Fujifilm X100VI | Should You Upgrade From the X100V? 

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Got my x100vi ordered and I am stoked!

Loved hearing your thoughts man!

I’ll hang on to my beloved X100V…for now. This new guy looks very cool though. Looking forward to seeing a long term review from you, and really looking forward to hearing if it is worth the upgrade.

I think you've got some super valid points! I hope more people are able to get the X100 series in their hands, empowering them to take more great photos!

I was never able to get a hold of the V so I went ahead and preordered last night because I had a feeling this version would experience a similar demand

Excellent video

Regarding availability, I wonder if that's what is behind their moving production of the X100VI from Japan to China. Might shorten some supply chain issues and costs.

You nailed it - there is no way they are going to make enough of these cameras. I placed pre-orders at 3 stores to hedge my bets. I sold my 100V for $2,200 6 months ago and I can see this new one retaining it's value for many many years.

Yes ! We should !

I thought it was a good time to pick up one of the older X100 cameras Just picked up an X100S for cheap, and so far I'm having a blast with it

What i learned from shooting fuji is the XT series is the best to get. I dont shoot fuji anymore and i dont miss it.

whats the point of getting the bracket and grip, go for xt5 instead

My order is in.

Waiting on the X100VII

My first thought was to pre-order, but I decided not too. I'm going to wait a bit and see more reviews. TBH, my card is maxed with all this new camera gear LOL

I'm with you. I don't see how this one will keep up with demand, both for this camera specifically, and lingering demand for the X100V. For anyone that has an X100V, I don't know that this is a compelling update, unless you're just looking to add a second X100-series camera to your bag, or your X100V is well-used and due for replacement. I was sort of holding out hope that Fuji would surprise us with a titanium build (a la XPro3) and durablack/durasilver coatings as this camera really lends itself to that enhanced build being that it's commonly a 'take everywhere' camera for those that use it. I think the 40mp sensor is... fine. I used the XT5 for a little bit and I found the 40mp files to have a sort of clinical feel to them that I didn't love. Maybe it was just me being nitpicky, though, and it was a placebo effect of swapping between my XPro3 and the XT5 where I was really used to that sort of organic feeling from the XPro3 images. IBIS is a great addition for those that like to shoot in low light on the streets and want to keep that ISO down. It's never been an issue for me to shoot any of my Fuji cameras at 1600 or 3200 ISO, but I know for some, shooting at very low ISO is a big deal. I just sort of found this camera release to be a little bit lazy. An evolutionary upgrade to an already excellent camera that I think could have been a more revolutionary upgrade, especially considering the slightly higher price point. I know it's not the same form factor, etc., but at $1600, I'd probably be tempted to just go for the readily-available XT5 and a couple of small primes.

Great video Benj. Fuji fumbled by not having a camera in your hands today

Interesting take from a Matt Granger review of the VI. He basically reckons the lens isn’t up scratch with the new sensor, apart from that it’s great.

Does silver scratch easier than black ?

B&H has a ton a pre-orders I’m assuming because it can still be ordered. Not sure how they intend to fill them all.

I am personally sticking with my x100v, the x100vi has nothing compelling for me. I would have been more interested in it if it had the 26MP stacked sensor and X-Processor 5

What color did you preorder? I can’t decide!

I got my X100V back in November. Love it. I see no reason to upgrade. Yes the resolution bump is great but as a person that hasn’t even really had a professional point and shoot, I can zoom in pretty far and it’s still clear. I’ll wait for the X100VII in 3-4 years haha.

I'm just happy I get to watch worms trying to sell used V's for 2500cad come up losers now that the VI is on release.

I find the increase in price to be fantastic if they can leverage some of that fashionista money to subsidize or keep the price down on the X-T50 or whatever they’ll call the baby X-T this generation.

With pre-orders sold out, and a second round of allocations "shipping April" buyers here will be lucky to receive by May. And that's not accounting for any manufacturing faults or early firmware issues. Or even being able to try one out first. So I'm not even breathing in, let alone holding my breath.

I want to see a Fuji X-E5 with 40 megapixels sensor, IBIS (which locks when turned off) and a 5.8 mega dots EVF with very good magnification. I also want to see a Sony APSC Camera with the 40 megapixels sensor !

Benj not getting a review unit while some other channels did is wild

Built in ND is kind of nice but I’m still ok with my X-T2 😂

Hello, and thank your for your very good contend. I really doing me hard in understanding the hype of this camera. For me a better camera is no longer available, the XE-4. So i have to stay with my XE-4.

Wish it had the W235, a pocket camera should not need a backpack to bring the extra batteries

My issue with the x100vi is them not upgrading to a better battery

Step One: Tape over the I next to V. Step Two: Paint the tip of the front lever red. Finally, I have the illustrious X100V

The new camera is made in China and not from Japan like the previous models. It will probably meet demand... But shouldnt it be cheaper for being made im China? Like by a lot? They easily could have sold this for 1400$ if they wanted.. And the x100vi feels like a filler for not being able to sell enough x100v kinda.

Bought an X100V a couple months ago for $1400 and its near-mint. Very happy. Made in Japan. More than enough MPs at 26. Would never need IBIS on a fixed 35mm lens camera that I always have at 1/100th or higher. Oh, and when indoors at night that's when the beautiful flash comes into play, not 1/30th shutter speeds.

The question is. Should you get the black one or the silver one? Seriously.

