Canon 5DS vs Canon SX240 HS

Below, we will be matching up the Canon 5DS versus Canon SX240 HS, former is a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are designed by Canon. There is a sizable difference between the image resolutions of the 5DS (51MP) and SX240 HS (12MP) and the 5DS (Full frame) and SX240 HS (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor sizing.

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The 5DS was launched 3 years after the SX240 HS which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Canon 5DS being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Canon SX240 HS being a Compact camera.

Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick overview of how the 5DS matches up versus the SX240 HS in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS 5DS & Canon PowerShot SX240 HS. The complete galleries are available at Canon 5DS Gallery & Canon SX240 HS Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera, you will need to consider its weight and proportions. The Canon 5DS features 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 Canon SX240 HS has measurements of 106mm x 61mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 224 grams (0.49 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use at that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the 5DS vs the SX240 HS.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the 5DS and SX240 HS is 55 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reading specifications. The picture underneath will give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the 5DS and SX240 HS.

To sum up, both the cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The 5DS because of its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF less difficult and the Canon 5DS will offer you greater detail utilizing its extra 39 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots much more aggressively. The more modern 5DS provides a benefit in sensor technology.