Fujifilm FinePix X100

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    Highlights

    • 12.3 MP APS-C CMOS Sensor
    • No Optical Low-pass Filter
    • 200 - 12,800 Native ISO
    • 49 Focus Points (49 Cross-type)
    • 2.80" 460k dot Fixed Screen
    • 1,440k dot Electronic and Optical (tunnel) Viewfinder
    • 5.0 fps Continuous Shooting
    • 1280 x 720 Video Shooting
    • Built-in Flash
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    Overview

    Fujifilm FinePix X100 was announced in 2011 and is an APS-C (23.6 x 15.8 mm) Advanced Compact camera with 12.3 Megapixel CMOS sensor. Its native ISO ranges from 200 to 12,800 and expands to 100 - 12,800 in boosted mode. The camera has a Fixed 2.80" screen with 460k dot resolution and built-in Electronic and Optical (tunnel) viewfinder with 1,440k dot resolution.

    Fujifilm FinePix X100 can capture video up to 1280 x 720 resolution.

    Table of Contents
    1. Overview
    2. Pros and Cons
    3. Successor
    4. Screen and Viewfinder
    5. Sensor
    6. Photography Features
    7. Connectivity, Battery and Storage
    8. Other Features
    9. Physical Parameters
    10. For Different Types of Photography
    11. Evaluation
    12. Specifications  

    Here is the Fujifilm Xxxx series lineup, where you can view and compare the main specifications of the cameras within the same series.

    Fujifilm Xxxx series lineup
    Model Date Sensor Native ISO Screen Price
    Image cannot be found Fujifilm X100VI
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    		February
    2024    		 40.2 MP
    APS-C    		 125 - 12,800 Tilting 3.0"
    1,620k dot
    Touchscreen
    Image cannot be found Fujifilm X100V
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    		February
    2020    		 26.1 MP
    APS-C    		 160 - 12,800 Tilting 3.0"
    1,620k dot
    Touchscreen
    Image cannot be found Fujifilm X100F
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    		January
    2017    		 26.1 MP
    APS-C    		 200 - 12,800 Fixed 3.0"
    1,040k dot
    Image cannot be found Fujifilm X100T
    Compare
    		September
    2014    		 16.3 MP
    APS-C    		 200 - 6,400 Fixed 3.0"
    1,040k dot
    Image cannot be found Fujifilm X100S
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    		July
    2013    		 16.3 MP
    APS-C    		 100 - 12,800 Fixed 2.80"
    460k dot
    Image cannot be found Fujifilm JX550
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    		January
    2012    		 16 MP
    1/2.3-inch    		 100 - 1,600 Fixed 2.70"
    230k dot
    Image cannot be found Fujifilm JX500
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    		January
    2012    		 14 MP
    1/2.3-inch    		 100 - 1,600 Fixed 2.70"
    230k dot
    Image cannot be found Fujifilm JX370
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    		August
    2011    		 14 MP
    1/2.3-inch    		 100 - 1,600 Fixed 2.70"
    230k dot
    Image cannot be found Fujifilm X100 May
    2011    		 12.3 MP
    APS-C    		 200 - 12,800 Fixed 2.80"
    460k dot
    Image cannot be found Fujifilm JX350
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    		January
    2011    		 16.0 MP
    1/2.3-inch    		 100 - 1,600 Fixed 2.70"
    230k dot
    Image cannot be found Fujifilm JX300
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    		January
    2011    		 14 MP
    1/2.3-inch    		 100 - 1,600 Fixed 2.70"
    230k dot
    Image cannot be found Fujifilm AX350
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    		January
    2011    		 16 MP
    1/2.3-inch    		 100 - 1,600 Fixed 2.70"
    230k dot

    You can view their side-by-side comparison here: Fujifilm X100VI vs X100V vs X100F vs X100T vs X100S vs FinePix JX550.

    Pros and Cons

    In this section we present pros and cons of Fujifilm FinePix X100.

    PROS

    •   Video Capture
    •   12,800 Highest Native ISO
    •   Live View Autofocus
    •   High Resolution Viewfinder - 1,440k dot
    •   Built-in Flash
    •   HDMI Output
    •   Light - 445 g (0.98 lb / 15.70 oz)
    •   Internal Storage
    •   Orientation Sensor

    CONS

    •   Low Resolution Sensor - 12.3 Megapixel
    •   200 Lowest Native ISO
    •   Timelapse Recording
    •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
    •   No Face Detection
    •   No Image Stabilization
    •   Fixed Screen
    •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
    •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720
    •   No Built-in Microphone
    •   No Microphone Input
    •   No Headphone Output
    •   No Built-in GPS
    •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
    •   No Built-In Bluetooth
    •   No Environmental Sealing
    •   Short Battery Life - 300 shots

    And here are some specifications which fall into average criteria and are neither in PROs nor in CONs category:

    AVERAGE

    •   49 Focus Points
    •   Screen Size - 2.80"
    •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
    •   Max Continuous Shooting - 5.0 fps
    •   DxO Overall Score - 73

    Successor

    In 2013 Fujifilm FinePix X100 was replaced by Fujifilm X100S. Let us now have a look at some important differences between Fujifilm FinePix X100 and its successor.

