Fujifilm X100VI
40 MP · Fixed 23 mm f/2 · IBIS
Sony A7S III
full-frame · 2020
Fujifilm X100VI takes it — here’s why.
In our weighted Specdex score, Fujifilm X100VI lands at 92 and Sony A7S III at 91. That puts Fujifilm X100VI ahead by 1 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 A7S III 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
Fujifilm X100VICompared on the photo sub-score
Fujifilm X100VI leads on photo (94 vs 91).
Ergonomics
Fujifilm X100VICompared on the ergonomics sub-score
Fujifilm X100VI leads on ergonomics (96 vs 86).
Video
Sony A7S IIICompared on the video sub-score
Sony A7S III leads on video (87 vs 84).
Value for money
Fujifilm X100VISpecdex score per dollar at MSRP
Fujifilm X100VI more score per dollar ($1,599 vs $3,498).
Score breakdown
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Fujifilm X100VI | Sony A7S III |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | — | 2020 |
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 A7S III
- +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 X100VI vs Sony A7S III
Which is better, Fujifilm X100VI or Sony A7S III? +
Fujifilm X100VI scores 92 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 1. 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 A7S III worth the price? +
At $3,498, Sony A7S III delivers a Specdex score of 91 — strongest in photo.
Does Fujifilm X100VI or Sony A7S III 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 A7S III? +
Fujifilm X100VI — leads on photo (94 vs 91). Compared on the photo sub-score.
Which is better for ergonomics, Fujifilm X100VI or Sony A7S III? +
Fujifilm X100VI — leads on ergonomics (96 vs 86). Compared on the ergonomics sub-score.