Canon 5DS R vs Canon 6D
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Canon 5DS R vs Canon 6D Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 51MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Expand to 12800)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF Mount
- 930g - 152 x 116 x 76mm
- Introduced February 2015
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600 (Boost to 102400)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF Mount
- 770g - 145 x 111 x 71mm
- Introduced February 2013
- Later Model is Canon 6D MII

Canon 5DS R vs Canon 6D Overview
Its time to look a bit more in depth at the Canon 5DS R versus Canon 6D, both Advanced DSLR cameras and both of them are produced by Canon. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the 5DS R (51MP) and 6D (20MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizing (Full frame).

The 5DS R was revealed 2 years later than the 6D and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).
Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick view of how the 5DS R scores against the 6D in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Canon 5DS R vs Canon 6D Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS 5DS R and Canon EOS 6D. The full galleries are viewable at Canon 5DS R Gallery and Canon 6D Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 5DS R over the Canon 6D
5DS R | 6D | |||
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Introduced | February 2015 | ![]() | February 2013 | More recent by 25 months |
Screen dimensions | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Canon 6D over the Canon 5DS R
6D | 5DS R |
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Common features in the Canon 5DS R and Canon 6D
5DS R | 6D | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 1040k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Neither provides Touch friendly screen |
Canon 5DS R vs Canon 6D Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon 5DS R provides exterior measurements of 152mm x 116mm x 76mm (6.0" x 4.6" x 3.0") and a weight of 930 grams (2.05 lbs) whilst the Canon 6D has measurements of 145mm x 111mm x 71mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 2.8") having a weight of 770 grams (1.70 lbs).
Check out the Canon 5DS R versus Canon 6D in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the 5DS R compared to the 6D.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 5DS R and 6D is 55 and 59 respectively.

Canon 5DS R vs Canon 6D Sensor Comparison
Normally, it's hard to visualize the difference in sensor measurements only by going through specs. The photograph below will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the 5DS R and 6D.
All in all, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should expect the Canon 5DS R to provide more detail because of its extra 31 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs more aggressively. The more recent 5DS R should have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.

Canon 5DS R vs Canon 6D Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon 5DS R vs Canon 6D Specifications
Canon EOS 5DS R | Canon EOS 6D | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Canon |
Model type | Canon EOS 5DS R | Canon EOS 6D |
Type | Advanced DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Introduced | 2015-02-06 | 2013-02-12 |
Body design | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Dual DIGIC 6 | Digic 5+ |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
Sensor dimensions | 36 x 24mm | 36 x 24mm |
Sensor surface area | 864.0mm² | 864.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 51 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 8688 x 5792 | 5472 x 3648 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
Highest boosted ISO | 12800 | 102400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | - | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 61 | 11 |
Cross type focus points | 41 | 1 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Canon EF | Canon EF |
Available lenses | 250 | 250 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3.2 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 1,040k dot | 1,040k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen technology | - | Clear View II TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 97 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.71x | 0.71x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 5.0fps | 4.5fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash options | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/200 seconds | 1/180 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) | 1920 x 1080 (29.97, 25, 23.976 fps), 1280 x 720 (59.94, 50 fps), 640 x 480 (25, 30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 930g (2.05 lbs) | 770g (1.70 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 152 x 116 x 76mm (6.0" x 4.6" x 3.0") | 145 x 111 x 71mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 86 | 82 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 24.6 | 23.8 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 12.4 | 12.1 |
DXO Low light rating | 2308 | 2340 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 700 photos | 1090 photos |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LP-E6 | LP-E6 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I compatible), CompactFlash | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Two | One |
Price at launch | $3,699 | $1,699 |