Canon 5DS R vs Pentax K-5

Lets look more in depth at the Canon 5DS R versus Pentax K-5, both Advanced DSLR cameras by competitors Canon and Pentax. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the 5DS R (51MP) and K-5 (16MP) and the 5DS R (Full frame) and K-5 (APS-C) boast totally different sensor sizing.

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The 5DS R was revealed 4 years later than the K-5 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before getting into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the 5DS R grades vs the K-5 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS 5DS R and Pentax K-5. The full galleries are viewable at Canon 5DS R Gallery and Pentax K-5 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera often, you should consider its weight and volume. The Canon 5DS R offers outside measurements of 152mm x 116mm x 76mm (6.0" x 4.6" x 3.0") along with a weight of 930 grams (2.05 lbs) while the Pentax K-5 has sizing of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") having a weight of 740 grams (1.63 lbs).

Compare the Canon 5DS R versus Pentax K-5 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the 5DS R against the K-5.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the 5DS R and K-5 is 55 and 60 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizing only by going through specs. The photograph underneath will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the 5DS R and K-5.

All in all, both of these cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The 5DS R with its bigger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF less difficult and the Canon 5DS R will show greater detail because of its extra 35 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more modern 5DS R will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.