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Nikon Z7 — full-frame · 2018
Nikon

Nikon Z7

full-frame · 2018

86
/ 100
From $3,399
VS
Fujifilm X100VI wins by 6
Fujifilm X100VI — 40 MP · Fixed 23 mm f/2 · IBIS
Fujifilm

Fujifilm X100VI

40 MP · Fixed 23 mm f/2 · IBIS

92
/ 100
From $1,599
Specdex verdict

Fujifilm X100VI takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, Nikon Z7 lands at 86 and Fujifilm X100VI at 92. That puts Fujifilm X100VI ahead by 6 points — a decisive margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick Nikon Z7 if…

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

Pick Fujifilm X100VI if…

  • ✓Viral for a reason — gorgeous JPEGs out of camera
  • ✓Compact with IBIS
  • ✓Hybrid OVF/EVF
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Winner by scenario

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

Ergonomics

Fujifilm X100VI

Compared on the ergonomics sub-score

Fujifilm X100VI leads on ergonomics (96 vs 86).

Photo

Fujifilm X100VI

Compared on the photo sub-score

Fujifilm X100VI leads on photo (94 vs 86).

Autofocus

Tie

Compared on the autofocus sub-score

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

Value for money

Fujifilm X100VI

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Fujifilm X100VI more score per dollar ($1,599 vs $3,399).

Nikon Z7 86
vs
92 Fujifilm X100VI

Score breakdown

Nikon Z7
86
photo 86
video 78
autofocus 82
ergonomics 86
Fujifilm X100VI
92
photo 94
video 84
autofocus 82
ergonomics 96

Specs side-by-side

Nikon Z7 versus Fujifilm X100VI — full spec comparison
Spec Nikon Z7 Fujifilm X100VI
Format
full-frame
—
Release year
2018
—
Sensor
—
40 MP X-Trans 5 HR APS-C
Lens
—
Fixed 23 mm f/2 (35 mm equiv)
Stabilization
—
6-stop IBIS

Nikon Z7

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

Pros
  • +Viral for a reason — gorgeous JPEGs out of camera
  • +Compact with IBIS
  • +Hybrid OVF/EVF
Cons
  • −Fixed lens (not for everyone)
  • −Severe supply issues
  • −AF still behind Sony

FAQ: Nikon Z7 vs Fujifilm X100VI

Which is better, Nikon Z7 or Fujifilm X100VI? +

Fujifilm X100VI scores 92 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 6. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Nikon Z7 worth the price? +

At $3,399, Nikon Z7 delivers a Specdex score of 86 — strongest in photo.

Is Fujifilm X100VI worth the price? +

At $1,599, Fujifilm X100VI delivers a Specdex score of 92 — strongest in ergonomics.

Does Nikon Z7 or Fujifilm X100VI 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 ergonomics, Nikon Z7 or Fujifilm X100VI? +

Fujifilm X100VI — leads on ergonomics (96 vs 86). Compared on the ergonomics sub-score.

Which is better for photo, Nikon Z7 or Fujifilm X100VI? +

Fujifilm X100VI — leads on photo (94 vs 86). Compared on the photo sub-score.