Canon 1Ds MII vs Panasonic S5

Below, we are matching up the Canon 1Ds MII vs Panasonic S5, one being a Pro DSLR and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by companies Canon and Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the 1Ds MII (17MP) and S5 (24MP) but they come with the exact same sensor sizing (Full frame).

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The 1Ds MII was launched 16 years before the S5 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Canon 1Ds MII being a Large SLR camera and the Panasonic S5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going in to a detailed comparison, below is a simple summation of how the 1Ds MII grades vs the S5 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS-1Ds Mark II and Panasonic Lumix DC-S5. The complete galleries are provided at Canon 1Ds MII Gallery and Panasonic S5 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon 1Ds MII has got exterior dimensions of 156mm x 158mm x 80mm (6.1" x 6.2" x 3.1") and a weight of 1565 grams (3.45 lbs) whilst the Panasonic S5 has measurements of 133mm x 97mm x 82mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") with a weight of 714 grams (1.57 lbs).

Contrast the Canon 1Ds MII vs Panasonic S5 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the 1Ds MII versus the S5.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 1Ds MII and S5 is 50 and 60 respectively.

Sometimes, it's difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing only by checking a spec sheet. The photograph here should offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 1Ds MII and S5.

Clearly, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Panasonic S5 to give greater detail utilizing its extra 7MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos much more aggressively. The older 1Ds MII is going to be behind in sensor technology.