Fujifilm X100 vs Canon 6D

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Fujifilm X100 vs Canon 6D

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APS-C 372.9mm²
12.3 megapixels
35.00mm (35mm eq.)

Go in depth with our full Fujifilm X100 Review.
See real-world photos taken with the X100.

35mm 855.6mm²
20.2 megapixels
ISO 100 - 25,600

Go in depth with our full Canon 6D Review.
How does it shoot? Canon 6D in the real world.
See real-world photos taken with the 6D.
Compare Canon 6D image quality against competitors.
What’s the bottom line? Read our Canon 6D conclusion.

Succeeded by the Canon 6D Mark II
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Differences

Fujifilm X100 advantages over Canon 6D

Internal flash
Internal flash vs None
Useful in a pinch for fill flash
Integrated ND filter
Yes vs No
Shoot in daylight with a large aperture or slow shutter
Thinner
53 mm vs 71 mm
Thinner

Canon 6D advantages over Fujifilm X100

Larger sensor
35mm vs APS-C
More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
Bigger pixels
~ 6.54 vs 5.50 microns
Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
Fast startup
~0.50 vs 3.2 sec
Faster startup lets you catch the moment
Built-in Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi vs None
Share your photos wirelessly
Higher effective ISO

Higher effective ISO

Maximum effective ISO is an estimate of the highest sensitivity at which a camera can capture excellent quality photos.

Cameras with higher effective ISO will be better choices for indoor photography, night shooting, and indoor sports photography, especially if you intend to make large prints.

You can learn more at our glossary entry.

Maximum effective ISO test data courtesy of DxO Mark.
6D test data on DxO Mark X100 test data on DxO Mark

2,340 vs 1,001 iso
Take photos in low light with less noise
Built-in GPS
GPS vs None
Geotag your photos
Longer stills battery life
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Longer stills battery life

Cameras with longer battery life can take more photos before exhausting their batteries.

Special note: The measurement standard for battery life stipulates that if a camera has an internal flash, it must be used for 50% of photos taken. For this reason, comparisons of one camera with an internal flash to another without will not be comparable

1090 vs 300 shots
Capture more photos
External Mic Jack
Jack vs No jack
Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
More dots on screen
1044k vs 460k dots
Can mean greater resolution or a brighter screen
Shoots 1080p video
Yes vs No
You'll want this if you shoot video
More viewfinder magnification
0.71x vs 0.50x
Get a bigger view of the scene through the eye-level viewfinder
More pixels
20.2 vs 12.3 megapixels
Higher resolution photos
Shoots 60p video
Yes vs No
A faster framerate can give you more editing options
Bigger JPEG buffer
1250 vs 10 shots
Take more JPEG shots before waiting (burst mode)
Higher extended ISO
102400 vs 12800 ISO
Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Similarities

Common Strengths

Rear display
Both provide
Review photos on the back of the camera
Eye-level viewfinder
Both provide
You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
RAW file ability
Both provide
Gives you more flexibility to develop your photos later
Manual focus
Both provide
AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.
HDMI out
Both provide
Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
Hot shoe
Both provide
Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
Bulb shutter
Both provide
Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures

Common Weaknesses

Focus peaking
Neither provide
Your camera will highlight what's in focus
Tilt-swivel screen
Neither provide
Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
In-Camera Image Stabilization
Neither provide
Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
Touchscreen
Neither provide
Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
In-camera panoramas
Neither provide
Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
Tiltable Screen
Neither provide
Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
Built-in Bluetooth
Neither provide
Always-on wireless connectivity
On-sensor phase detect
Neither provide
Usually improves live view and video AF performance
Dual card slots
Neither provide
Gives you more storage flexibility
Headphone jack
Neither provide
Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
Slow-motion videos
Neither provide
Shoot slow-motion videos

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Superb image quality; Dazzling Hybrid Viewfinder; Traditional mechanical controls; Mostly excellent optical performance.
Quirky interface; Manual dials turn easily; Manual focus is too difficult to use; Dramatic lens flare, especially at night.
Read our Fujifilm X100 Review

Excellent image quality on par to more expensive full-frame DSLRs (including the 5D Mark III); Responsive all-around performer; Superior HD video-shooting chops; Built-in Wi-Fi with remote control and sharing features, Built-in GPS and geotagging.
Lacks a built-in, pop-up flash; No external headphone jack; Rather basic 11-point autofocus system; Mediocre burst speed.
Read our Canon 6D Review

The Competition

Compared to Canon 5D Mark III

Fujifilm X100

Canon 5D Mark III

$1200
APS-C

Internal flash
Integrated ND filter

$2084
35mm

Larger sensor
Fast startup

Compare Fujifilm X100 vs Canon 5D Mark III

Canon 6D

Canon 5D Mark III

$1499
35mm

Less expensive
Built-in Wi-Fi

$2084
35mm

More cross-type AF points
Less shutter lag

Compare Canon 6D vs Canon 5D Mark III

Compared to Nikon D610

Fujifilm X100

Nikon D610

$1200
APS-C

Integrated ND filter
Thinner

$1201
35mm

Larger sensor
Fast startup

Compare Fujifilm X100 vs Nikon D610

Canon 6D

Nikon D610

$1499
35mm

Less expensive
Built-in Wi-Fi

$1201
35mm

Fast startup
Higher effective ISO

Compare Canon 6D vs Nikon D610

Compared to Canon 7D Mark II

Fujifilm X100

Canon 7D Mark II

$1200
APS-C

Larger sensor
Bigger pixels

$1604
APS-C

Fast startup
Built-in GPS

Compare Fujifilm X100 vs Canon 7D Mark II

Canon 6D

Canon 7D Mark II

$1499
35mm

Larger sensor
Bigger pixels

$1604
APS-C

On-sensor phase detect
More telephoto lens reach

Compare Canon 6D vs Canon 7D Mark II

Compared to Nikon D600

Fujifilm X100

Nikon D600

$1200
APS-C

Less expensive
Integrated ND filter

$1900
35mm

Larger sensor
Fast startup

Compare Fujifilm X100 vs Nikon D600

Canon 6D

Nikon D600

$1499
35mm

Built-in Wi-Fi
Built-in GPS

$1900
35mm

Fast startup
Higher effective ISO

Compare Canon 6D vs Nikon D600

Compared to Fujifilm X100S

Fujifilm X100

Fujifilm X100S

$1200
APS-C

Shoots 24p video

$1099
APS-C

Focus peaking
In-camera panoramas

Compare Fujifilm X100 vs Fujifilm X100S

Canon 6D

Fujifilm X100S

$1499
35mm

Larger sensor
Bigger pixels

$1099
APS-C

Focus peaking
In-camera panoramas

Compare Canon 6D vs Fujifilm X100S

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