Canon 5D MIII vs Canon 5DS R

The following is a extensive comparison of the Canon 5D MIII and Canon 5DS R, both Advanced DSLR cameras and both of them are produced by Canon. There is a crucial difference among the resolutions of the 5D MIII (22MP) and 5DS R (51MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (Full frame).

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The 5D MIII was brought out 3 years earlier than the 5DS R which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the 5D MIII matches up versus the 5DS R when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS 5D Mark III and Canon EOS 5DS R. The entire galleries are provided at Canon 5D MIII Gallery and Canon 5DS R Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon 5D MIII has got outside dimensions of 152mm x 116mm x 76mm (6.0" x 4.6" x 3.0") with a weight of 950 grams (2.09 lbs) and the Canon 5DS R has sizing of 152mm x 116mm x 76mm (6.0" x 4.6" x 3.0") and a weight of 930 grams (2.05 lbs).

Check out the Canon 5D MIII and Canon 5DS R in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the 5D MIII and the 5DS R.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the 5D MIII and 5DS R is 55 and 55 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by viewing technical specs. The picture underneath may give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the 5D MIII and 5DS R.

As you can tell, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You should count on the Canon 5DS R to result in greater detail having its extra 29 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs way more aggressively. The more aged 5D MIII will be behind in sensor tech.