Canon 5D MII vs Nikon D300S

Following is a in-depth overview of the Canon 5D MII versus Nikon D300S, both Advanced DSLR cameras by brands Canon and Nikon. There is a considerable difference among the sensor resolutions of the 5D MII (21MP) and D300S (12MP) and the 5D MII (Full frame) and D300S (APS-C) provide totally different sensor sizing.

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The 5D MII was brought out 9 months earlier than the D300S and they are of a similar age. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before we go into a full comparison, here is a simple summation of how the 5D MII grades against the D300S for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS 5D Mark II & Nikon D300S. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon 5D MII Gallery & Nikon D300S Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and volume. The Canon 5D MII has got outside dimensions of 152mm x 114mm x 75mm (6.0" x 4.5" x 3.0") with a weight of 850 grams (1.87 lbs) whilst the Nikon D300S has sizing of 147mm x 114mm x 74mm (5.8" x 4.5" x 2.9") with a weight of 938 grams (2.07 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have at the time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the 5D MII and the D300S.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the 5D MII and D300S is 56 and 55 respectively.

Often, its tough to see the difference in sensor sizes only by checking out a spec sheet. The image underneath will provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 5D MII and D300S.

As you can see, both of the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The 5D MII because of its larger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Canon 5D MII will produce greater detail having its extra 9 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged 5D MII will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.