Canon 5DS vs Sony A850

Below, we will be matching up the Canon 5DS versus Sony A850, both Advanced DSLR cameras by companies Canon and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the resolutions of the 5DS (51MP) and A850 (25MP) but they possess the exact same sensor measurements (Full frame).

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The 5DS was revealed 4 years later than the A850 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before we go straight into a thorough comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the 5DS matches up vs the A850 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Canon EOS 5DS and Sony Alpha DSLR-A850. The full galleries are provided at Canon 5DS Gallery and Sony A850 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera often, you should consider its weight and proportions. The Canon 5DS provides outside dimensions of 152mm x 116mm x 76mm (6.0" x 4.6" x 3.0") and a weight of 930 grams (2.05 lbs) whilst the Sony A850 has measurements of 156mm x 117mm x 82mm (6.1" x 4.6" x 3.2") with a weight of 895 grams (1.97 lbs).

Check the Canon 5DS versus Sony A850 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the 5DS against the A850.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 5DS and A850 is 55 and 54 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to visualise the gap in sensor sizing just by looking through technical specs. The visual underneath might give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the 5DS and A850.

As you can tell, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Canon 5DS to render extra detail because of its extra 26 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more modern 5DS is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.