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Nikon D850 — full-frame DSLR · 2017
Nikon

Nikon D850

full-frame DSLR · 2017

88
/ 100
From $3,299
VS
Fujifilm X100VI wins by 4
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
Specdex verdict

Fujifilm X100VI takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, Nikon D850 lands at 88 and Fujifilm X100VI at 92. That puts Fujifilm X100VI ahead by 4 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick Nikon D850 if…

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

Pick Fujifilm X100VI if…

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

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

Photo

Fujifilm X100VI

Compared on the photo sub-score

Fujifilm X100VI leads on photo (94 vs 88).

Ergonomics

Fujifilm X100VI

Compared on the ergonomics sub-score

Fujifilm X100VI leads on ergonomics (96 vs 86).

Autofocus

Nikon D850

Compared on the autofocus sub-score

Nikon D850 leads on autofocus (84 vs 82).

Value for money

Fujifilm X100VI

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Fujifilm X100VI more score per dollar ($1,599 vs $3,299).

Nikon D850 88
vs
92 Fujifilm X100VI

Score breakdown

Nikon D850
88
photo 88
video 80
autofocus 84
ergonomics 86
Fujifilm X100VI
92
photo 94
video 84
autofocus 82
ergonomics 96

Specs side-by-side

Nikon D850 versus Fujifilm X100VI — full spec comparison
Spec Nikon D850 Fujifilm X100VI
Format
full-frame DSLR
—
Release year
2017
—
Sensor
—
40 MP X-Trans 5 HR APS-C
Lens
—
Fixed 23 mm f/2 (35 mm equiv)
Stabilization
—
6-stop IBIS

Nikon D850

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

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

FAQ: Nikon D850 vs Fujifilm X100VI

Which is better, Nikon D850 or Fujifilm X100VI? +

Fujifilm X100VI scores 92 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 4. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Nikon D850 worth the price? +

At $3,299, Nikon D850 delivers a Specdex score of 88 — strongest in photo.

Is Fujifilm X100VI worth the price? +

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

Does Nikon D850 or Fujifilm X100VI 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, Nikon D850 or Fujifilm X100VI? +

Fujifilm X100VI — leads on photo (94 vs 88). Compared on the photo sub-score.

Which is better for ergonomics, Nikon D850 or Fujifilm X100VI? +

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