Fujifilm X100S vs Fujifilm X100V

In this comparison, we will evaluate the Fujifilm X100S and the Fujifilm X100V, 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 X100S was introduced in July 2013 and Fujifilm X100V was introduced in February 2020. Let us first list highlights of the models.

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.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Fujifilm X100S over Fujifilm X100V.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Fujifilm X100V over Fujifilm X100S.

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.

Screen

Fujifilm X100S has a 2.80" Fixed screen with 460k dot resolution and Fujifilm X100V has a 3.0" Tilting screen with 1,620k dot resolution. Tilting screen makes Fujifilm X100V very useful for photography purposes but not so useful for video shooting. Fujifilm X100V also features touchscreen which has advantages such as easy menu navigation, intuitive controls, quick setting adjustment and most importantly a Touch-to-Focus functionality (available only on Fujifilm X100V) allowing users to select a specific point on the screen where they want the camera to focus. This feature can be helpful for achieving precise focus in both photo and video recording.

Viewfinder

Fujifilm X100S has a built-in Electronic and Optical (tunnel) viewfinder with 2,350k dot resolution and Fujifilm X100V has a built-in Electronic and Optical (tunnel) viewfinder with 3,690k dot resolution. Fujifilm X100S has 90% coverage (0.5x 35mm equivalent) magnification and Fujifilm X100V has 95% coverage (0.52x 35mm equivalent) magnification.

Fujifilm X100S features a 16.3 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 100 - 12,800 and expands to 100 - 25,600 in boosted mode. Fujifilm X100V features a 26.1 megapixel APS-C BSI-CMOS sensor with dimensions of 23.5 x 15.6 mm and a total area of 243.4 mm². Its native ISO range is 160 - 12,800 and expands to 80 - 51,200 in boosted mode.

Fujifilm X100V has BSI-CMOS sensor, short for Backside Illuminated Complementary Metal-Oxide-Semiconductor sensor. In traditional CMOS sensors, the wiring and circuitry are located on the front side of the sensor, which can block some of the incoming light. BSI technology flips this design by placing the photosensitive elements (pixels) on the backside of the sensor, allowing more light to reach the pixels. This significantly enhances light sensitivity and improves low-light performance. BSI-CMOS sensors are particularly effective in low-light conditions, as they can capture more light, resulting in brighter and less noisy images. This makes them well-suited for indoor and night photography. BSI-CMOS sensors deliver a higher SNR and reduced cross-talk.

Fujifilm X100S is equipped with EXR II processor and can take pictures up to 4896 x 3264 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 4896x2760,264 x 3264, 3456x2304, 3456x1944, 2304 x 230, 2496x1664, 2496x1408 , 1664 x 1664 with 1:1, 3:2, 16:9 aspect ratios. Fujifilm X100V is equipped with X-Processor Pro 4 processor and can take pictures up to 6240 x 4160 resolution.

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.

Built-in Wi-Fi on Fujifilm X100V

Fujifilm X100V 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.
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Bluetooth on Fujifilm X100V

Fujifilm X100V has a built-in Bluetooth which lets you to connect the camera to a smartphone or a dedicated remote control device. This allows you to remotely trigger the camera, adjust settings and controls remotely through a paired mobile app. While Wi-Fi is generally faster for transferring larger files, Bluetooth can be used for small, selective transfers, it can provide real-time information about your camera's battery status, memory card capacity, and other key settings directly on your paired smartphone or smartwatch.
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USB Inputs and HDMI Outputs

Both models have USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) inputs for data transfer. Fujifilm X100S has a Mini HDMI and Fujifilm X100V has a Micro HDMI connector for video signal output.

Battery

Fujifilm X100S comes with NP-95 battery pack with battery life of 330 shots and Fujifilm X100V comes with NP-W126S battery pack with battery life of 420 shots.

External Storage Slots

Fujifilm X100S has a single SD/SDHC/SDXC card slot. Fujifilm X100V has a single SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I supported) card slot.

Shutter

Shutter speed can go up to 1/4000 sec on Fujifilm X100S, and up to 1/32000 sec with electronic shutter and up to 1/4000 sec with mechanical shutter on Fujifilm X100V. Fujifilm X100S can shoot continuously up to 6.0 fps. Fujifilm X100V can shoot continuously up to 11.0 fps.

Flash

Cameras have built-in flash with maximum range of 9.00 m on Fujifilm X100S. They also accept external flash which can be connected via Shoe Mount. The fastest flash synchronization speed is 1/2000 sec on Fujifilm X100S and 1/4000 sec on Fujifilm X100V.

Fujifilm X100S body has dimensions of 127 x 74 x 54 mm (5.0 x 2.91 x 2.13") and Fujifilm X100V body has dimensions of 128 x 75 x 53 mm (5.04 x 2.95 x 2.09"). Fujifilm X100S weighs 445 g (0.98 lb / 15.70 oz) and Fujifilm X100V weighs 478 g (1.05 lb / 16.86 oz).

Fujifilm X100S

Fujifilm X100V

127 mm

74 mm

128 mm

75 mm

74 mm

75 mm

54 mm

53 mm