Canon 5DS R vs Leica Digilux 3

On this page, we are matching up the Canon 5DS R vs Leica Digilux 3, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by competitors Canon and Leica. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the 5DS R (51MP) and Digilux 3 (7MP) and the 5DS R (Full frame) and Digilux 3 (Four Thirds) have different sensor dimensions.

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The 5DS R was introduced 8 years after the Digilux 3 which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before going straight to a in depth comparison, here is a simple overview of how the 5DS R grades vs the Digilux 3 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS 5DS R and Leica Digilux 3. The whole galleries are provided at Canon 5DS R Gallery and Leica Digilux 3 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and size. The Canon 5DS R comes with exterior dimensions of 152mm x 116mm x 76mm (6.0" x 4.6" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 930 grams (2.05 lbs) while the Leica Digilux 3 has specifications of 146mm x 87mm x 77mm (5.7" x 3.4" x 3.0") along with a weight of 606 grams (1.34 lbs).

Look at the Canon 5DS R vs Leica Digilux 3 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at that moment. Following is a front view size comparison of the 5DS R against the Digilux 3.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 5DS R and Digilux 3 is 55 and 65 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes simply by checking a spec sheet. The picture here will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the 5DS R and Digilux 3.

Clearly, both the cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The 5DS R using its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Canon 5DS R will give you extra detail using its extra 44 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos more aggressively. The more recent 5DS R should have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.