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Fujifilm X100VI · Body only — APS-C fixed · 2024
Fujifilm

Fujifilm X100VI · Body only

APS-C fixed · 2024

92
/ 100
From $1,599
VS
Fujifilm X100VI · Body only wins by 10
Panasonic Lumix GH5 II — Micro Four Thirds · 2021
Panasonic

Panasonic Lumix GH5 II

Micro Four Thirds · 2021

82
/ 100
From $1,699
Specdex verdict

Fujifilm X100VI · Body only takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, Fujifilm X100VI · Body only lands at 92 and Panasonic Lumix GH5 II at 82. That puts Fujifilm X100VI · Body only ahead by 10 points — a decisive margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick Fujifilm X100VI · Body only if…

  • ✓Current-gen AF system
  • ✓Proven lens ecosystem
  • ✓Strong video + stills balance

Pick Panasonic Lumix GH5 II if…

  • ✓Mature system, great used market
  • ✓Proven lens lineup
  • ✓Often on sale
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Photo

Fujifilm X100VI · Body only

Compared on the photo sub-score

Fujifilm X100VI · Body only leads on photo (92 vs 82).

Ergonomics

Tie

Compared on the ergonomics sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Autofocus

Fujifilm X100VI · Body only

Compared on the autofocus sub-score

Fujifilm X100VI · Body only leads on autofocus (90 vs 78).

Value for money

Fujifilm X100VI · Body only

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Fujifilm X100VI · Body only more score per dollar ($1,599 vs $1,699).

Fujifilm X100VI · Body only 92
vs
82 Panasonic Lumix GH5 II

Score breakdown

Fujifilm X100VI · Body only
92
photo 92
video 88
autofocus 90
ergonomics 86
Panasonic Lumix GH5 II
82
photo 82
video 74
autofocus 78
ergonomics 86

Specs side-by-side

Fujifilm X100VI · Body only versus Panasonic Lumix GH5 II — full spec comparison
Spec Fujifilm X100VI · Body only Panasonic Lumix GH5 II
Format
APS-C fixed
Micro Four Thirds
Release year
2024
2021

Fujifilm X100VI · Body only

Pros
  • +Current-gen AF system
  • +Proven lens ecosystem
  • +Strong video + stills balance
Cons
  • −Body price excludes lens
  • −Heavy for travel (flagship)
  • −Learning curve on menus

Panasonic Lumix GH5 II

Pros
  • +Mature system, great used market
  • +Proven lens lineup
  • +Often on sale
Cons
  • −Older AF system
  • −Heavier than modern mirrorless
  • −Firmware updates trailed off

FAQ: Fujifilm X100VI · Body only vs Panasonic Lumix GH5 II

Which is better, Fujifilm X100VI · Body only or Panasonic Lumix GH5 II? +

Fujifilm X100VI · Body only scores 92 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 10. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Fujifilm X100VI · Body only worth the price? +

At $1,599, Fujifilm X100VI · Body only delivers a Specdex score of 92 — strongest in photo.

Is Panasonic Lumix GH5 II worth the price? +

At $1,699, Panasonic Lumix GH5 II delivers a Specdex score of 82 — strongest in ergonomics.

Does Fujifilm X100VI · Body only or Panasonic Lumix GH5 II 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 X100VI · Body only or Panasonic Lumix GH5 II? +

Fujifilm X100VI · Body only — leads on photo (92 vs 82). Compared on the photo sub-score.

Which is better for autofocus, Fujifilm X100VI · Body only or Panasonic Lumix GH5 II? +

Fujifilm X100VI · Body only — leads on autofocus (90 vs 78). Compared on the autofocus sub-score.