Canon 5DS vs Pentax 645D

In this article, we will be evaluating the Canon 5DS vs Pentax 645D, former is a Advanced DSLR while the latter is a Pro DSLR by rivals Canon and Pentax. There exists a sizable gap among the resolutions of the 5DS (51MP) and 645D (40MP) and the 5DS (Full frame) and 645D (Medium format) come with totally different sensor measurements.

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The 5DS was introduced 4 years after the 645D which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Canon 5DS being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Pentax 645D being a Large SLR camera.

Before delving through a in depth comparison, below is a brief view of how the 5DS matches up vs the 645D when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS 5DS & Pentax 645D. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon 5DS Gallery & Pentax 645D Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry around your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon 5DS enjoys physical measurements of 152mm x 116mm x 76mm (6.0" x 4.6" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 930 grams (2.05 lbs) and the Pentax 645D has dimensions of 156mm x 117mm x 119mm (6.1" x 4.6" x 4.7") accompanied by a weight of 1480 grams (3.26 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the 5DS versus the 645D.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 5DS and 645D is 55 and 50 respectively.

Normally, it is very tough to visualise the gap in sensor sizes only by researching specifications. The picture below will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the 5DS and 645D.

To sum up, each of the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The 5DS with its smaller sensor will make achieving bokeh more challenging and the Canon 5DS will render greater detail using its extra 11MP. Higher resolution will help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more recent 5DS will have an edge in sensor tech.