Canon 5DS vs Pentax K-5 II

Its time to look more closely at the Canon 5DS vs Pentax K-5 II, both Advanced DSLR digital cameras by manufacturers Canon and Pentax. There exists a huge gap between the sensor resolutions of the 5DS (51MP) and K-5 II (16MP) and the 5DS (Full frame) and K-5 II (APS-C) have totally different sensor sizing.

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The 5DS was brought out 21 months later than the K-5 II making them a generation apart from one another. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Mid-size SLR).

Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the 5DS grades vs the K-5 II for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS 5DS and Pentax K-5 II. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon 5DS Gallery and Pentax K-5 II Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera often, you'll have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon 5DS has outside measurements of 152mm x 116mm x 76mm (6.0" x 4.6" x 3.0") along with a weight of 930 grams (2.05 lbs) and the Pentax K-5 II has measurements of 131mm x 97mm x 73mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 2.9") along with a weight of 760 grams (1.68 lbs).

Take a look at the Canon 5DS vs Pentax K-5 II in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the 5DS compared to the K-5 II.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 5DS and K-5 II is 55 and 60 respectively.

Quite often, it can be tough to see the difference between sensor sizing just by looking at specifications. The graphic underneath will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the 5DS and K-5 II.

To sum up, each of these cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The 5DS featuring a larger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF simpler and the Canon 5DS will resolve more detail having its extra 35 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The younger 5DS will have an advantage in sensor tech.