Fujifilm’s most celebrated camera was upgraded on February 19th, 2024, called the X100 VI. It has a new 40mp sensor with built-in 6-stop IBIS (In Body Image Stabilization). This unique range finder camera with a hybrid optical/digital EVF, a large APS-C sensor and a leaf shutter is small and perfect for an avid street photographer with its F2 lens. Just after the release of this camera, sales appeared to be well above expectations. Some camera stores suggest it may have broken all sales records.
The X100 series is also unique in other ways, with its range finder retro design. In the street, it looks like an old-fashioned film camera with its ISO, Speed dials and aperture on the lens. It is not the kind of camera people get worried about, and its size is easy to carry and conceal.
The new camera has the same form and size as the previous X100v model, but the dimensions have shifted slightly to accommodate the IBIS system. As you may know, IBIS requires a greater battery demand, but the camera’s new processor ensures the battery life is the same as the previous model. The camera also has the fifth generation “X-Tran Processor-5” and an upgraded AI focusing system. The hybrid viewfinder allows you to switch between Electronic View Finder, Optical Viewfinder or Electronic Range Finder.
Three models are available
Three models are available: a black and silver version or a commemorative limited edition version in silver.
Summary of Key Specifications.
- 40.2MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS 5 HR Sensor
- X-Processor 5 Image Processor
- 11 frames per second
- LCD is a touchscreen
- One UHS-II SD card slot
- HDMI, USB C and Audio ports
- AI focus assistance, including face detection
- Fujinon 23mm f/2 Lens (35mm Full-Frame Equivalent)
- GPS information can be placed into EXIF data using their iPhone app.
- 6-Stop In-Body Image Stabilization
- 425-Point Intelligent Hybrid AF System
- Hybrid 0.66x OVF with 3.69m-Dot OLED EVF
- 3.0″ 1.62m-Dot Tilting Touchscreen
- Bluetooth and Wi-Fi Connectivity
- 20 Film Simulation Modes with their new REALA ACE film simulation
About its Sensor
Like all X-Tran cameras, it does not have a Bayer filter. Unlike a Bayer filter, the X-Trans array sensors have a unique six-by-six pattern of photosites. This layout can minimize moiré effects and, in turn, increase resolution over cameras that use a low-pass filter to reduce moiré.
Bayer sensors can produce false colour as they do not have R and B photosites in some horizontal and vertical lines; the X-tran sensors, on the other hand, have an improved colour reproduction due to all horizontal and vertical lines containing at least one R, G and B pixel.
Film Simulations
Fujifilm cameras all come with film simulations; with each new camera, more and more film simulations are added. This means when setting your camera to “Fine plus RAW,” the jpg accompanying the RAW file will simulate any of the film looks you selected. The X100VI will come with another new film setting, “Reala Ace,” along with the following: Provia, Velvia/Vivid, Astia/Soft, Classic Chrome, Pro Neg. Standard and Hi, Classic Negative, Nostalgic Negative, Eterna, Eterna Bleach Bypass, Acros, Monochrome, and Sepia.
In addition, the X100IV, like all X series cameras, allows you to save customized film simulations. One can save up to seven that can be recalled quickly from the “Q” menu. An excellent resource for creating film simulations can be found on the Fuji X Weekly website. He has formulas for a wide variety of film stock recreations.
Fujifilm Accessories
There are two conversation lens that can be used with this fixed lens camera a 50mm and 28mm equivalent.
The TCL-X100 II on the left is a tele-conversion lens for narrowing the field of view to 50mm (35mm equivalent). It focuses as closely as 14 inches, and the camera immediately recognizes it when attached.
The Wide Conversion Lens WCL-X100 II is a dedicated wide conversion lens converting it to 28mm (35mm format equivalent).
In addition, Fujifilm has a filter, lens hood and an adapter for this camera.
They also provide various flash options and a leather case:
Third-Party Accessories
Match Technical EP-2V Thumbs Up Grip (Black) slides into the camera’s hot shoe and provides a 22° bevelled grip in the ideal place for resting your thumb. This setup provides you with a more secure grip on your camera.
Our UV Filter Plus+ cuts ultraviolet light, sharpens your photos, and protects your lens against scratches, water, dirt, and fingerprints. Our CPL Polarizing Filter Plus+ cuts reflected (polarized) light, increasing contrast and boosting colour saturation and vibrancy.
NiSi Filter System for Fujifilm X100 The kit features four filters: the NiSi Medium GND8 (0.9) 3 Stop Graduated Filter and a NiSi HD Polarizer. The filters are made from optical-quality glass and offer superb image quality.
H&Y Filters Magnetic Filter Kit The Magnetic Filter Kit is made up of: UV, Circular Polarizer, and Neutral Density. It has a magnetic adapter ring, lens cap, and filter wallet. The glass has Nano-coating finish, combining the glare-resistant capability of multi-coating with protective resistance coating to protect against dust, grime, oil, and water.
References
- Returning to Form: The Fujifilm X100VI Review, Jona Rask Photography
- Why the Fuji X100VI is the Internet’s New Favourite Camera, The Studio
- DPReview Overview of the X100VI
- The Best Accessories for the Fujifilm X100F, V and VI
- Simplify Your X100V (6 changes to make)
- Fujilove: hands-on with the Fujifilm X100VI
- Fujifilm X100VI camera officially announced, Photo Rumours
- Fujifilm Canada’s X100VI site
- Fujifilm’s details on the commemorative limited edition
- Return to Form: The Fujifilm X100VI Review, Jonasrask photography
- Film Simulation Recipes, Fuji X Weekly
- Fujifilm Film Simulation Recipes: How to Find and Save Them
- My Fujifilm JPEG Recipe – all You’ll Ever Need, Goughie
- What Came Before the Fujifilm X100VI: a history of the series, DPReview