X-Pro1vs Z6 III
Fujifilm
X-Pro1 (2012)
Starting from £249 new
Best for Film photography enthusiasts & Fujifilm X-mount collectors
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GearScore™ Verdict — Which should you buy?
Film Photography Enthusiasts & Fujifilm X-Mount Collectors — X-Pro1 (2012): The camera that started it all — slow, imperfect, and still uniquely loveable for the quality of images it produces.
Hybrid Video & Action — Z6 III (2024): Partial-stacked FF sensor for near-zero blackout, 6K RAW video, and 60fps burst — Nikon's most capable hybrid.
Who should buy what
X-Pro1 (2012)
- Film photographers who want a digital camera with genuine analogue soul
- Fujifilm fans who want to shoot the camera that started the X-mount legacy
- Street photographers who value the unique hybrid OVF experience
- Budget-conscious photographers who want X-Trans rendering at a very low price
Z6 III (2024)
- Hybrid photographers who want partially-stacked sensor speed with full-frame quality
- Z6 II owners ready for a major AF and video upgrade
- Sports and action shooters who want 6K RAW video and fast burst
- Professionals who want a versatile full-frame Z body for any situation
Quick take: The z6 iii has the highest resolution at 24mp; the x-pro1 is the most affordable; only the z6 iii is weather sealed. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | X-Pro1 (2012) | Z6 III (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £249 | £2,199 |
| Sensor | 16.3MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS I | 24.5MP Full-frame Partial-stacked CMOS |
| Resolution | 16.3MP | 24.5MP |
| Video | 1080p/24p | 6K/60p RAW, 4K/120p, 4K/60p oversampled, N-Log, 10-bit |
| Autofocus | Contrast-detect AF — slow by modern standards | Phase-detect, 273 points, subject detection (human/animal/vehicle/aircraft) |
| Stabilisation | None | 5-axis IBIS, 6.0 stops |
| Burst Rate | 6fps | 20fps mechanical, 60fps electronic |
| Battery Life | ~300 shots (CIPA) | ~380 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 450g body only | 760g body only |
| Dimensions | 138.5 × 82.8 × 46.7mm | 138.5 × 101.5 × 74.0mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | Yes |
| Viewfinder | Hybrid OVF/EVF — 0.37× (EVF), 0.5× / 0.6× (OVF) | EVF, 5.76M dots, 0.90× magnification |
| Screen | 3.0" fixed LCD, 1.23M dots | 3.2" fully articulating touchscreen |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | Nikon Z-mount (full-frame) |
| Memory Cards | Single SD/SDHC/SDXC slot | Dual slots: CFexpress Type B + SD UHS-II |
| Connectivity | USB 2.0, HDMI mini | USB-C 3.2, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | X-Pro1 | Z6 III |
|---|---|---|
| Street | — | |
| Portrait | ||
| Travel | — | |
| Landscape | ||
| Sports | — | |
| Wildlife | ||
| Vlogging & Video | — | |
| Sports & Action | — | |
| Wedding & Events | — |
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