Canon 5DS R vs Nikon D800E

Here, we are evaluating the Canon 5DS R versus Nikon D800E, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by companies Canon and Nikon. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the 5DS R (51MP) and D800E (36MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (Full frame).

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The 5DS R was introduced 2 years after the D800E which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before getting straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a short summary of how the 5DS R scores versus the D800E when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS 5DS R and Nikon D800E. The whole galleries are provided at Canon 5DS R Gallery and Nikon D800E Gallery.

If you are going to carry around your camera often, you have to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon 5DS R comes with exterior dimensions of 152mm x 116mm x 76mm (6.0" x 4.6" x 3.0") having a weight of 930 grams (2.05 lbs) while the Nikon D800E has proportions of 146mm x 123mm x 82mm (5.7" x 4.8" x 3.2") along with a weight of 900 grams (1.98 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the 5DS R vs the D800E.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the 5DS R and D800E is 55 and 54 respectively.

In many cases, it is very tough to envision the gap between sensor sizes just by reviewing specs. The pic underneath will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the 5DS R and D800E.

All in all, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Canon 5DS R to offer greater detail using its extra 15MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more modern 5DS R is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.