Canon 5DS vs Nikon D70s

The following is a comprehensive review of the Canon 5DS versus Nikon D70s, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. There is a considerable difference between the resolutions of the 5DS (51MP) and D70s (6MP) and the 5DS (Full frame) and D70s (APS-C) offer different sensor measurements.

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The 5DS was announced 9 years after the D70s which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before going straight to a thorough comparison, here is a quick summation of how the 5DS scores versus the D70s in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS 5DS & Nikon D70s. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon 5DS Gallery & Nikon D70s Gallery.

For those who are planning to travel with your camera often, you should consider its weight and size. The Canon 5DS comes with external measurements of 152mm x 116mm x 76mm (6.0" x 4.6" x 3.0") having a weight of 930 grams (2.05 lbs) while the Nikon D70s has specifications of 140mm x 111mm x 78mm (5.5" x 4.4" x 3.1") with a weight of 679 grams (1.50 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon 5DS versus Nikon D70s in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the 5DS compared to the D70s.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the 5DS and D70s is 55 and 61 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions merely by checking technical specs. The picture here may offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the 5DS and D70s.

As you can tell, each of these cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The 5DS using its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Canon 5DS will give greater detail with its extra 45 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures way more aggressively. The more modern 5DS provides an advantage in sensor tech.