Canon 5DS vs Canon T7i
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Canon 5DS vs Canon T7i Key Specs
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- 51MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Bump to 12800)
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF Mount
- 930g - 152 x 116 x 76mm
- Announced February 2015
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Canon 5DS vs Canon T7i Overview
Here, we will be analyzing the Canon 5DS versus Canon T7i, former being a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR and they are both created by Canon. There exists a noticeable gap among the image resolutions of the 5DS (51MP) and T7i (24MP) and the 5DS (Full frame) and T7i (APS-C) have different sensor measurements.

The 5DS was revealed 24 months before the T7i which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).
Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short view of how the 5DS scores versus the T7i when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon 5DS vs Canon T7i Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS 5DS & Canon EOS Rebel T7i. The full galleries are provided at Canon 5DS Gallery & Canon T7i Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 5DS over the Canon T7i
5DS | T7i | |||
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Screen size | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Canon T7i over the Canon 5DS
T7i | 5DS | |||
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Revealed | February 2017 | ![]() | February 2015 | Fresher by 24 months |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fixed | Fully Articulating screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Canon 5DS and Canon T7i
5DS | T7i | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 1040k | Equal screen resolution |
Canon 5DS vs Canon T7i Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to carry your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Canon 5DS has external 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) whilst the Canon T7i has dimensions of 131mm x 100mm x 76mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") along with a weight of 532 grams (1.17 lbs).
Check out the Canon 5DS versus Canon T7i in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the 5DS against the T7i.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 5DS and T7i is 55 and 67 respectively.

Canon 5DS vs Canon T7i Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizing just by going through specifications. The photograph underneath might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the 5DS and T7i.
To sum up, each of these cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The 5DS using its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF less difficult and the Canon 5DS will provide more detail because of its extra 27MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots way more aggressively. The older 5DS will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

Canon 5DS vs Canon T7i Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon 5DS vs Canon T7i Specifications
Canon EOS 5DS | Canon EOS Rebel T7i | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Canon |
Model | Canon EOS 5DS | Canon EOS Rebel T7i |
Otherwise known as | - | EOS 800D / Kiss X9i |
Category | Advanced DSLR | Entry-Level DSLR |
Announced | 2015-02-06 | 2017-02-15 |
Physical type | Mid-size SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Dual DIGIC 6 | DIGIC 7 |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 36 x 24mm | 22.3 x 14.9mm |
Sensor area | 864.0mm² | 332.3mm² |
Sensor resolution | 51 megapixel | 24 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 8688 x 5792 | 6000 x 4000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
Max boosted ISO | 12800 | 51200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 61 | 45 |
Cross focus points | 41 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Canon EF | Canon EF/EF-S |
Available lenses | 250 | 326 |
Crop factor | 1 | 1.6 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fully Articulated |
Screen diagonal | 3.2 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 1,040k dots | 1,040k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.71x | 0.51x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 5.0 frames per sec | 6.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 12.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash settings | no built-in flash | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/200 seconds | 1/200 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) | 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 60 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 930 grams (2.05 lbs) | 532 grams (1.17 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 152 x 116 x 76mm (6.0" x 4.6" x 3.0") | 131 x 100 x 76mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 3.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 87 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 24.7 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 12.4 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 2381 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 700 shots | 600 shots |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LP-E6 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I compatible), CompactFlash | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I compatible) |
Card slots | 2 | 1 |
Price at launch | $3,699 | $749 |