Canon 5DS vs Nikon D80

Let's examine more closely at the Canon 5DS versus Nikon D80, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by rivals Canon and Nikon. There exists a considerable gap between the image resolutions of the 5DS (51MP) and D80 (10MP) and the 5DS (Full frame) and D80 (APS-C) come with totally different sensor sizes.

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The 5DS was announced 8 years later than the D80 and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before delving through a in-depth comparison, below is a short overview of how the 5DS grades vs the D80 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS 5DS & Nikon D80. The whole galleries are available at Canon 5DS Gallery & Nikon D80 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. The Canon 5DS offers outer measurements of 152mm x 116mm x 76mm (6.0" x 4.6" x 3.0") and a weight of 930 grams (2.05 lbs) and the Nikon D80 has specifications of 132mm x 103mm x 77mm (5.2" x 4.1" x 3.0") having a weight of 668 grams (1.47 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the 5DS vs the D80.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 5DS and D80 is 55 and 62 respectively.

More often than not, it's difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizing simply by looking at technical specs. The visual below might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the 5DS and D80.

As you have seen, both of the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The 5DS using its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Canon 5DS will give more detail with its extra 41MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The younger 5DS is going to have an advantage in sensor innovation.