Nikon Z5 II · with 24-70mm kit
full-frame · 2025
Fujifilm X100VI · Body only
APS-C fixed · 2024
Fujifilm X100VI · Body only takes it — here’s why.
In our weighted Specdex score, Nikon Z5 II · with 24-70mm kit lands at 86 and Fujifilm X100VI · Body only at 92. That puts Fujifilm X100VI · Body only ahead by 6 points — a decisive margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.
Pick Nikon Z5 II · with 24-70mm kit if…
- ✓Current-gen AF system
- ✓Proven lens ecosystem
- ✓Strong video + stills balance
Pick Fujifilm X100VI · Body only 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 X100VI · Body onlyCompared on the photo sub-score
Fujifilm X100VI · Body only leads on photo (92 vs 86).
Autofocus
Fujifilm X100VI · Body onlyCompared on the autofocus sub-score
Fujifilm X100VI · Body only leads on autofocus (90 vs 84).
Ergonomics
TieCompared on the ergonomics sub-score
Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.
Value for money
Fujifilm X100VI · Body onlySpecdex score per dollar at MSRP
Fujifilm X100VI · Body only more score per dollar ($1,599 vs $2,899).
Score breakdown
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Nikon Z5 II · with 24-70mm kit | Fujifilm X100VI · Body only |
|---|---|---|
| Format | full-frame | APS-C fixed |
| Release year | 2025 | 2024 |
Nikon Z5 II · with 24-70mm kit
- +Current-gen AF system
- +Proven lens ecosystem
- +Strong video + stills balance
- −Body price excludes lens
- −Heavy for travel (flagship)
- −Learning curve on menus
Fujifilm X100VI · Body only
- +Current-gen AF system
- +Proven lens ecosystem
- +Strong video + stills balance
- −Body price excludes lens
- −Heavy for travel (flagship)
- −Learning curve on menus
FAQ: Nikon Z5 II · with 24-70mm kit vs Fujifilm X100VI · Body only
Which is better, Nikon Z5 II · with 24-70mm kit or Fujifilm X100VI · Body only? +
Fujifilm X100VI · Body only scores 92 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 6. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Nikon Z5 II · with 24-70mm kit worth the price? +
At $2,899, Nikon Z5 II · with 24-70mm kit delivers a Specdex score of 86 — strongest in photo.
Is Fujifilm X100VI · Body only worth the price? +
At $1,599, Fujifilm X100VI · Body only delivers a Specdex score of 92 — strongest in photo.
Does Nikon Z5 II · with 24-70mm kit or Fujifilm X100VI · Body only 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 Z5 II · with 24-70mm kit or Fujifilm X100VI · Body only? +
Fujifilm X100VI · Body only — leads on photo (92 vs 86). Compared on the photo sub-score.
Which is better for autofocus, Nikon Z5 II · with 24-70mm kit or Fujifilm X100VI · Body only? +
Fujifilm X100VI · Body only — leads on autofocus (90 vs 84). Compared on the autofocus sub-score.