Fujifilm X-Pro1 vs X100: full comparison
The X-Pro1 leads on more headline specs, but the X100 counters on a lighter 445g body.
Also searched as XPro1 vs X100, and in the other order as X100 vs XPro1.
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The short version
The Fujifilm X-Pro1 and Fujifilm X100 are Fujifilm APS-C bodies from different lines — the X-Pro and the X100. The X-Pro1 is the newer of the two, arriving in 2012. At launch the X-Pro1 was 1,699 USD and the X100 1,199 USD, making the X100 the more affordable of the two.
On paper the X-Pro1 is the stronger body of the two. It gives you 16.3 MP of resolution, 6 fps continuous shooting, and 1080p/24p video.
The X100 isn't far behind. It hits back with a lighter 445g body.
So which one? If you want 16.3 MP of resolution, get the X-Pro1. If a lighter 445g body is closer to what you actually need, the X100 is the smarter buy. And the X100 costs less — 1,199 USD at launch.
Where the X-Pro1 wins
- +16.3 MP of resolution
- +6 fps continuous shooting
- +1080p/24p video
Where the X100 wins
- +a lighter 445g body
Who should buy the X-Pro1 or X100?
Buy the X-Pro1 if…
Pick the X-Pro1 if 16.3 MP of resolution, 6 fps continuous shooting matters to you. It is the better fit for buyers who already lean toward X-Pro handling. Read the full X-Pro1 review for the use-case-specific pros and cons.
Buy the X100 if…
Pick the X100 if a lighter 445g body matters to you. It also launched cheaper at 1,199 USD. It is the better fit for buyers who already lean toward X100 handling. Read the full X100 review for the use-case-specific pros and cons.
X-Pro1 vs X100: pros and cons
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Pros and cons mirror the in-house X-Pro1 review and X100 review.
X-Pro1 vs X100: full specs
| Spec |  X-Pro12012 · $1,699 |  X1002011 · $1,199 |
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| General | ||
| Release year | 2012 | 2011 |
| Launch price | 1,699 USD | 1,199 USD |
| Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Sensor & Image | ||
| Megapixels | 16.3 MP | 12.3 MP |
| Sensor generation | X-Trans I | Bayer |
| Processor | EXR Processor Pro | EXR Processor |
| ISO range | 200–6400 | 200–6400 |
| Autofocus & Burst | ||
| AF points | 49 | 49 |
| Subject detection | none | none |
| Burst (fps) | 6 | 5 |
| Video | ||
| Max video | 1080p 24p | 720p 24p |
| Codec | H.264 | H.264 |
| Log profile | No | No |
| Physical | ||
| Stabilization | None | None |
| Viewfinder | Hybrid OVF/EVF (1.44M dot) | Hybrid OVF/EVF (1.44M dot) |
| LCD | 3" fixed | 2.8" fixed |
| Weather sealed | No | No |
| Weight | 450g | 445g |
| Storage | ||
| Card slots | 1 | 1 |
| Card types | SD UHS-I | SD UHS-I |
| Power | ||
| Battery | NP-W126 | NP-95 |
| Battery life (CIPA) | 300 shots | 300 shots |
| Software | ||
| Film sims | 5 | 4 |
Highlighted cells are best in class between these two. Specs sourced from public Fujifilm product pages.
In-depth reviews
For the full long-form review of each camera, see the Fujifilm X-Pro1 review and the Fujifilm X100 review. Each one carries the full spec breakdown, pros and cons, and where this body sits in the current Fujifilm lineup.