Canon 5DS vs Pentax K-1

Below is a in depth comparison of the Canon 5DS vs Pentax K-1, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by companies Canon and Pentax. There is a sizable difference between the resolutions of the 5DS (51MP) and K-1 (36MP) but they come with the exact same sensor sizes (Full frame).

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The 5DS was revealed 12 months before the K-1 and they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before we go through a in depth comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the 5DS scores against the K-1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS 5DS & Pentax K-1. The full galleries are available at Canon 5DS Gallery & Pentax K-1 Gallery.

In case you're looking to lug around your camera, you will need to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon 5DS offers exterior measurements of 152mm x 116mm x 76mm (6.0" x 4.6" x 3.0") having a weight of 930 grams (2.05 lbs) and the Pentax K-1 has proportions of 137mm x 110mm x 86mm (5.4" x 4.3" x 3.4") and a weight of 1010 grams (2.23 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the 5DS versus the K-1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the 5DS and K-1 is 55 and 55 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to see the difference between sensor measurements purely by checking a spec sheet. The visual below should give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the 5DS and K-1.

As you can see, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You can expect the Canon 5DS to resolve greater detail because of its extra 15MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The older 5DS is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.