Canon 5DS R vs Sony W830

On this page, we will be comparing the Canon 5DS R versus Sony W830, former being a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Canon and Sony. There exists a sizable gap between the resolutions of the 5DS R (51MP) and W830 (20MP) and the 5DS R (Full frame) and W830 (1/2.3") boast different sensor sizes.

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The 5DS R was released 14 months later than the W830 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Canon 5DS R being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Sony W830 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting into a in-depth comparison, here is a short introduction of how the 5DS R matches up versus the W830 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS 5DS R & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W830. The complete galleries are provided at Canon 5DS R Gallery & Sony W830 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon 5DS R has outside dimensions of 152mm x 116mm x 76mm (6.0" x 4.6" x 3.0") with a weight of 930 grams (2.05 lbs) whilst the Sony W830 has measurements of 93mm x 52mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 122 grams (0.27 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon 5DS R versus Sony W830 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose at that time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the 5DS R vs the W830.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 5DS R and W830 is 55 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to picture the contrast between sensor sizing purely by looking at specifications. The photograph below will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the 5DS R and W830.

Plainly, each of the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The 5DS R due to its bigger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Canon 5DS R will give extra detail as a result of its extra 31MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The younger 5DS R provides an edge in sensor technology.