Fujifilm FinePix X100 vs Fujifilm X100F

      Fujifilm FinePix X100

      Fujifilm X100F
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      Overview

      In this comparison, we will evaluate the Fujifilm FinePix X100 and the Fujifilm X100F, highlighting the advantages of each over the other, discussing their pros and cons, shared strengths and weaknesses, and providing a rating based on their available features and specifications to assist you in choosing the one that best suits your needs.

      Fujifilm FinePix X100 was introduced in May 2011 and Fujifilm X100F was introduced in January 2017. Let us first list highlights of the models.

      Fujifilm FinePix X100 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

      Fujifilm X100F Highlights

      • 26.1 MP APS-C CMOS Sensor
      • No Optical Low-pass Filter
      • 200 - 12,800 Native ISO
      • 325 Focus Points
      • 3.0" 1,040k dot Fixed Screen
      • 2,360k dot Electronic and Optical (tunnel) Viewfinder
      • 8.0 fps Continuous Shooting
      • 1920 x 1080 Video Shooting
      • Built-in Flash
      • Built-In Wi-Fi
      Table of Contents
      1. Overview
      2. Pros and Cons
      3. Advantage of Fujifilm FinePix X100
      4. Advantage of Fujifilm X100F
      5. Common Strengths and Weaknesses
      6. Screen and Viewfinder
      7. Sensor
      8. Photography Features
      9. Connectivity, Battery and Storage
      10. Other Features
      11. Physical Parameters
      12. For Different Types of Photography
      13. Evaluations
      14. Specifications  

      Now that we've looked at the most essential specifications and gained a basic understanding of these cameras, we can delve into more details and see the differences between them.

      Pros and Cons

      In this section we present pros and cons of Fujifilm FinePix X100 and Fujifilm X100F.

      PROS

      Fujifilm FinePix X100

      Fujifilm X100F

      •   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
      •   Video Capture
      •   12,800 Highest Native ISO
      •   325 Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus
      •   High Resolution Viewfinder - 2,360k dot
      •   High Max Shutter Speed (Electronic) - 1/32000 sec
      •   Built-in Flash
      •   High Flash Sync Speed - 1/4000 sec
      •   IP Streaming
      •   HDMI Output
      •   Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   Light - 469 g (1.03 lb / 16.54 oz)
      •   Orientation Sensor

      CONS

      Fujifilm FinePix X100

      Fujifilm X100F

      •   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
      •   200 Lowest Native ISO
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 390 shots


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

      AVERAGE

      Fujifilm FinePix X100

      Fujifilm X100F

      •   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
      •   Price
      •   Sensor Resolution - 26.1 Megapixel
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,040k dot
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 8.0 fps

      Advantage of Fujifilm FinePix X100

      Fujifilm X100
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      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Fujifilm FinePix X100 over Fujifilm X100F.

      Fujifilm FinePix X100 vs Fujifilm X100F
      Lighter 445 g (0.98 lb / 15.70 oz) vs 469 g (1.03 lb / 16.54 oz)
      Internal Storage 20 MB vs 0

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      Fujifilm X100VI
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      APS-C

      40.2 MP

      Fujifilm X100V
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      APS-C

      26.1 MP

      Fujifilm X100S
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      APS-C

      16.3 MP

      Fujifilm X100T
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      APS-C

      16.3 MP

      Fujifilm JX300
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      1/2.3-inch

      14 MP

      Fujifilm JX550
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      1/2.3-inch

      16 MP

      Fujifilm AX350
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      1/2.3-inch

      16 MP

      Fujifilm JX500
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      1/2.3-inch

      14 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 Z1000EXR
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      1/2-inch

      16 MP

      Nikon S80
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      1/2.3-inch

      14.1 MP

      Advantage of Fujifilm X100F

      Fujifilm X100F
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      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Fujifilm X100F over Fujifilm FinePix X100.

      Fujifilm FinePix X100 vs Fujifilm X100F
      Higher Sensor Resolution 12.3 Megapixel vs 26.1 Megapixel
      Max Image Resolution 4288 x 2848 vs 6000 x 4000
      Timelapse Recording vs
      More Focus Points 49 vs 325
      Center Autofocus vs
      Face Detection vs
      Phase Detection for Autofocus vs
      Min Normal Focus Distance 80 cm vs 10 cm
      Larger Screen 2.80" vs 3.0"
      Higher Resolution Screen 460k dot vs 1,040k dot
      Higher Viewfinder Coverage 90% vs 92%
      Higher Resolution Viewfinder 1,440k dot vs 2,360k dot
      Higher Max Continuous Shooting 5.0 fps vs 8.0 fps
      Center Weighted Metering vs
      Higher Video Resolution 1280 x 720 vs 1920 x 1080
      Speaker vs Mono
      Built-in Microphone vs Mono
      Microphone Input vs
      Built-In Wi-Fi vs
      Longer Battery Life 300 shots vs 390 shots

