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Nikon D850 — full-frame DSLR · 2017
Nikon

Nikon D850

full-frame DSLR · 2017

88
/ 100
From $3,299
VS
Fujifilm X100VI · Body only wins by 4
Fujifilm X100VI · Body only — APS-C fixed · 2024
Fujifilm

Fujifilm X100VI · Body only

APS-C fixed · 2024

92
/ 100
From $1,599
Specdex verdict

Fujifilm X100VI · Body only takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, Nikon D850 lands at 88 and Fujifilm X100VI · Body only at 92. That puts Fujifilm X100VI · Body only ahead by 4 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick Nikon D850 if…

  • ✓Mature system, great used market
  • ✓Proven lens lineup
  • ✓Often on sale

Pick Fujifilm X100VI · Body only if…

  • ✓Current-gen AF system
  • ✓Proven lens ecosystem
  • ✓Strong video + stills balance
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Photo

Fujifilm X100VI · Body only

Compared on the photo sub-score

Fujifilm X100VI · Body only leads on photo (92 vs 88).

Autofocus

Fujifilm X100VI · Body only

Compared on the autofocus sub-score

Fujifilm X100VI · Body only leads on autofocus (90 vs 84).

Ergonomics

Tie

Compared on the ergonomics sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Value for money

Fujifilm X100VI · Body only

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Fujifilm X100VI · Body only more score per dollar ($1,599 vs $3,299).

Nikon D850 88
vs
92 Fujifilm X100VI · Body only

Score breakdown

Nikon D850
88
photo 88
video 80
autofocus 84
ergonomics 86
Fujifilm X100VI · Body only
92
photo 92
video 88
autofocus 90
ergonomics 86

Specs side-by-side

Nikon D850 versus Fujifilm X100VI · Body only — full spec comparison
Spec Nikon D850 Fujifilm X100VI · Body only
Format
full-frame DSLR
APS-C fixed
Release year
2017
2024

Nikon D850

Pros
  • +Mature system, great used market
  • +Proven lens lineup
  • +Often on sale
Cons
  • −Older AF system
  • −Heavier than modern mirrorless
  • −Firmware updates trailed off

Fujifilm X100VI · Body only

Pros
  • +Current-gen AF system
  • +Proven lens ecosystem
  • +Strong video + stills balance
Cons
  • −Body price excludes lens
  • −Heavy for travel (flagship)
  • −Learning curve on menus

FAQ: Nikon D850 vs Fujifilm X100VI · Body only

Which is better, Nikon D850 or Fujifilm X100VI · Body only? +

Fujifilm X100VI · Body only scores 92 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 4. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Nikon D850 worth the price? +

At $3,299, Nikon D850 delivers a Specdex score of 88 — strongest in photo.

Is Fujifilm X100VI · Body only worth the price? +

At $1,599, Fujifilm X100VI · Body only delivers a Specdex score of 92 — strongest in photo.

Does Nikon D850 or Fujifilm X100VI · Body only last longer? +

Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.

Which is better for photo, Nikon D850 or Fujifilm X100VI · Body only? +

Fujifilm X100VI · Body only — leads on photo (92 vs 88). Compared on the photo sub-score.

Which is better for autofocus, Nikon D850 or Fujifilm X100VI · Body only? +

Fujifilm X100VI · Body only — leads on autofocus (90 vs 84). Compared on the autofocus sub-score.