Canon 5DS R vs Nikon D70s

Lets look closer at the Canon 5DS R vs Nikon D70s, both Advanced DSLR cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the 5DS R (51MP) and D70s (6MP) and the 5DS R (Full frame) and D70s (APS-C) have different sensor sizing.

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The 5DS R was introduced 9 years after the D70s which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before diving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple summary of how the 5DS R scores versus the D70s with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS 5DS R and Nikon D70s. The whole galleries are provided at Canon 5DS R Gallery and Nikon D70s Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and volume. The Canon 5DS R comes with outside measurements of 152mm x 116mm x 76mm (6.0" x 4.6" x 3.0") with a weight of 930 grams (2.05 lbs) and the Nikon D70s has sizing of 140mm x 111mm x 78mm (5.5" x 4.4" x 3.1") along with a weight of 679 grams (1.50 lbs).

Analyze the Canon 5DS R vs Nikon D70s in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the 5DS R compared to the D70s.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the 5DS R and D70s is 55 and 61 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes just by going through a spec sheet. The pic here may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the 5DS R and D70s.

As you can see, each of these cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The 5DS R using its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Canon 5DS R will show extra detail using its extra 45 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The fresher 5DS R should have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.