Canon 5D MIV vs Nikon D300S

In this write-up, we are matching up the Canon 5D MIV versus Nikon D300S, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by competitors Canon and Nikon. There exists a considerable gap between the sensor resolutions of the 5D MIV (30MP) and D300S (12MP) and the 5D MIV (Full frame) and D300S (APS-C) use different sensor sizes.

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The 5D MIV was released 6 years later than the D300S and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before delving through a complete comparison, below is a short view of how the 5D MIV grades vs the D300S for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS 5D Mark IV & Nikon D300S. The complete galleries are provided at Canon 5D MIV Gallery & Nikon D300S Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon 5D MIV offers outer dimensions of 151mm x 116mm x 76mm (5.9" x 4.6" x 3.0") and a weight of 890 grams (1.96 lbs) and the Nikon D300S has measurements of 147mm x 114mm x 74mm (5.8" x 4.5" x 2.9") and a weight of 938 grams (2.07 lbs).

Compare the Canon 5D MIV versus Nikon D300S in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the 5D MIV and the D300S.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 5D MIV and D300S is 55 and 55 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizing only by looking at technical specs. The visual below should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the 5D MIV and D300S.

As you have seen, each of these cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The 5D MIV featuring a larger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF less difficult and the Canon 5D MIV will give extra detail as a result of its extra 18 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics far more aggressively. The more modern 5D MIV provides an advantage in sensor technology.