    UPGRADES Fujifilm X100S vs Fujifilm FinePix X100
    Higher Sensor Resolution 16.3 Megapixel vs 12.3 Megapixel
    Lower Native ISO 100 vs 200
    Max Image Resolution 4896 x 3264 vs 4288 x 2848
    Min Normal Focus Distance 21 cm vs 80 cm
    Higher Resolution Viewfinder 2,350k dot vs 1,440k dot
    Higher Max Continuous Shooting 6.0 fps vs 5.0 fps
    Higher Video Resolution 1920 x 1080 vs 1280 x 720
    Speaker Mono vs
    Built-in Microphone Stereo vs
    Longer Battery Life 330 shots vs 300 shots
    DOWNGRADES Fujifilm X100S vs Fujifilm FinePix X100
    Contrast Detection for Autofocus vs

    For more detailed comparison between the models please visit Fujifilm FinePix X100 vs X100S.

    Screen and Viewfinder

    Fixed screen

    Fujifilm FinePix X100 has a 2.80" Fixed screen with 460k dot resolution which is quite low by today's standards.


    Electronic and Optical (tunnel) Viewfinder

    Camera has a built-in Electronic and Optical (tunnel) viewfinder with 1,440k dot resolution. It has a 90% coverage.

    Sensor

    Fujifilm FinePix X100 features a 12.3 megapixel APS-C CMOS sensor with dimensions of 23.6 x 15.8 mm and a total area of 372.9 mm2. Its native ISO range is 200 - 12,800 and expands to 100 - 12,800 in boosted mode.

    Photography Features

    Camera is equipped with EXR processor and can take pictures up to 4288 x 2848 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolutions like 4288 x 2416, 3072 x 2048, 3072 x 1728, 2176 x 1448, 1920 x 1080 with 3:2, 16:9 aspect ratios.


    No Low-Pass Filter

    There is no optical low-pass filter (OLPF), also known as an anti-aliasing filter, in front of the sensor. This results in a slightly sharper image but may also introduce moiré patterns and aliasing artifacts when photographing subjects with fine, repetitive patterns or details.


    No Image Stabilization

    The camera does not have an image stabilization.

    Check out the cameras which are frequently compared to Fujifilm FinePix X100.

    Fujifilm X100V
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    APS-C

    26.1 MP

    Fujifilm X100S
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    APS-C

    16.3 MP

    Fujifilm X100VI
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    APS-C

    40.2 MP

    Fujifilm X100T
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    APS-C

    16.3 MP

    Fujifilm JX550
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    1/2.3-inch

    16 MP

    Fujifilm JX300
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    1/2.3-inch

    14 MP

    Fujifilm JX500
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    1/2.3-inch

    14 MP

    Fujifilm AX350
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    1/2.3-inch

    16 MP

    Fujifilm JX370
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    1/2.3-inch

    14 MP

    Fujifilm JX350
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    1/2.3-inch

    16.0 MP

    Fujifilm X100F
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    APS-C

    26.1 MP

    Fujifilm Z1000EXR
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    1/2-inch

    16 MP

    Connectivity, Battery and Storage

    NFC

    Fujifilm FinePix X100 has Near Field Communication (NFC) technology which simplifies the process of pairing it with other NFC-enabled devices like smartphones or tablets. It allows to quickly transfer photos and videos or remotely control the camera from compatible device. NFC can also be used for authentication and security purposes. It can verify your identity before accessing certain features or transferring sensitive data. It can be used with NFC-enabled accessories as well, such as lenses, flashes and GPS devices.


    USB Input and HDMI Output

    Fujifilm FinePix X100 has a USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) input for data transfer. There is a Mini HDMI connector for video signal output.


    Battery

    Fujifilm FinePix X100 comes with NP-95 battery pack with battery life of 300 shots.


    Internal Storage and External Storage Slots

    The camera has 20 MB internal storage and a single SD/SDHC/SDXC card slot.

    Other Features

    Shutter

    Fujifilm FinePix X100's shutter speed can go up to 1/4000 sec. Camera can shoot continuously up to 5.0 fps.


    Flash

    Fujifilm FinePix X100 has a built-in flash with maximum range of 9.00 m and also accepts external flash which can be connected via Shoe Mount.

    Physical Parameters

    Fujifilm FinePix X100 has dimensions of 126 x 75 x 54 mm (4.96 x 2.95 x 2.13"). It weighs 445 g (0.98 lb / 15.70 oz), so it is a lightweight camera.

