Canon 5DS R vs Samsung GX-10

Here, we are looking at the Canon 5DS R and Samsung GX-10, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by brands Canon and Samsung. There is a sizable difference between the sensor resolutions of the 5DS R (51MP) and GX-10 (10MP) and the 5DS R (Full frame) and GX-10 (APS-C) provide totally different sensor measurements.

Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD Cards

The 5DS R was announced 8 years after the GX-10 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before going into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple view of how the 5DS R grades vs the GX-10 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS 5DS R & Samsung GX-10. The whole galleries are available at Canon 5DS R Gallery & Samsung GX-10 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and measurements. The Canon 5DS R has got outer 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) and the Samsung GX-10 has proportions of 142mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") with a weight of 793 grams (1.75 lbs).

Look at the Canon 5DS R and Samsung GX-10 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have during that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the 5DS R and the GX-10.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the 5DS R and GX-10 is 55 and 59 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes just by reading through specifications. The image underneath should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the 5DS R and GX-10.

Plainly, the 2 cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The 5DS R using its larger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field simpler and the Canon 5DS R will resolve extra detail with its extra 41 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos way more aggressively. The younger 5DS R will have an advantage in sensor innovation.