Canon 5DS vs Nikon D610

Here is a complete assessment of the Canon 5DS vs Nikon D610, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by companies Canon and Nikon. There exists a huge gap between the image resolutions of the 5DS (51MP) and D610 (24MP) but they feature the exact same sensor sizing (Full frame).

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The 5DS was announced 17 months later than the D610 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before we go straight into a full comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the 5DS scores versus the D610 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS 5DS and Nikon D610. The whole galleries are provided at Canon 5DS Gallery and Nikon D610 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Canon 5DS enjoys external measurements of 152mm x 116mm x 76mm (6.0" x 4.6" x 3.0") and a weight of 930 grams (2.05 lbs) whilst the Nikon D610 has measurements of 141mm x 113mm x 82mm (5.6" x 4.4" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 850 grams (1.87 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the 5DS and the D610.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 5DS and D610 is 55 and 56 respectively.

Normally, its tough to picture the difference between sensor sizing merely by going over specifications. The photograph below should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the 5DS and D610.

Plainly, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You should expect the Canon 5DS to offer extra detail with its extra 27 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The fresher 5DS should have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.