Canon 5D MIII vs Canon 760D

Here is a extensive review of the Canon 5D MIII versus Canon 760D, one being a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR and both of them are sold by Canon. The resolution of the 5D MIII (22MP) and the 760D (24MP) is very well matched but the 5D MIII (Full frame) and 760D (APS-C) feature different sensor dimensions.

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The 5D MIII was announced 3 years prior to the 760D and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Canon 5D MIII being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Canon 760D being a Compact SLR camera.

Before getting through a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise overview of how the 5D MIII grades vs the 760D with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS 5D Mark III and Canon EOS 760D. The whole galleries are available at Canon 5D MIII Gallery and Canon 760D Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will want to think about its weight and size. The Canon 5D MIII features external dimensions of 152mm x 116mm x 76mm (6.0" x 4.6" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 950 grams (2.09 lbs) while the Canon 760D has specifications of 132mm x 101mm x 78mm (5.2" x 4.0" x 3.1") along with a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the 5D MIII versus the 760D.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 5D MIII and 760D is 55 and 66 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizing just by looking at a spec sheet. The graphic below will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the 5D MIII and 760D.

As you can see, both the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The 5D MIII using its larger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF easier and the Canon 760D will give more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos far more aggressively. The older 5D MIII is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.