Canon 5D MII vs Casio EX-S5

In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Canon 5D MII vs Casio EX-S5, former being a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Canon and Casio. There is a noticeable difference between the resolutions of the 5D MII (21MP) and EX-S5 (9MP) and the 5D MII (Full frame) and EX-S5 (1/2.3") use totally different sensor sizing.

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The 5D MII was unveiled 2 months later than the EX-S5 so they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Canon 5D MII being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Casio EX-S5 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a quick overview of how the 5D MII matches up versus the EX-S5 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS 5D Mark II & Casio Exilim EX-S5. The full galleries are viewable at Canon 5D MII Gallery & Casio EX-S5 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Canon 5D MII provides outside dimensions of 152mm x 114mm x 75mm (6.0" x 4.5" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 850 grams (1.87 lbs) and the Casio EX-S5 has proportions of 102mm x 35mm x 22mm (4.0" x 1.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 100 grams (0.22 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the 5D MII compared to the EX-S5.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the 5D MII and EX-S5 is 56 and 97 respectively.

In many cases, it is very tough to see the gap between sensor sizing purely by going over specifications. The graphic below will give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the 5D MII and EX-S5.

Plainly, each of the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The 5D MII using its bigger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Canon 5D MII will offer you more detail having an extra 12MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures a little more aggressively.