Most Asked Questions about Fujifilm X100VI
It is clear that Fujifilm is still having difficulty fulfilling the X100VI orders. Since there are not many people with production units around, the number of real life reviews of this excellent camera is also limited. You can always check our X100VI review page frequently asked questions about the X100VI that I received from our readers and their answers.
Q: Is the X100VI a weather resistant camera?
A: It is not weather resistant out of the box. You need to attach the FUJIFILM AR-X100 Adapter Ring and a filter such as the FUJIFILM 49mm Protector Filter to make this a weather resistant kit.
FUJIFILM AR-X100 Adapter Ring
Q: Is the X100VI made in Japan just like the rest of the series?
A: No. For the first time in X100 series history, Fujifilm chose to build the X100VI in China, probably in order to increase the production capacity.
Q: Are the conversion lenses from the previous X100 series models compatible with the X100VI?
A: Yes, the 0.8x FUJIFILM WCL-X100 II Wide Conversion Lens and the 1.4x FUJIFILM TCL-X100 II Tele Conversion Lens are compatible with the X100VI, changing the 35mm the FF equivalent focal length of the lens to 28mm and 50mm respectively.
FUJIFILM WCL-X100 II Wide Conversion Lens
Q: Does the X100VI come with a battery charger?
A: No, unfortunately Fujifilm didn't include a charger but they included a USB cable which you can use to charge the battery while in camera.
Q: What are the major changes over the X100V?
A: Here are the main advantages of the X100VI:
Sensor based image stabilization (6-stops/ 5-axis) that the X100V lacks
New sensor with significantly higher resolution: 40MP VS 26 MP
Higher Max Elect. Shutter speed: 1/180,000s vs1/32,000s
Higher Resolution Video: 6240 x 4160vs3840 x 2160
Check Also: Fujifilm X100VI vs X100V Detailed Comparison
Comparison image of the Fujifilm X100VI and the Fujifilm X100V
Q: Does X100VI support UHS-II SD memory cards?
A: UHS-II cards can be used with X100VI but it doesn't support the UHS-II speeds, max speed will be UHS-I standard.
Q: Is the X100VI selfie-friendly, can I shoot selfies and vlog with it?
A: X100VI has a tilting screen but it doesn't tilt all the way to face forward so it is not selfie friendly.
Q: How many stops is the built-in ND filter effective?
A: The built-in filter in the X100VI is effective up to 4-stops .
Q: Does this use the same battery with X100V?
A: Yes, they both share the same NP-W126S battery although the CIPA battery life of the X100VI at 450 shots is slightly better than the X100V's 420 shots.
Q: Does the X100VI use the same lens with the X100V?
A: Yes, they both use the same lens according to Fujifilm. Fujifilm also claims that the lens won't have any issues resolving the 40MP sensor the X100VI.
Q: What is the max memory card size that the X100VI supports?
A: Max supported memory is 1TB.
Q: Can film simulations be used in Video mode?
A: Yes, Fujifilm's film simulations may be applied during video recording
Q: Does this have a full-size HDMI port?
A: No, the X100VI features a Micro-HDMI port. You need an adapter or a special cable to connect to an external recorder or a monitor.
Q: Is the continuous Video recording duration limited to 29min?
A: No, the X100VI supports unlimited video duration recording.
Q:Can the X100VI record RAW video?
A: No, it can't record RAW internally or to an external recorder. But it can record 6.2K at 30p in 10-bit color, along with a 4K HQ mode which oversamples 6.2K footage for 4K which gives excellent video quality.
Q: Does the X100VI has a headphone port, can I monitor sound while recording video?
A: No, the X100VI doesn't have a headphone port but has an external microphone port
Q: Is the microphone port standard sized?
A: Not really. The X100VI uses a 2.5 mm Submini TRS Stereo Microphone Input which is different from the common 3.5mm TRS inputs that are found in most cameras. You may need a 3.5mm to 2.5mm adapter if you don't have this kind of microphone.
Q: What are included in the box of X100VI?
A: here are the items that come with the camera body:
FUJIFILM NP-W126S Li-Ion Battery Pack
USB Cable
Shoulder Strap
Metal Strap Clip
Clip Attaching Tool
Protective Cover
Lens Cap
Hot Shoe Cover
I hope these cover some of the questions that you may have. If you have any additional questions, let us know in the comments section below.