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      Fujifilm X100VI
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      APS-C

      40.2 MP

      Fujifilm X100V
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      APS-C

      26.1 MP

      Fujifilm X100T
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      APS-C

      16.3 MP

      Fujifilm X100S
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      APS-C

      16.3 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 JX550
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      1/2.3-inch

      16 MP

      Fujifilm JX300
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      1/2.3-inch

      14 MP

      Fujifilm AX350
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      1/2.3-inch

      16 MP

      Fujifilm JX500
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      1/2.3-inch

      14 MP

      Canon R6 II
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      Full Frame

      24.2 MP

      Sony a6100
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      APS-C

      24.2 MP

      Common Strengths and Weaknesses

      We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

      STRENGTHS Fujifilm FinePix X100 Fujifilm X100F
        Video Capture
        High Native ISO12,80012,800
        Live View Autofocus
        High Resolution Viewfinder1,440k dot2,360k dot
        Built-in Flash
        HDMI Output Mini Micro
        Light445 g (0.98 lb / 15.70 oz)469 g (1.03 lb / 16.54 oz)
        Orientation Sensor
      WEAKNESSES Fujifilm FinePix X100 Fujifilm X100F
        High Native ISO200200
        No Image Stabilization
        Screen TypeFixedFixed
        Low Video Resolution1280 x 7201920 x 1080
        No Headphone Output
        No Built-in GPS
        No Built-In Bluetooth
        No Environmental Sealing
        Short Battery Life300 shots390 shots

      Screen and Viewfinder

      Screen

      Fujifilm FinePix X100 has a 2.80" screen with 460k dot resolution and Fujifilm X100F has a 3.0" screen with 1,040k dot resolution. Both have Fixed screens.


      Viewfinder

      Fujifilm FinePix X100 has a built-in Electronic and Optical (tunnel) viewfinder with 1,440k dot resolution and Fujifilm X100F has a built-in Electronic and Optical (tunnel) viewfinder with 2,360k dot resolution. Fujifilm FinePix X100 has 90% coverage (0.5x 35mm equivalent) magnification and Fujifilm X100F has 92% coverage (0.5x 35mm equivalent) magnification.

      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. Fujifilm X100F features a 26.1 megapixel APS-C CMOS sensor with dimensions of 23.6 x 15.6 mm and a total area of 243.4 mm2. Its native ISO range is 200 - 12,800 and expands to 100 - 51,200 in boosted mode.

      Photography Features

      Fujifilm FinePix X100 is equipped with EXR processor and can take pictures up to 4288 x 2848 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 4288 x 2416, 3072 x 2048, 3072 x 1728, 2176 x 1448, 1920 x 1080 with 3:2, 16:9 aspect ratios. Fujifilm X100F is equipped with X-Processor Pro processor and can take pictures up to 6000 x 4000 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 4240 x 2832, 6000 x 3376, 4000, x 4000, 4240 x 2832, 4240 x 2384, 2832 x 2832, 3008 x 2000, 3008 x 1688, 2000 x 2000 with 1:1, 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 on either of the cameras. 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 cameras do not have image stabilization.

      Connectivity, Battery and Storage

      Built-in Wi-Fi on Fujifilm X100F

      Fujifilm X100F has a built-in Wi-Fi which allows to easily transfer photos and videos from the camera to other Wi-Fi-enabled devices, such as smartphones, tablets, printers, or computers. This eliminates the need for cables and allows for quick and convenient media sharing and social media integration. It gives you the ability to control your camera remotely using a smartphone or tablet. This is particularly useful for taking self-portraits, group shots, or capturing images in challenging conditions without having to touch the camera. Firmware updates can also be downloaded and installed wirelessly.
        Check out the cameras in our database that have built-in WiFi.


      NFC on Fujifilm FinePix X100

      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 Inputs and HDMI Outputs

      Both models have USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) inputs for data transfer. Fujifilm FinePix X100 has a Mini HDMI and Fujifilm X100F has a Micro HDMI connector for video signal output.


      Battery

      Fujifilm FinePix X100 comes with NP-95 battery pack with battery life of 300 shots and Fujifilm X100F comes with NP-W126S battery pack with battery life of 390 shots.


      External Storage Slots

      Cameras have a single SD/SDHC/SDXC card slot.

      Other Features

      Shutter

      Shutter speed can go up to 1/4000 sec on Fujifilm FinePix X100, and up to 1/32000 sec with electronic shutter and up to 1/4000 sec with mechanical shutter on Fujifilm X100F. Fujifilm FinePix X100 can shoot continuously up to 5.0 fps. Fujifilm X100F can shoot continuously up to 8.0 fps.


