Fujifilm’s X100VI is The Next Level in Photography
Everyone is aware of the huge popularity that the Japanese giant Fujifilm gained all over the world. Its X100V model had immense success from the moment it was launched in the market, and at times it felt like the demand was always higher than the production. This was true for every product that the company introduced in the market, banking on its terrific research and development to come up with something amazing now and then.
People even started selling it for crazy high prices on the secondary market after it got famous on TikTok. The latest model, called X100VI, has an almost identical exterior to the earlier X100 models, but it has a few noteworthy improvements that make it better suited for outdoor shooting. Nevertheless, the cost has increased by $200 and is currently $1,599, which is nearly identical to the cost of the X-T5, another great camera from the company. But these two cameras are different because the X-T5 lets you change lenses, while the X100VI comes with a fixed 23mm f/2 lens.
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Like the X-T5 and X-H2 before it, the X100VI now has a 40-megapixel sensor, which means you can crop your photos more and edit them better. What’s cool is that they added in-body image stabilization (IBIS) to this camera. This helps a lot when you want to keep your photos sharp, even if the camera is moving a bit. You can get up to six stops of stabilization, which is great for those times when you want to use a slow shutter speed.
But not everything is upgraded. The X100VI still uses a UHS-1 SD card slot, which is kind of slow for a camera this expensive. Also, it still uses the same battery as the X100V, not the bigger and longer-lasting one that some other cameras from the company use. They kept the smaller battery to keep the X100VI compact, but it means you might need an extra battery if you’re out taking pictures for a whole day. The electronic viewfinder and the screen on the back have the same quality as before, with 3.69 million dots for the viewfinder and 1.62 million dots for the screen. You can still choose between using the viewfinder, the screen, or both when you’re taking pictures. The X100VI also has a built-in four-stop neutral density filter.
The company also put its latest X-Processor 5 in the X100VI, making it almost twice as fast as the X100V. As a result, you may snap photos more quickly, and it focuses more clearly. Twenty film simulations, or filters that alter the appearance of your images, are included with the camera. One of them, called Reala Ace, used to be exclusive to more expensive cameras. Fujifilm is known for making great-looking photos straight out of the camera, and many photographers love using these film simulations.
In terms of the build, not much has changed. The X100VI still has an aluminum body that can handle some bumps. But, like before, if you want to use it in bad weather, you need to buy a special ring and filter from the company. The manufacturing of the X100VI has shifted from Japan to China, unlike its predecessor. Some people might think this takes away from the camera’s special feel since Japan has a long history of making cameras. However, moving to China allows them to produce more X100VIs and get them into stores.
You can get the X100VI in silver or black, and it should start shipping in early March. The camera giant is also releasing a special edition for $1,999, with the company’s original logo from 1934 engraved on it. Each special edition has a unique number and comes in a special box with a unique strap and Fujifilm history cards. You can only buy this special edition directly from the company.
Considering how popular the X100V was, many people are likely interested in this new camera. For those willing to learn how to use manual controls, the X100VI offers a nice change from taking pictures with smartphones. Plus, people really like the colors that Fujifilm cameras produce straight from the camera.
