Canon 5DS vs Nikon Z7
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Canon 5DS vs Nikon Z7 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 51MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400 (Bump to 12800)
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF Mount
- 930g - 152 x 116 x 76mm
- Introduced February 2015
(Full Review)
- 46MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 64 - 25600 (Push to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 675g - 134 x 101 x 68mm
- Introduced August 2018
- Refreshed by Nikon Z7 II
Photography Glossary Canon 5DS vs Nikon Z7 Overview
Below, we are comparing the Canon 5DS and Nikon Z7, one is a Advanced DSLR and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by competitors Canon and Nikon. The image resolution of the 5DS (51MP) and the Z7 (46MP) is fairly close and they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (Full frame).
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe 5DS was brought out 4 years prior to the Z7 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Canon 5DS being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Nikon Z7 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before going through a thorough comparison, below is a concise view of how the 5DS scores versus the Z7 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS 5DS and Nikon Z7. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon 5DS Gallery and Nikon Z7 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 5DS over the Nikon Z7
| 5DS | Z7 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Nikon Z7 over the Canon 5DS
| Z7 | 5DS | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | August 2018 |  | February 2015 | More modern by 43 months |
| Display type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting display |
| Display resolution | 2100k |  | 1040k | Clearer display (+1060k dot) |
| Touch display |  | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Canon 5DS and Nikon Z7
| 5DS | Z7 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Dial precise focusing | ||
| Display dimension | 3.2" |  | 3.2" | Identical display measurements |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither includes selfie screen |
Canon 5DS vs Nikon Z7 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The Canon 5DS features exterior dimensions of 152mm x 116mm x 76mm (6.0" x 4.6" x 3.0") and a weight of 930 grams (2.05 lbs) while the Nikon Z7 has specifications of 134mm x 101mm x 68mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.7") along with a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs).
Check out the Canon 5DS and Nikon Z7 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the 5DS compared to the Z7.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the 5DS and Z7 is 55 and 62 respectively.
Canon 5DS vs Nikon Z7 Sensor Comparison
Often, it's tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizes only by looking through specifications. The picture below may provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 5DS and Z7.
To sum up, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should anticipate the Canon 5DS to result in extra detail having its extra 5MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images much more aggressively. The more aged 5DS will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.
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Canon 5DS vs Nikon Z7 Specifications
| Canon EOS 5DS | Nikon Z7 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Canon | Nikon |
| Model | Canon EOS 5DS | Nikon Z7 |
| Category | Advanced DSLR | Pro Mirrorless |
| Introduced | 2015-02-06 | 2018-08-23 |
| Physical type | Mid-size SLR | SLR-style mirrorless |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | Dual DIGIC 6 | Expeed 6 |
| Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
| Sensor size | Full frame | Full frame |
| Sensor measurements | 36 x 24mm | 35.9 x 23.9mm |
| Sensor surface area | 864.0mm² | 858.0mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 51 megapixel | 46 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Highest resolution | 8688 x 5792 | 8256 x 5504 |
| Highest native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
| Highest boosted ISO | 12800 | 102400 |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 64 |
| RAW images | ||
| Minimum boosted ISO | - | 32 |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| Continuous AF | ||
| Single AF | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| AF multi area | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detection focusing | ||
| Contract detection focusing | ||
| Phase detection focusing | ||
| Number of focus points | 61 | 493 |
| Cross focus points | 41 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | Canon EF | Nikon Z |
| Available lenses | 250 | 15 |
| Crop factor | 1 | 1 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Tilting |
| Screen diagonal | 3.2 inches | 3.2 inches |
| Screen resolution | 1,040k dots | 2,100k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Electronic |
| Viewfinder resolution | - | 3,690k dots |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.71x | 0.8x |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
| Continuous shooting rate | 5.0 frames per second | 9.0 frames per second |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
| Set WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
| Flash modes | no built-in flash | Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, slow rear-curtain sync, off |
| External flash | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Maximum flash synchronize | 1/200 seconds | 1/200 seconds |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
| Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
| Video data format | H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
| Microphone port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Built-In |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) | Yes |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 930 gr (2.05 pounds) | 675 gr (1.49 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 152 x 116 x 76mm (6.0" x 4.6" x 3.0") | 134 x 101 x 68mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.7") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around score | 87 | 99 |
| DXO Color Depth score | 24.7 | 26.3 |
| DXO Dynamic range score | 12.4 | 14.6 |
| DXO Low light score | 2381 | 2668 |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 700 photos | 330 photos |
| Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | LP-E6 | - |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs) | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I compatible), CompactFlash | XQD card |
| Card slots | 2 | 1 |
| Launch pricing | $3,699 | $2,797 |