Canon 5DS vs Nikon L610

Here, we are evaluating the Canon 5DS versus Nikon L610, one is a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Canon and Nikon. There exists a crucial gap among the image resolutions of the 5DS (51MP) and L610 (16MP) and the 5DS (Full frame) and L610 (1/2.3") posses different sensor size.

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The 5DS was launched 2 years after the L610 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Canon 5DS being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Nikon L610 being a Compact camera.

Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief summation of how the 5DS scores versus the L610 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS 5DS and Nikon Coolpix L610. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon 5DS Gallery and Nikon L610 Gallery.

When you are going to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and volume. The Canon 5DS has got outer dimensions of 152mm x 116mm x 76mm (6.0" x 4.6" x 3.0") with a weight of 930 grams (2.05 lbs) while the Nikon L610 has sizing of 108mm x 69mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.7" x 1.3") along with a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs).

Compare the Canon 5DS versus Nikon L610 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose during that time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the 5DS vs the L610.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 5DS and L610 is 55 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be tough to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions just by checking out technical specs. The image underneath should offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 5DS and L610.

As you have seen, both of these cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The 5DS featuring a larger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF simpler and the Canon 5DS will show extra detail utilizing its extra 35MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more recent 5DS should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.