      Flash

      Cameras have built-in flash with maximum range of 9.00 m on Fujifilm FinePix X100 and 4.60 m at ISO 100 on Fujifilm X100F. They also accept external flash which can be connected via Shoe Mount. The fastest flash synchronization speed is 1/4000 sec on Fujifilm X100F.

      Physical Parameters

      Fujifilm FinePix X100 body has dimensions of 126 x 75 x 54 mm (4.96 x 2.95 x 2.13") and Fujifilm X100F body has dimensions of 127 x 75 x 52 mm (5.0 x 2.95 x 2.05"). Fujifilm FinePix X100 weighs 445 g (0.98 lb / 15.70 oz) and Fujifilm X100F weighs 469 g (1.03 lb / 16.54 oz).

      Fujifilm FinePix X100

      Fujifilm X100F

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      Size comparisons of Fujifilm FinePix X100 and Fujifilm X100F

      Fujifilm FinePix X100 and Fujifilm X100F for Different Types of Photography

      We give scores to the cameras for six types of photography based on their features and specifications. Let us see how suitable they are for each type of photography.

      Landscape Photography

      Fujifilm FinePix X100

      Fujifilm X100F

      GOOD
      70
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      AVERAGE
      68
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,040k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing

      Sports Photography

      Fujifilm FinePix X100

      Fujifilm X100F

      AVERAGE
      60
      •   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
      GOOD
      70
      •   12,800 Highest Native ISO
      •   325 Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,040k dot
      •   High Resolution Viewfinder - 2,360k dot
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 8.0 fps
      •   Short Battery Life - 390 shots
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Wildlife Photography

      Fujifilm FinePix X100

      Fujifilm X100F

      AVERAGE
      60
      •   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
      AVERAGE
      64
      •   12,800 Highest Native ISO
      •   325 Focus Points
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,040k dot
      •   High Resolution Viewfinder - 2,360k dot
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 8.0 fps
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 390 shots
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Portrait Photography

      Fujifilm FinePix X100

      Fujifilm X100F

      GOOD
      74
      •   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
      GOOD
      84
      •   325 Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,040k dot
      •   High Flash Sync Speed - 1/4000 sec
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Street Photography

      Fujifilm FinePix X100

      Fujifilm X100F

      GOOD
      80
      •   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)
      GOOD
      80
      •   325 Focus Points
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,040k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 469 g (1.03 lb / 16.54 oz)

      Travel Photography

      Fujifilm FinePix X100

      Fujifilm X100F

      GOOD
      80
      •   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
      GOOD
      80
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,040k dot
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 469 g (1.03 lb / 16.54 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 390 shots

      Evaluations

      We evaluate Fujifilm FinePix X100 and Fujifilm X100F and give them scores of 57 and 68 out of 100 recpectively. 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.


      Fujifilm FinePix X100

      Fujifilm X100F

      OVERALL
      57
      OVERALL
      68

      Sensor

      Fujifilm FinePix X100

      Fujifilm X100F

      GOOD
      70
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 12.3 Megapixel
      •   200 Lowest Native ISO
      •   12,800 Highest Native ISO
      •   DxO Overall Score - 73
      AVERAGE
      67
      •   Sensor Resolution - 26.1 Megapixel
      •   200 Lowest Native ISO
      •   12,800 Highest Native ISO

      Photo

      Fujifilm FinePix X100

      Fujifilm X100F

      AVERAGE
      57
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 5.0 fps
      GOOD
      71
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
      •   High Max Shutter Speed (Electronic) - 1/32000 sec
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 8.0 fps
      •   High Flash Sync Speed - 1/4000 sec

      Video

      Fujifilm FinePix X100

      Fujifilm X100F

      BAD
      7
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1280 x 720
      BAD
      14
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080

      Focusing

      Fujifilm FinePix X100

      Fujifilm X100F

      AVERAGE
      58
      •   49 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus
      GOOD
      84
      •   325 Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus

      Screen and Viewfinder

      Fujifilm FinePix X100

      Fujifilm X100F

      AVERAGE
      69
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Size - 2.80"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 460k dot
      •   High Resolution Viewfinder - 1,440k dot
      GOOD
      73
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,040k dot
      •   High Resolution Viewfinder - 2,360k dot

      Connectivity

      Fujifilm FinePix X100

      Fujifilm X100F

      AVERAGE
      57
      •   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
      EXCELLENT
      85
      •   IP Streaming
      •   HDMI Output
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth

      Battery, Storage and Physical

      Fujifilm FinePix X100

      Fujifilm X100F

      POOR
      40
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 445 g (0.98 lb / 15.70 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 300 shots
      •   Internal Storage
      POOR
      41
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 469 g (1.03 lb / 16.54 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 390 shots


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