Fujifilm X100VI
40 MP · Fixed 23 mm f/2 · IBIS
Sony A7R IV
full-frame · 2019
Fujifilm X100VI takes it — here’s why.
In our weighted Specdex score, Fujifilm X100VI lands at 92 and Sony A7R IV at 88. That puts Fujifilm X100VI ahead by 4 points — a narrow 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 Sony A7R IV if…
- ✓Mature system, great used market
- ✓Proven lens lineup
- ✓Often on sale
Winner by scenario
Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate testPhoto
Fujifilm X100VICompared on the photo sub-score
Fujifilm X100VI leads on photo (94 vs 88).
Ergonomics
Fujifilm X100VICompared on the ergonomics sub-score
Fujifilm X100VI leads on ergonomics (96 vs 86).
Autofocus
Sony A7R IVCompared on the autofocus sub-score
Sony A7R IV leads on autofocus (84 vs 82).
Value for money
Fujifilm X100VISpecdex score per dollar at MSRP
Fujifilm X100VI more score per dollar ($1,599 vs $3,499).
Score breakdown
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Fujifilm X100VI | Sony A7R IV |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | 40 MP X-Trans 5 HR APS-C | — |
| Lens | Fixed 23 mm f/2 (35 mm equiv) | — |
| Stabilization | 6-stop IBIS | — |
| Format | — | full-frame |
| Release year | — | 2019 |
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
Sony A7R IV
- +Mature system, great used market
- +Proven lens lineup
- +Often on sale
- −Older AF system
- −Heavier than modern mirrorless
- −Firmware updates trailed off
FAQ: Fujifilm X100VI vs Sony A7R IV
Which is better, Fujifilm X100VI or Sony A7R IV? +
Fujifilm X100VI scores 92 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 4. 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 Sony A7R IV worth the price? +
At $3,499, Sony A7R IV delivers a Specdex score of 88 — strongest in photo.
Does Fujifilm X100VI or Sony A7R IV 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 or Sony A7R IV? +
Fujifilm X100VI — leads on photo (94 vs 88). Compared on the photo sub-score.
Which is better for ergonomics, Fujifilm X100VI or Sony A7R IV? +
Fujifilm X100VI — leads on ergonomics (96 vs 86). Compared on the ergonomics sub-score.