Canon 5DS R vs Samsung GX-20

Let's look a little more in depth at the Canon 5DS R vs Samsung GX-20, both Advanced DSLR cameras by competitors Canon and Samsung. There is a sizeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the 5DS R (51MP) and GX-20 (15MP) and the 5DS R (Full frame) and GX-20 (APS-C) possess different sensor sizing.

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The 5DS R was launched 7 years after the GX-20 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before getting in to a full comparison, below is a brief view of how the 5DS R grades versus the GX-20 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS 5DS R and Samsung GX-20. The complete galleries are available at Canon 5DS R Gallery and Samsung GX-20 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and size. The Canon 5DS R has got exterior 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 Samsung GX-20 has specifications of 142mm x 101mm x 72mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).

Look at the Canon 5DS R vs Samsung GX-20 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the 5DS R versus the GX-20.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the 5DS R and GX-20 is 55 and 58 respectively.

In many cases, it is very hard to picture the gap in sensor sizes only by seeing a spec sheet. The picture below might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the 5DS R and GX-20.

As you can see, each of these cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The 5DS R due to its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF simpler and the Canon 5DS R will produce extra detail utilizing its extra 36 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more modern 5DS R should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.