Fujifilm GFX 100S
medium format · 2021
Fujifilm X100VI
40 MP · Fixed 23 mm f/2 · IBIS
Fujifilm GFX 100S takes it — here’s why.
In our weighted Specdex score, Fujifilm GFX 100S lands at 93 and Fujifilm X100VI at 92. That puts Fujifilm GFX 100S ahead by 1 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.
Pick Fujifilm GFX 100S if…
- ✓Current-gen AF system
- ✓Proven lens ecosystem
- ✓Strong video + stills balance
Pick Fujifilm X100VI if…
- ✓Viral for a reason — gorgeous JPEGs out of camera
- ✓Compact with IBIS
- ✓Hybrid OVF/EVF
Winner by scenario
Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate testPhoto
TieCompared on the photo sub-score
Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.
Ergonomics
Fujifilm X100VICompared on the ergonomics sub-score
Fujifilm X100VI leads on ergonomics (96 vs 86).
Video
Fujifilm GFX 100SCompared on the video sub-score
Fujifilm GFX 100S leads on video (89 vs 84).
Value for money
Fujifilm X100VISpecdex score per dollar at MSRP
Fujifilm X100VI more score per dollar ($1,599 vs $5,999).
Score breakdown
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Fujifilm GFX 100S | Fujifilm X100VI |
|---|---|---|
| Format | medium format | — |
| Release year | 2021 | — |
| Sensor | — | 40 MP X-Trans 5 HR APS-C |
| Lens | — | Fixed 23 mm f/2 (35 mm equiv) |
| Stabilization | — | 6-stop IBIS |
Fujifilm GFX 100S
- +Current-gen AF system
- +Proven lens ecosystem
- +Strong video + stills balance
- −Body price excludes lens
- −Heavy for travel (flagship)
- −Learning curve on menus
Fujifilm X100VI
- +Viral for a reason — gorgeous JPEGs out of camera
- +Compact with IBIS
- +Hybrid OVF/EVF
- −Fixed lens (not for everyone)
- −Severe supply issues
- −AF still behind Sony
FAQ: Fujifilm GFX 100S vs Fujifilm X100VI
Which is better, Fujifilm GFX 100S or Fujifilm X100VI? +
Fujifilm GFX 100S scores 93 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 1. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Fujifilm GFX 100S worth the price? +
At $5,999, Fujifilm GFX 100S delivers a Specdex score of 93 — strongest in photo.
Is Fujifilm X100VI worth the price? +
At $1,599, Fujifilm X100VI delivers a Specdex score of 92 — strongest in ergonomics.
Does Fujifilm GFX 100S or Fujifilm X100VI last longer? +
Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.
Which is better for ergonomics, Fujifilm GFX 100S or Fujifilm X100VI? +
Fujifilm X100VI — leads on ergonomics (96 vs 86). Compared on the ergonomics sub-score.
Which is better for video, Fujifilm GFX 100S or Fujifilm X100VI? +
Fujifilm GFX 100S — leads on video (89 vs 84). Compared on the video sub-score.