Canon 5DS R vs Pentax K-1 II

In this write-up, we will be looking at the Canon 5DS R versus Pentax K-1 II, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by companies Canon and Pentax. There exists a sizeable gap between the resolutions of the 5DS R (51MP) and K-1 II (36MP) but they use the same exact sensor sizing (Full frame).

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The 5DS R was announced 4 years prior to the K-1 II which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before diving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a short highlight of how the 5DS R matches up against the K-1 II for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS 5DS R and Pentax K-1 Mark II. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon 5DS R Gallery and Pentax K-1 II Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon 5DS R enjoys external 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) whilst the Pentax K-1 II has dimensions of 137mm x 110mm x 86mm (5.4" x 4.3" x 3.4") along with a weight of 1010 grams (2.23 lbs).

Examine the Canon 5DS R versus Pentax K-1 II in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using at the time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the 5DS R against the K-1 II.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 5DS R and K-1 II is 55 and 55 respectively.

Quite often, its tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizes just by going over specs. The pic below should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the 5DS R and K-1 II.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should expect the Canon 5DS R to deliver extra detail with its extra 15 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged 5DS R is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.