X-Pro1vs RX100 VI
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.
Travel & Vlogging — RX100 VI (2018): The RX100 VI trades fast apertures for a remarkable 24-200mm zoom range — giving it more versatility than any previous model. 4K/30p, 24fps burst, a pop-up EVF, and an articulating screen round out an exceptional compact package. Variable aperture limits low-light performance at the long end, but for travel and events where reach matters, there is no practical alternative at this size.
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
RX100 VI (2018)
- Travel photographers who need versatile reach in a pocketable body
- Vloggers and content creators who need 4K and an articulating screen
- Event photographers who want discreet, capable wide-to-tele coverage
- Wildlife and sports enthusiasts who want a compact travel option
Quick take: The rx100 vi has the highest resolution at 20mp; the x-pro1 is the most affordable. Scroll down for the full spec breakdown.
Full specifications
| Specification | X-Pro1 (2012) | RX100 VI (2018) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £249 | £700 |
| Sensor | 16.3MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS I | 20.1MP 1-inch BSI Stacked CMOS |
| Resolution | 16.3MP | 20.1MP |
| Video | 1080p/24p | 4K/30p, 1080p/120p, 960fps HFR |
| Autofocus | Contrast-detect AF — slow by modern standards | Fast Hybrid AF, 315 phase-detect points, Eye AF |
| Stabilisation | None | Optical SteadyShot |
| Burst Rate | 6fps | 24fps |
| Battery Life | ~300 shots (CIPA) | ~240 shots (CIPA) |
| Weight | 450g body only | 301g (with battery and card) |
| Dimensions | 138.5 × 82.8 × 46.7mm | 101.6 × 58.1 × 42.8mm |
| Weather Sealed | No | No |
| Viewfinder | Hybrid OVF/EVF — 0.37× (EVF), 0.5× / 0.6× (OVF) | Pop-up EVF, 2.35M dots |
| Screen | 3.0" fixed LCD, 1.23M dots | 3.0" fully articulating touchscreen, 921k dots |
| Mount | Fujifilm X-mount | Fixed Zeiss Vario-Sonnar T* 24-200mm f/2.8-4.5 |
| Memory Cards | Single SD/SDHC/SDXC slot | Single SD / Memory Stick PRO Duo slot |
| Connectivity | USB 2.0, HDMI mini | Micro USB, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth |
Suitability by genre
| Genre | X-Pro1 | RX100 VI |
|---|---|---|
| Street | ||
| Portrait | ||
| Travel | ||
| Landscape | ||
| Sports | — | |
| Wildlife | ||
| Vlogging & Video | — | |
| Casual | — | |
| Sports & Action | — |
GearScore™ suitability scores are based on aggregated purchaser reviews weighted by photography genre. See how scores are calculated →
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