Canon 5D vs Canon 5DS

Following is a in depth overview of the Canon 5D vs Canon 5DS, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras and both of them are created by Canon. There exists a huge gap between the image resolutions of the 5D (13MP) and 5DS (51MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (Full frame).

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The 5D was introduced 10 years before the 5DS which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before delving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the 5D grades against the 5DS when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS 5D and Canon EOS 5DS. The whole galleries are available at Canon 5D Gallery and Canon 5DS Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera, you need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon 5D features physical dimensions of 152mm x 113mm x 75mm (6.0" x 4.4" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 895 grams (1.97 lbs) while the Canon 5DS has dimensions of 152mm x 116mm x 76mm (6.0" x 4.6" x 3.0") along with a weight of 930 grams (2.05 lbs).

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

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the 5D versus the 5DS.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 5D and 5DS is 55 and 55 respectively.

More often than not, its hard to see the difference between sensor sizes just by reviewing a spec sheet. The image here will provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the 5D and 5DS.

As you can see, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Canon 5DS to offer you greater detail using its extra 38 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more aged 5D is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.