Thoughts on the x100vi vs your a7cR?? Which would you carry more on a daily basis?

Ibis is the game changer.

I pre-ordered the X100V, I still do not have it ... 🤣🤣🤣

Is there any possibility for you to try Nikon ZF? :) That would be great video. :)

The price increase makes a lot of sense. USD had such a bad devaluation over the last 4 years (when the X100V released) if you look at the inflation, the camera is actually cheaper now than it was back in 2020...

Is preorders a guarantee on release day? Or is waiting until the 26th still okay?

Is the lens good enough for the sensor? That is the question for me.

Easy to get in the UK and Europe. Never any problem.

I mean isn't 40mp with IBIS self explanatory?... 40mp needs IBIS or it is absolutely dumpster fire. Unfortunately not a new lens... Would have been better than 40mp

I mean the price is expensive but it's the initial 2020 price ajusted for inflation. Not nice for the buyers but hey

Agreed on the shipping. Maybe instead of “should you” - more like “can you.. upgrade” - Im a regular joe schmo that preordered this and was told that the expected delivery date is June, 2024. So, not gonna hold my breath and have to live vicariously through RU-vid.

Personally I prefer sticking to Latin if we're calling the X100V (vee), the X100VI should be -V-I (vee i), not 6. Nice camera though, wish my V had IBIS and higher res, but wouldn't upgrade just yet, maybe the -V-II

Used x100v are going for $1450 for used in good condition and more for excellent and like new condition right now lol most like new ones are going for the 1600 new x100vi is shipping for

As an x100v user since spring 2020 I am a bit... underwhelmed by the successor. also the crops in 4k/60 are strange. I am actually considering jumping ship and getting an a7cR. there are also jpeg recipes available and lightroom can reproduce fuji colors on sony raws. on the other hand, the sony bodies look not as inspiring as the fujis do. the usual dilemma ;-)

Bought my x100v in Germany when it was released for 1399€, for the x100vi they now want 1799€. That it’s going to be more expensive was expectable but that increase only happened because they know the hype and know that people are going to pay it in my opinion

Good afternoon, I am also a photographer and videographer. Say please? Which is better for photos and videos: SONY XPERIA PRO-I or the new SONY XPERIA 1V, 5V models, please advise, tell me which one to take? Thank you very much in advance!

Price increase in australia is putting this beyond reach - it’s an increase of something like $600 - outrageous. You can bet their production costs have decreased with Chinese manufacturing.

Now that the Nikon ZF (love mine so yes some bias but came from Fuji) is a thing Fuji needs to step their game up. Same screens as four years ago, one UHS1 card slot in 2024? Same poor battery. Now creeping towards the $2k mark. Really feels like a cash grab from Fuji knowing how popular the series has been. I know the ZF is more an XT5 contender but really mean Fuji can’t just ride the vintage aesthetic bus as their main driver. If Nikon really wants to go all out would love a fixed lens ZF meets Q3 camera.

After selling my Q “dad” camera, Im trying to find another daily for my upcoming Disney trip. If I could get a good daily lens for my r6 I would. Ive had the x100f, xpro2, and xt3. My sights were set on the VI but I miss my Q, and I just really love the extra light gained by fullframe. Now Im either gonna get the Nikon ZF because the sheer amount of lenses or just splash out on a Q2😂. Ive got two months to decide….maybe Canon will open the mount.

This camera has become rediculously expensive. Fujifilm reseached the price of a used x100v and they though: If an x100v retails on the used market for $1400 we then could charge $1600. I find it a disgusting move by Fuji. This thought is also underlined by the fact that this camera has recycled components such as the sensor and lens. Forget about the new hinges of the lcd or firmware. Additionally Fujifilm is saving on labour costs by manufacturing the camera in China and no longer in Japan. In my opinion and based on those facts this camera is let down. The X T5 is cheaper to have and Fujifilm cameras are quite compact.

What i personally dislike 1) Price increase (X100V into germany was into 2020 1399 EUR, into 2022 increased to 1599 EUR), the X100VI is now 1799 EUR (!) 2) Missing the red tip on the viewfinder selector, call me pedantic, but i just dislike it 3) Made in China, no hard feelings, but i do prefer made in Japan, always into contrast 4) I don't need 40 MP, it's technically Overkill, i shoot 35mm SLRs, Rangefinders, also 12/13 MP Fullframe DSLRs, my Sony does have 24 MP, huge files, never need that kind of huge resolution 5) IBIS is a fine addition, but i shoot 35mm focal length for >34 years, and never needed IBIS at this point

no , gracias

Plot twist they only launched with 10,000 units 😂

You not getting a review unit is wild to me.

big L on fuji on this situation

Would have rather seen a successor to the X70….just sayin

They should have put a D pad back on the backside. Hate that nob lol

As if any of us managed to buy a X100V!

Yeah, as much as I think this camera is good at that price point I’d go with a Sony A7c or A7cii. I know Fuji film simulations are great but not sure I’d pick this up personally.

The X100VI is made in China so there will be more availability but quality won't be that great compared to the X100V

No thanks Made in China keeping my V. Have all my sony and Panasonic gear to fulfill my china needs 😆

Made in China is a disappointment Japanese cameras I feel should be made in Japan

when im gettin rich im gonna get that camera, get rich or die tryin

Fuji has gone crazy for $$$$$$$$ 2899AUD.? The V was 1789AUD before the hype! No thanks! I’ll stick to my Xpro3!

Wow, unnecessary video.