Canon 5DS R vs Olympus E-5

Here is a in-depth assessment of the Canon 5DS R and Olympus E-5, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by competitors Canon and Olympus. There exists a significant gap between the resolutions of the 5DS R (51MP) and E-5 (12MP) and the 5DS R (Full frame) and E-5 (Four Thirds) posses totally different sensor size.

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The 5DS R was announced 4 years later than the E-5 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before delving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a short introduction of how the 5DS R scores against the E-5 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS 5DS R and Olympus E-5. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon 5DS R Gallery and Olympus E-5 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera, you will want to factor its weight and size. The Canon 5DS R comes with physical measurements of 152mm x 116mm x 76mm (6.0" x 4.6" x 3.0") and a weight of 930 grams (2.05 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-5 has specifications of 143mm x 117mm x 75mm (5.6" x 4.6" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).

Check the Canon 5DS R and Olympus E-5 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the 5DS R versus the E-5.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 5DS R and E-5 is 55 and 58 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing only by checking technical specs. The photograph below might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the 5DS R and E-5.

As you have seen, the two cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The 5DS R having a bigger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Canon 5DS R will give more detail with its extra 39 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more recent 5DS R is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.