Canon 5DS R vs Nikon W300

Below, we are reviewing the Canon 5DS R and Nikon W300, former being a Advanced DSLR while the other is a Waterproof by brands Canon and Nikon. There exists a considerable gap among the resolutions of the 5DS R (51MP) and W300 (16MP) and the 5DS R (Full frame) and W300 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor size.

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The 5DS R was introduced 3 years earlier than the W300 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Canon 5DS R being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Nikon W300 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the 5DS R scores versus the W300 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS 5DS R & Nikon Coolpix W300. The whole galleries are available at Canon 5DS R Gallery & Nikon W300 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon 5DS R has outside measurements 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 Nikon W300 has measurements of 112mm x 66mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.1") and a weight of 231 grams (0.51 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon 5DS R and Nikon W300 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have at the time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the 5DS R against the W300.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 5DS R and W300 is 55 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, it is hard to see the contrast in sensor sizing purely by researching technical specs. The photograph underneath will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the 5DS R and W300.

As you can tell, both of the cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The 5DS R with its larger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field simpler and the Canon 5DS R will render extra detail using its extra 35MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images much more aggressively. The older 5DS R will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.