Canon 5DS vs Nikon D300

Here is a extended review of the Canon 5DS versus Nikon D300, both Advanced DSLR cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. There exists a big gap among the sensor resolutions of the 5DS (51MP) and D300 (12MP) and the 5DS (Full frame) and D300 (APS-C) use totally different sensor size.

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The 5DS was brought out 7 years later than the D300 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before getting through a complete comparison, below is a short highlight of how the 5DS grades against the D300 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS 5DS and Nikon D300. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon 5DS Gallery and Nikon D300 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera, you'll need to take into account its weight and size. The Canon 5DS provides outside dimensions of 152mm x 116mm x 76mm (6.0" x 4.6" x 3.0") having a weight of 930 grams (2.05 lbs) and the Nikon D300 has specifications of 147mm x 114mm x 74mm (5.8" x 4.5" x 2.9") along with a weight of 925 grams (2.04 lbs).

Contrast the Canon 5DS versus Nikon D300 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the 5DS against the D300.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 5DS and D300 is 55 and 55 respectively.

More often than not, it's difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizing purely by going through technical specs. The photograph below will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the 5DS and D300.

As you can tell, both the cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The 5DS because of its larger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Canon 5DS will show greater detail having its extra 39MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The fresher 5DS will have a benefit in sensor technology.