Canon 5DS R vs Nikon D700

Lets take a closer look at the Canon 5DS R vs Nikon D700, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. There exists a noticeable gap between the resolutions of the 5DS R (51MP) and D700 (12MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (Full frame).

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The 5DS R was brought out 6 years later than the D700 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a concise summation of how the 5DS R matches up versus the D700 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS 5DS R & Nikon D700. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon 5DS R Gallery & Nikon D700 Gallery.

In case you're looking to lug around your camera often, you need to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon 5DS R provides exterior 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) and the Nikon D700 has sizing of 147mm x 123mm x 77mm (5.8" x 4.8" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 1074 grams (2.37 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are working with at that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the 5DS R and the D700.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 5DS R and D700 is 55 and 54 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to envision the difference between sensor measurements purely by going over technical specs. The photograph underneath should give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the 5DS R and D700.

As you have seen, both the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Canon 5DS R to offer you more detail having its extra 39 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures way more aggressively. The fresher 5DS R is going to have an edge in sensor tech.