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Nikon Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S — Prime/Zoom
Nikon

Nikon Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S

Prime/Zoom

91
/ 100
From $2,699
VS
Fujifilm XF 56mm f/1.2 R — Prime/Zoom
Fujifilm

Fujifilm XF 56mm f/1.2 R

Prime/Zoom

91
/ 100
From $1,499
Specdex verdict

Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.

In our weighted Specdex score, Nikon Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S lands at 91 and Fujifilm XF 56mm f/1.2 R at 91. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.

Pick Nikon Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S if…

  • ✓Fast aperture
  • ✓Quiet autofocus
  • ✓Weather-sealed (most)

Pick Fujifilm XF 56mm f/1.2 R if…

  • ✓Fast aperture
  • ✓Quiet autofocus
  • ✓Weather-sealed (most)
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Winner by scenario

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

Sharpness

Tie

Compared on the sharpness sub-score

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

Autofocus

Tie

Compared on the autofocus sub-score

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

Build

Tie

Compared on the build sub-score

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

Value for money

Fujifilm XF 56mm f/1.2 R

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Fujifilm XF 56mm f/1.2 R more score per dollar ($1,499 vs $2,699).

Nikon Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S 91
vs
91 Fujifilm XF 56mm f/1.2 R

Score breakdown

Nikon Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S
91
sharpness 91
af 89
build 88
value 85
Fujifilm XF 56mm f/1.2 R
91
sharpness 91
af 89
build 88
value 85

Specs side-by-side

Nikon Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S versus Fujifilm XF 56mm f/1.2 R — full spec comparison
Spec Nikon Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S Fujifilm XF 56mm f/1.2 R

Nikon Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S

Pros
  • +Fast aperture
  • +Quiet autofocus
  • +Weather-sealed (most)
Cons
  • −Mount-specific
  • −Weight varies
  • −Price scales with quality

Fujifilm XF 56mm f/1.2 R

Pros
  • +Fast aperture
  • +Quiet autofocus
  • +Weather-sealed (most)
Cons
  • −Mount-specific
  • −Weight varies
  • −Price scales with quality

FAQ: Nikon Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S vs Fujifilm XF 56mm f/1.2 R

Which is better, Nikon Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S or Fujifilm XF 56mm f/1.2 R? +

Both score 91 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Nikon Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S worth the price? +

At $2,699, Nikon Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S delivers a Specdex score of 91 — strongest in sharpness.

Is Fujifilm XF 56mm f/1.2 R worth the price? +

At $1,499, Fujifilm XF 56mm f/1.2 R delivers a Specdex score of 91 — strongest in sharpness.

Does Nikon Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S or Fujifilm XF 56mm f/1.2 R 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 the better value, Nikon Z 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 VR S or Fujifilm XF 56mm f/1.2 R? +

Fujifilm XF 56mm f/1.2 R — more score per dollar ($1,499 vs $2,699). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.