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Nikon Z9 — full-frame · 2021
Nikon

Nikon Z9

full-frame · 2021

94
/ 100
From $5,499
VS
Nikon Z9 wins by 2
Fujifilm X100VI · Body only — APS-C fixed · 2024
Fujifilm

Fujifilm X100VI · Body only

APS-C fixed · 2024

92
/ 100
From $1,599
Specdex verdict

Nikon Z9 takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, Nikon Z9 lands at 94 and Fujifilm X100VI · Body only at 92. That puts Nikon Z9 ahead by 2 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick Nikon Z9 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
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Winner by scenario

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

Photo

Nikon Z9

Compared on the photo sub-score

Nikon Z9 leads on photo (94 vs 92).

Autofocus

Nikon Z9

Compared on the autofocus sub-score

Nikon Z9 leads on autofocus (92 vs 90).

Video

Nikon Z9

Compared on the video sub-score

Nikon Z9 leads on video (90 vs 88).

Value for money

Fujifilm X100VI · Body only

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Fujifilm X100VI · Body only more score per dollar ($1,599 vs $5,499).

Nikon Z9 94
vs
92 Fujifilm X100VI · Body only

Score breakdown

Nikon Z9
94
photo 94
video 90
autofocus 92
ergonomics 86
Fujifilm X100VI · Body only
92
photo 92
video 88
autofocus 90
ergonomics 86

Specs side-by-side

Nikon Z9 versus Fujifilm X100VI · Body only — full spec comparison
Spec Nikon Z9 Fujifilm X100VI · Body only
Format
full-frame
APS-C fixed
Release year
2021
2024

Nikon Z9

Pros
  • +Current-gen AF system
  • +Proven lens ecosystem
  • +Strong video + stills balance
Cons
  • −Body price excludes lens
  • −Heavy for travel (flagship)
  • −Learning curve on menus

Fujifilm X100VI · Body only

Pros
  • +Current-gen AF system
  • +Proven lens ecosystem
  • +Strong video + stills balance
Cons
  • −Body price excludes lens
  • −Heavy for travel (flagship)
  • −Learning curve on menus

FAQ: Nikon Z9 vs Fujifilm X100VI · Body only

Which is better, Nikon Z9 or Fujifilm X100VI · Body only? +

Nikon Z9 scores 94 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 2. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Nikon Z9 worth the price? +

At $5,499, Nikon Z9 delivers a Specdex score of 94 — 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 Z9 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 Z9 or Fujifilm X100VI · Body only? +

Nikon Z9 — leads on photo (94 vs 92). Compared on the photo sub-score.

Which is better for autofocus, Nikon Z9 or Fujifilm X100VI · Body only? +

Nikon Z9 — leads on autofocus (92 vs 90). Compared on the autofocus sub-score.