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374 reviews
Apr, 2025
alaTest has collected and analyzed 374 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 on the whole positive. The usability and performance are also mentioned favorably, but there are some negative views about the storage and connectivity. The memory and price get mixed reviews.
image quality, performance, usability, durability, screen
battery, low-light, video, connectivity, storage
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 92/100 = Excellent quality.
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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. People really like the focus and reliability. The screen and performance are also appreciated. The usability and price get mixed opinions, while many are critical about the size and design.
image quality, performance, screen, reliability, focus
durability, portability, design, size
100% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.
Consumer review (amazon.com)
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. People really like the screen and portability. The usability and image quality are also appreciated. Reviews are divided on the durability.
performance, image quality, usability, portability, screen
95% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.
Expert review by : David Elrich (digitaltrends.com)
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...
Expert review by : Rishi Sanyal , Richard Butler , Samuel Spencer (dpreview.com)
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...
Expert review by : Jim Fisher (pcmag.com)
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.
Expert review by : Lori Grunin (cnet.com)
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.
Expert review by : Lori Grunin (cnet.com)
The company's new 5DS and 5DS R full-frame dSLRs are its bid to compete with cheaper medium-format models.
Expert review by : Josh Fate (steves-digicams.com)
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...
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
Expert review by : William Chambers (steves-digicams.com)
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.
Expert review by : Bryan Carnathan (the-digital-picture.com)
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!
Expert review by : Bryan Carnathan (the-digital-picture.com)
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...
Expert review by : Mark Peters (letsgodigital.org)
Canon EOS 5DS digital SLR camera : Canon transforms the EOS system with the arrival of two full-frame cameras: EOS 5DS and the EOS 5DS R. Breaking the boundaries of 35mm sensors, the new EOS D-SLR cameras offer the highest megapixels ever seen in a...
The Canon EOS 5DS price (body only) €3999.99 / £2999.99. The Canon EOS 5DS R price (body only) €4249.99 / £3199.99. Retail prices vary from country to country. Both EOS cameras will be available from June 2015. Availability of optional EOS accessories...