Fujifilm X100V
APS-C fixed · 2020
Sony FX3
full-frame · 2021
Sony FX3 takes it — here’s why.
In our weighted Specdex score, Fujifilm X100V lands at 88 and Sony FX3 at 90. That puts Sony FX3 ahead by 2 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.
Pick Fujifilm X100V if…
- ✓Current-gen AF system
- ✓Proven lens ecosystem
- ✓Strong video + stills balance
Pick Sony FX3 if…
- ✓Current-gen AF system
- ✓Proven lens ecosystem
- ✓Strong video + stills balance
Winner by scenario
Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate testPhoto
Sony FX3Compared on the photo sub-score
Sony FX3 leads on photo (90 vs 88).
Autofocus
Sony FX3Compared on the autofocus sub-score
Sony FX3 leads on autofocus (88 vs 86).
Ergonomics
TieCompared on the ergonomics sub-score
Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.
Value for money
Fujifilm X100VSpecdex score per dollar at MSRP
Fujifilm X100V more score per dollar ($1,399 vs $3,898).
Score breakdown
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Fujifilm X100V | Sony FX3 |
|---|---|---|
| Format | APS-C fixed | full-frame |
| Release year | 2020 | 2021 |
Fujifilm X100V
- +Current-gen AF system
- +Proven lens ecosystem
- +Strong video + stills balance
- −Body price excludes lens
- −Heavy for travel (flagship)
- −Learning curve on menus
Sony FX3
- +Current-gen AF system
- +Proven lens ecosystem
- +Strong video + stills balance
- −Body price excludes lens
- −Heavy for travel (flagship)
- −Learning curve on menus
FAQ: Fujifilm X100V vs Sony FX3
Which is better, Fujifilm X100V or Sony FX3? +
Sony FX3 scores 90 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 2. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Fujifilm X100V worth the price? +
At $1,399, Fujifilm X100V delivers a Specdex score of 88 — strongest in photo.
Is Sony FX3 worth the price? +
At $3,898, Sony FX3 delivers a Specdex score of 90 — strongest in photo.
Does Fujifilm X100V or Sony FX3 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 photo, Fujifilm X100V or Sony FX3? +
Sony FX3 — leads on photo (90 vs 88). Compared on the photo sub-score.
Which is better for autofocus, Fujifilm X100V or Sony FX3? +
Sony FX3 — leads on autofocus (88 vs 86). Compared on the autofocus sub-score.