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Fujifilm X100VI — 40 MP · Fixed 23 mm f/2 · IBIS
Fujifilm

Fujifilm X100VI

40 MP · Fixed 23 mm f/2 · IBIS

92
/ 100
From $1,599
VS
Fujifilm X100VI wins by 12
Pentax K-3 Mark III · with L-bracket — APS-C DSLR · 2021
Pentax

Pentax K-3 Mark III · with L-bracket

APS-C DSLR · 2021

80
/ 100
From $2,119
Specdex verdict

Fujifilm X100VI takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, Fujifilm X100VI lands at 92 and Pentax K-3 Mark III · with L-bracket at 80. That puts Fujifilm X100VI ahead by 12 points — a decisive margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick Fujifilm X100VI if…

  • ✓Viral for a reason — gorgeous JPEGs out of camera
  • ✓Compact with IBIS
  • ✓Hybrid OVF/EVF

Pick Pentax K-3 Mark III · with L-bracket 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

Ergonomics

Fujifilm X100VI

Compared on the ergonomics sub-score

Fujifilm X100VI leads on ergonomics (96 vs 86).

Photo

Fujifilm X100VI

Compared on the photo sub-score

Fujifilm X100VI leads on photo (94 vs 80).

Autofocus

Fujifilm X100VI

Compared on the autofocus sub-score

Fujifilm X100VI leads on autofocus (82 vs 76).

Value for money

Fujifilm X100VI

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Fujifilm X100VI more score per dollar ($1,599 vs $2,119).

Fujifilm X100VI 92
vs
80 Pentax K-3 Mark III · with L-bracket

Score breakdown

Fujifilm X100VI
92
photo 94
video 84
autofocus 82
ergonomics 96
Pentax K-3 Mark III · with L-bracket
80
photo 80
video 72
autofocus 76
ergonomics 86

Specs side-by-side

Fujifilm X100VI versus Pentax K-3 Mark III · with L-bracket — full spec comparison
Spec Fujifilm X100VI Pentax K-3 Mark III · with L-bracket
Sensor
40 MP X-Trans 5 HR APS-C
—
Lens
Fixed 23 mm f/2 (35 mm equiv)
—
Stabilization
6-stop IBIS
—
Format
—
APS-C DSLR
Release year
—
2021

Fujifilm X100VI

Pros
  • +Viral for a reason — gorgeous JPEGs out of camera
  • +Compact with IBIS
  • +Hybrid OVF/EVF
Cons
  • −Fixed lens (not for everyone)
  • −Severe supply issues
  • −AF still behind Sony

Pentax K-3 Mark III · with L-bracket

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 vs Pentax K-3 Mark III · with L-bracket

Which is better, Fujifilm X100VI or Pentax K-3 Mark III · with L-bracket? +

Fujifilm X100VI scores 92 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 12. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Fujifilm X100VI worth the price? +

At $1,599, Fujifilm X100VI delivers a Specdex score of 92 — strongest in ergonomics.

Is Pentax K-3 Mark III · with L-bracket worth the price? +

At $2,119, Pentax K-3 Mark III · with L-bracket delivers a Specdex score of 80 — strongest in ergonomics.

Does Fujifilm X100VI or Pentax K-3 Mark III · with L-bracket 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 X100VI or Pentax K-3 Mark III · with L-bracket? +

Fujifilm X100VI — leads on ergonomics (96 vs 86). Compared on the ergonomics sub-score.

Which is better for photo, Fujifilm X100VI or Pentax K-3 Mark III · with L-bracket? +

Fujifilm X100VI — leads on photo (94 vs 80). Compared on the photo sub-score.