Upgrade Guide

Fujifilm GFX 50S→Fujifilm Fujifilm X100VI

Is it worth upgrading? Spec analysis, key improvements, and our verdict.

You own

Fujifilm

GFX 50S

£1499

2017

→

Upgrade to

Fujifilm

Fujifilm X100VI

£1499 (+£0)

2024

✅

Strong upgrade

The Fujifilm X100VI improves across 3 key areas at a reasonable price gap. Most GFX 50S owners will notice the difference.

What's new in the Fujifilm X100VI

Unchanged or similar

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Full spec comparison

Spec	GFX 50S	Fujifilm X100VI
Price	£1,499	£1,499
Released	2017	2024	↑
Sensor	51.4MP Medium Format BSI CMOS (43.8 × 32.9mm)	40.2MP APS-C X-Trans CMOS 5 HR
Resolution	51MP	40MP	↓
Video	1080p/30p	6.2K/30p, 4K/60p, F-Log2 10-bit internal
Autofocus	Contrast-detect AF, face detection	Phase-detect 425 points, subject/eye tracking
Stabilisation	None	7-stop IBIS
Burst Rate	3fps	8fps mechanical, 25fps electronic	↑
Battery Life	~400 shots (CIPA)	~450 shots (CIPA)	↑
Weight	825g (with battery and card)	533g with battery and card	↑
Weather Sealed	Yes	Yes
Viewfinder	Detachable EVF, 3.69M dots, 0.85× magnification	Optical/EVF hybrid, 3.69M dots
Screen	3.2" tilting touchscreen + rear sub-LCD	3.0" tilting touchscreen
Mount	Fujifilm GFX (G-mount)	Fixed Fujinon 23mm f/2 (35mm equiv)
Memory Cards	Dual SD UHS-II slots	Single SD UHS-I slot

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