Canon EOS 5Ds / 5Ds R

375 reviews

Apr, 2024

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image quality (126)
performance (94)
usability (73)
screen (43)
durability (41)

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battery (4)
low-light (4)
connectivity (2)
video (2)
storage (1)

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 375 reviews of Canon EOS 5Ds / 5Ds R. The average rating for this product is 4.7/5, compared to an average rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras for all reviews. Reviews about the screen and durability are overall positive. The usability and performance are also mentioned favorably, whereas there are some mixed reviews about the memory and price. Some have doubts about the storage and connectivity.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Digital Compact Cameras the Canon EOS 5Ds / 5Ds R is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 93/100 = Excellent quality.

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Amazon.co.uk review summary for Canon EOS 5Ds / 5Ds R

alaTest has collected and analyzed 12 user reviews of Canon EOS 5Ds / 5Ds R from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 4.6/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.3/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.co.uk. Reviewers really like the focus and reliability. The screen and performance are also appreciated. The usability and price get mixed views, while the size and design get critical reviews.

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100% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

Apr, 2024

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Amazon.com review summary for Canon EOS 5Ds / 5Ds R

alaTest has collected and analyzed 58 user reviews of Canon EOS 5Ds / 5Ds R from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.7/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.2/5 for other Digital Compact Cameras on Amazon.com. Opinions about the screen and portability are on the whole positive. The usability and image quality also get good reviews. Opinions are divided on the durability.

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95% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Apr, 2024

Expert review by : David Elrich (digitaltrends.com)

Canon EOS 5DS R review

For photography purists, Canon's 5DS R DSLR delivers outstanding stills at a whopping 50.6 megapixels.

In terms of camera tech, Canon is to be commended for creating a 50.6MP full-frame DSLR, so it earns our Editor’s Choice. While the near-$4,000 price tag puts it out of reach for consumers, it’s relatively affordable for the type of user this camera is...

Oct, 2015

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Expert review by : Rishi Sanyal , Richard Butler , Samuel Spencer (dpreview.com)

In Fine Detail: Canon EOS 5DS / 5DS R In-Depth Review

Canon has added to its EOS 5D range with the launch of two 50MP cameras, the 5DS and the 5DS R. Both cameras are high-resolution full frame models, primarily aimed at stills photographers. The only difference between the models is that the 'S' has an...

Class-leading 50.6MP image resolution Pleasing out-of-camera colors, particularly skintones 61-point AF system with 41 cross-type points 5 dual cross-type, high precision points offer uncanny precision with newer lenses 150,000-pixel RGB+IR metering...

Raw dynamic range limited compared to peers Base ISO images can be noisier than the best of the competition Low light performance limited compared to peers ISO cap of 12,800 (6400 for Auto ISO) feels arbitrary and limiting JPEGs not as sharp or...

There was a time when Canon led the high resolution large-format sensor race by a pretty comfortable margin (those were the days…), but since the last iteration of its flagship ‘Ds' series way back in 2008, the company's DSLRs have been stuck hovering...

Dec, 2015

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Expert review by : Jim Fisher (pcmag.com)

Canon EOS 5DS R

The Canon EOS 5DS R offers the most resolution you'll find in a full-frame SLR, but its high ISO capabilities are limited.

Highest resolution in class. 5fps burst shooting. Full-frame image sensor. Dual memory card slots. 61-point autofocus system. Intervalometer and time lapse support. Sharp rear display. Solid control layout. Medium and Small Raw capture modes. 1080p video.

Limited to ISO 12800. Not a true OLPF-free design. Omits in-camera Wi-Fi and GPS. Lacks built-in flash.

Conclusions Canon photographers have waited patiently for a high-resolution, full-frame camera body. The EOS 5DS R—and its near twin, the 5DS—are what the company delivered. Our tests show that the 50-megapixel image sensor may be an overkill for some...

Jul, 2015

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Expert review by : Jim Fisher (pcmag.com)

Canon EOS 5DS

Canon's EOS 5DS D-SLR has a high-resolution sensor that filters out color moiré, but it sacrifices a little detail in the process.

Limited to ISO 12800. Optical low-pass filter detracts from detail. Omits in-camera Wi-Fi and GPS. Lacks built-in flash.

Conclusions If you're a Canon shooter after a high-resolution, full-frame body, you've got two choices. The 5DS is the better choice if you often shoot subjects where color moiré can be an issue. These include fashion photographers who photograph...

Jul, 2015

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Expert review by : Lori Grunin (cnet.com)

Canon sharpens its image with 50MP EOS 5DS R (hands-on)

With 50-megapixel resolution and anti-aliasing-filter cancellation, you'd expect the 5DS R to be the sharpest Canon yet. Take a look at what a preproduction sample of the camera yielded.

May, 2015

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Expert review by : Lori Grunin (cnet.com)

Canon hits 50 -- megapixels, that is

The company's new 5DS and 5DS R full-frame dSLRs are its bid to compete with cheaper medium-format models.

Feb, 2015

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Expert review by : Josh Fate (steves-digicams.com)

Canon EOS 5DS

The Canon EOS 5Ds is a professional dSLR providing and amazing 50.6-Megapixels of resolution, great performance from the dual DIGIC 6 processors and Full 1080p HD video for those looking for more than just still images. Read more in our Full Conclusion.

AF and Metering are both incredibly fast and accurate ; Live view allows you to shoot with the LCD ; Full 1080p HD video capture produces beautiful videos ; Outstanding overall image quality ; Amazing detail from loads of resolution ; 3.2-inch, 1.04...

Very large, heavy camera ; Camera must be in video capture mode to capture video ; No GPS or WiFi built-in ; Battery seemed to go quickly during our tests ; No 4K video capture ; Dual card slots are SD and CF, not the same media (some may see this as...

Sep, 2015

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Expert review by : William Chambers (steves-digicams.com)

Canon EOS 5DS R

Note: The EOS 5DS and EOS 5DS R are basically the same camera. The only differences are the 5DS R has no low-pass filter, and costs about $200 more.

Feb, 2015

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Expert review by : Bryan Carnathan (the-digital-picture.com)

Canon EOS 5Ds Review

Is the Canon EOS 5Ds Digital SLR Camera right for you? Learn all you need to know about the Canon EOS 5D Mark III in The-Digital-Picture.com's review!

Dec, 2020

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Expert review by : Bryan Carnathan (the-digital-picture.com)

Canon EOS 5Ds R Review

The 5Ds vs. 5Ds R decision is not an all or nothing one in regards to moiré. It is a more or less decision and the same regarding image sharpness. If you are shooting images of subjects that are likely to induce the moiré pattern and do not have time...

Jun, 2015

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