Canon 5DS R vs Canon 7D

Below is a in-depth assessment of the Canon 5DS R vs Canon 7D, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras and both are produced by Canon. There exists a noticeable gap between the resolutions of the 5DS R (51MP) and 7D (18MP) and the 5DS R (Full frame) and 7D (APS-C) possess totally different sensor dimensions.

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The 5DS R was introduced 5 years later than the 7D and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a short summation of how the 5DS R matches up vs the 7D with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS 5DS R & Canon EOS 7D. The whole galleries are provided at Canon 5DS R Gallery & Canon 7D Gallery.

In case you're looking to lug around your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Canon 5DS R features exterior dimensions 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 7D has dimensions of 148mm x 111mm x 74mm (5.8" x 4.4" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 860 grams (1.90 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the 5DS R versus the 7D.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 5DS R and 7D is 55 and 56 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to see the gap between sensor measurements simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph here should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the 5DS R and 7D.

Clearly, both of those cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The 5DS R having a bigger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field simpler and the Canon 5DS R will deliver greater detail using its extra 33MP. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The younger 5DS R is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.