Canon 5DS vs Nikon D810

Its time to look closer at the Canon 5DS versus Nikon D810, both Advanced DSLR cameras by brands Canon and Nikon. There exists a huge gap among the image resolutions of the 5DS (51MP) and D810 (36MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (Full frame).

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The 5DS was released 8 months after the D810 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple summation of how the 5DS scores vs the D810 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS 5DS and Nikon D810. The complete galleries are provided at Canon 5DS Gallery and Nikon D810 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and measurements. The Canon 5DS provides outside measurements of 152mm x 116mm x 76mm (6.0" x 4.6" x 3.0") having a weight of 930 grams (2.05 lbs) whilst the Nikon D810 has proportions of 146mm x 123mm x 82mm (5.7" x 4.8" x 3.2") and a weight of 980 grams (2.16 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the 5DS versus the D810.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 5DS and D810 is 55 and 54 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizes purely by viewing specifications. The picture here will help give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the 5DS and D810.

To sum up, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Canon 5DS to provide you with greater detail as a result of its extra 15MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more recent 5DS will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.