Fujifilm X100VI vs Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX100

In this comparison, we will evaluate the Fujifilm X100VI and the Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX100, 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 X100VI was introduced in February 2024 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX100 was introduced in September 2013. 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 X100VI over Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX100.

This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX100 over Fujifilm X100VI.

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 X100VI has a 3.0" Tilting screen with 1,620k dot resolution and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX100 has a [] Fixed screen with 0k dot resolution. Tilting screen makes Fujifilm X100VI very useful for photography purposes but not so useful for video shooting. Both models feature touchscreen which has advantages such as easy menu navigation, intuitive controls, quick setting adjustment and most importantly a Touch-to-Focus functionality 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.

Electronic and Optical (tunnel) Viewfinder on Fujifilm X100VI

Fujifilm X100VI has a built-in Electronic and Optical (tunnel) viewfinder with 3,690k dot resolution. It has a 100% coverage. There is no built-in or optional viewfinder available on Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX100.

Fujifilm X100VI features a 40.2 megapixel APS-C [] sensor with dimensions of 23.5 x 15.6 mm and a total area of 366.6 mm². Its native ISO range is 125 - 12,800 and expands to 64 - 51,200 in boosted mode. Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX100 features a 20.2 megapixel 1-inch BSI-CMOS sensor with dimensions of 13.2 x 8.8 mm and a total area of 77.4 mm². Its native ISO range is 160 - 6,400 and expands to 160 - 25,600 in boosted mode.

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX100 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 X100VI is equipped with X-Processor 5 processor and can take pictures up to 7728 x 5152 resolution. Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX100 can take pictures up to 5472 x 3648 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 3:2: 2736 x 1824; 4:3: 4864 x 3648, 2592 x 1944; 16:9: 5472 x 3080, 2720 x 1528; 1:1: 3648 x 3648, 1920 x 1920 with 1:1, 4:3, 3:2, 16:9 aspect ratios.

No Low-Pass Filter on Fujifilm X100VI

There is no optical low-pass filter (OLPF), also known as an anti-aliasing filter, in front of the sensor on Fujifilm X100VI. 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.

Image Stabilization

The cameras have a built-in image stabilization.

Built-in Wi-Fi

Cameras have 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 X100VI

Fujifilm X100VI 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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NFC on Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX100

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX100 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

Both models have USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) inputs for data transfer.

Battery

Fujifilm X100VI comes with NP-W126S battery pack with battery life of 450 shots and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX100 comes with NP-BN, battery pack with battery life of 200 shots.

External Storage Slots

Fujifilm X100VI has a single SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I supported) card slot. Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX100 has a single microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC/Memory Stick Micro card slot.

Shutter

Shutter speed can go up to 1/180000 sec with electronic shutter and up to 1/4000 sec with mechanical shutter on Fujifilm X100VI, and up to 1/2000 sec on Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX100. Fujifilm X100VI can shoot continuously up to 11.0 fps.

Flash

Fujifilm X100VI has a built-in flash and also accepts external flash which can be connected via Shoe Mount. Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX100 has no built-in flash. The fastest flash synchronization speed is 1/4000 sec on Fujifilm X100VI.

Fujifilm X100VI body has dimensions of 128 x 75 x 55 mm (5.04 x 2.95 x 2.17") and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX100 body has dimensions of 63 x 63 x 56 mm (2.48 x 2.48 x 2.2"). Fujifilm X100VI weighs 521 g (1.15 lb / 18.38 oz) and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX100 weighs 179 g (0.39 lb / 6.31 oz).

Fujifilm X100VI

Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX100

128 mm

75 mm

63 mm

63 mm

75 mm

63 mm

55 mm

56 mm