    126 mm (4.96")

    75 mm (2.95")

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    75 mm (2.95")

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    54 mm (2.13")

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    Fujifilm FinePix X100 dimensions

    Fujifilm FinePix X100 for Different Types of Photography

    We give scores to the camera for different type of photography based on its features and specifications. Let us see how Fujifilm FinePix X100 is suitable for six different types of photography.


    Landscape Photography

    GOOD
    70

    Fujifilm FinePix X100 gets a score of 70 and is GOOD choice for Landscape photography.

    •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
    •   No Built-in GPS
    •   No Environmental Sealing

    Sports Photography

    AVERAGE
    60

    Fujifilm FinePix X100 gets a score of 60 and is AVERAGE choice for Sports photography.

    •   12,800 Highest Native ISO
    •   49 Focus Points
    •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
    •   No Face Detection
    •   No Image Stabilization
    •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
    •   High Resolution Viewfinder - 1,440k dot
    •   Max Continuous Shooting - 5.0 fps
    •   Short Battery Life - 300 shots
    •   Orientation Sensor

    Wildlife Photography

    AVERAGE
    60

    Fujifilm FinePix X100 gets a score of 60 and is AVERAGE choice for Wildlife photography.

    •   12,800 Highest Native ISO
    •   49 Focus Points
    •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
    •   No Image Stabilization
    •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
    •   High Resolution Viewfinder - 1,440k dot
    •   Max Continuous Shooting - 5.0 fps
    •   No Environmental Sealing
    •   Short Battery Life - 300 shots
    •   Orientation Sensor

    Portrait Photography

    GOOD
    74

    Fujifilm FinePix X100 gets a score of 74 and is GOOD choice for Portrait photography.

    •   49 Focus Points
    •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
    •   No Face Detection
    •   No Image Stabilization
    •   Screen Size - 2.80"
    •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
    •   Orientation Sensor

    Street Photography

    GOOD
    80

    Fujifilm FinePix X100 gets a score of 80 and is GOOD choice for Street photography.

    •   49 Focus Points
    •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
    •   No Image Stabilization
    •   Fixed Screen
    •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
    •   No Built-in GPS
    •   No Environmental Sealing
    •   Light - 445 g (0.98 lb / 15.70 oz)

    Travel Photography

    GOOD
    80

    Fujifilm FinePix X100 gets a score of 80 and is GOOD choice for Travel photography.

    •   No Image Stabilization
    •   Fixed Screen
    •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
    •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720
    •   No Built-in GPS
    •   No Environmental Sealing
    •   Light - 445 g (0.98 lb / 15.70 oz)
    •   Short Battery Life - 300 shots

    Fujifilm FinePix X100 Evaluation

    We evaluate Fujifilm FinePix X100 and give score of 57 out of 100. We also give separate scores for 7 different categories according to the available features and specifications some of which are listed below. These evaluations are relative and may change each time a new camera is added to the database.


    OVERALL
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    Sensor

    GOOD
    70

    We give Fujifilm FinePix X100 a score of 70 for Sensor parameters.

    •   Low Resolution Sensor - 12.3 Megapixel
    •   200 Lowest Native ISO
    •   12,800 Highest Native ISO
    •   DxO Overall Score - 73

    Photo

    AVERAGE
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    We give Fujifilm FinePix X100 a score of 57 for Photo parameters.

    •   Timelapse Recording
    •   No Image Stabilization
    •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
    •   Max Continuous Shooting - 5.0 fps

    Video

    BAD
    7

    We give Fujifilm FinePix X100 a score of 7 for Video parameters.

    •   No Image Stabilization
    •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720

    Focusing

    AVERAGE
    58

    We give Fujifilm FinePix X100 a score of 58 for Focusing parameters.

    •   49 Focus Points
    •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
    •   No Face Detection
    •   Live View Autofocus

    Screen and Viewfinder

    AVERAGE
    69

    We give Fujifilm FinePix X100 a score of 69 for Screen and Viewfinder parameters.

    •   Fixed Screen
    •   Screen Size - 2.80"
    •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
    •   High Resolution Viewfinder - 1,440k dot

    Connectivity

    AVERAGE
    57

    We give Fujifilm FinePix X100 a score of 57 for Connectivity parameters.

    •   HDMI Output
    •   No Built-in Microphone
    •   No Microphone Input
    •   No Headphone Output
    •   No Built-in GPS
    •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
    •   No Built-In Bluetooth

    Battery, Storage and Physical

    POOR
    40

    We give Fujifilm FinePix X100 a score of 40 for Battery, Storage and Physical parameters.

    •   No Environmental Sealing
    •   Light - 445 g (0.98 lb / 15.70 oz)
    •   Short Battery Life - 300 shots
    •   Internal Storage


    For a full specification list please go to the specifications page:

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