Canon EOS 5DS vs Nikon Z9
This is a full comparison between the cameras Canon EOS 5DS and Nikon Z9. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
Canon EOS 5DS is manufacturered by Canon but Nikon Z9 is from Nikon. Both Canon and Nikon are well known brands though.
Canon EOS 5DS were released 2015 and Nikon Z9 was released 2021. That is a 6 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Canon EOS 5DS | 2015 |
Nikon Z9 | 2021 |
Type of camera
Canon EOS 5DS is a DSLR camera while Nikon Z9 is a Mirrorless camera. More information about their differences will come soon.
Sensors / crop factor
Even though the camera sensors might be called differently they are both considered Full frame which means that the focal length of the lenses is not affected. There is no crop factor on any of these cameras and sensors.
Camera | Focal length, 50mm f/1.8 ** |
Canon EOS 5DS | 50 mm Full-frame sensor No crop factor/focal length multiplier |
Nikon Z9 | 50 mm Full-frame sensor No crop factor/focal length multiplier |
** Experienced focal length when using a lens such as a common "50mm f/1.8"
Learn more about crop factor and focal length multiplier here:
Camera selection can affect the focal length (Canon)
Camera selection can affect the focal length (Nikon)
Resolution
Canon EOS 5DS has a 51 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Nikon Z9 has 46 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Canon EOS 5DS |
51 MP
50320896 pixels 8688 x 5792 |
Nikon Z9 |
46 MP
45441024 pixels 8256 x 5504 |
Canon EOS 5DS has a 11 % larger resolution than Nikon Z9. This could give you more details in the picture but also a possibility to crop more in the pictures, afterward while editing the pictures, if needed that is.
ISO range
Nikon Z9 has a larger ISO-range than Canon EOS 5DS. Nikon Z9 has an ISO range that stretches from 32 to 102400 while Canon EOS 5DS has 100 to 6400.
Camera | ISO Range |
Canon EOS 5DS | 100-6400 |
Nikon Z9 | 32-102400 |
Autofocus and lens compatibility
Both of these cameras have a built-in autofocus motor. Some lenses, that support autofocus, do not have an autofocus motor of their own but this won't cause any problems with these two cameras.
Here is a complete overview of which lenses work with each camera:
Lens compatibility chart for Canon EOS 5DS
Lens compatibility chart for Nikon Z9
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Canon EOS 5DS can shoot up to 5 pictures per seconds and Nikon Z9 can shoot up to 30 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Canon EOS 5DS | 5 |
Nikon Z9 | 30 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
In this case, both Canon EOS 5DS and Nikon Z9 can shoot movies.
Weight
The weight of the camera can be an extremely important factor, especially if the camera is about to be used, or carried around, for several hours at a time.
Nikon Z9 weighs 1340 gr (equal to 2.95 lb) which is 44% heavier than Canon EOS 5DS and its 930 gr (or 2.05 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Canon EOS 5DS | 930 gr 2.05 lb |
Nikon Z9 | 1340 gr 2.95 lb |
Canon EOS 5DS vs Nikon Z9 Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Canon EOS 5DS and Nikon Z9, next to each other. Each category of data is a link to an article covering the subject, giving you a deeper understanding so you can better understand the strengths and weaknesses of the two camera models.
Product |
Canon EOS 5DS |
Nikon Z9 |
Name | Canon EOS 5DS | Nikon Z9 |
Manufacturer | Canon | Nikon |
Release Date and Price |
Canon EOS 5DS |
Nikon Z9 |
Release Year | 2015 | 2021 |
Release Date | 2015-02-06 | 2021-10-28 |
MSRP | 3699 USD | 5500 USD |
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Camera Type |
Canon EOS 5DS |
Nikon Z9 |
Camera Type | DSLR | Mirrorless |
Sensor |
Canon EOS 5DS |
Nikon Z9 |
Sensor Size | Full Frame (approx 36 x 24 mm) |
Full Frame (approx 36 x 23.9 mm) Also known as "FX" |
Sensor Type | CMOS | Full Stacked CMOS |
Resolution | 8688 x 5792 pixels | 8256 x 5504 pixels |
Megapixels | 51 MP | 46 MP |
Image Processor | DUAL DIGIC 6 | EXPEED 7 |
Image |
Canon EOS 5DS |
Nikon Z9 |
ISO Range | 100 - 6400 | 32 - 102400 |
White Balance Presets | 8 | 9 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization | No |
Yes (Sensor Shift (Synchro VR with selected lenses)) |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 0 stops | 6 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Canon EOS 5DS |
Nikon Z9 |
Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
Autofocus |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Face Detection LiveView |
Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection LiveView |
Focus Points | 61 | 493 |
Lens Mount |
Canon EF See Compatible Lenses |
Nikon Z See Compatible Lenses |
Focal Length Multiplier |
Full frame No multiplier Example: 24 mm remains 24 mm 50 mm remains 50 mm 100 mm remains 100 mm 200 mm remains 200 mm |
FX (Full frame) No multiplier Example: 24 mm remains 24 mm 50 mm remains 50 mm 100 mm remains 100 mm 200 mm remains 200 mm |
Screen & Viewfinder |
Canon EOS 5DS |
Nikon Z9 |
Articulated LCD | Fixed | Tilting |
Screen size | 3.2” | 3.2” |
Screen dots | 1040000 | 2088960 |
Touch screen | No | Yes |
Screen type | ClearView II TFT-LCD | TFT LCD |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Optical (pentaprism) | Electronic |
Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.71× | 0.8x |
Viewfinder Resolution | N/A | 3686400 |
Photography features |
Canon EOS 5DS |
Nikon Z9 |
Frames per second | 5 fps | 30 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 900 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/32000 seconds |
Built-in Flash | No | No |
Built-in Flash Range | N/A | N/A |
External Flash | Yes | Yes |
Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
Time-lapse | Yes | Yes |
Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Spot Partial |
Multi Center Weighted Highlight Weighted Spot |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) | +/- 5 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Canon EOS 5DS |
Nikon Z9 |
Video recording | Yes | Yes |
Video format |
H.264 |
H.264 H.265 |
Video resolution |
1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 |
1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 7680 x 4320 |
Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Speakers | Yes | Yes |
Storage |
Canon EOS 5DS |
Nikon Z9 |
Memory Card |
Compact Flash SD/SDHC |
Compact Flash Express XQD |
Connectivity |
Canon EOS 5DS |
Nikon Z9 |
HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
Microphone Port | Yes | Yes |
Headphone Port | No | Yes |
Wireless | No |
Yes Built-in (IEEE 802.11b/g/n/a/ac/Wi-Fi, Bluetooth Low Energy) |
Remote Control | Yes (Wired and wireless) | Yes (Via app) |
GPS | No |
Yes Built-in (GPS, GLONASS, QZSS) |
Body & Dimensions |
Canon EOS 5DS |
Nikon Z9 |
Enviromentally sealed | Yes | Yes |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
LP-E6 lithium-ion battery & charger
|
EN-EL18d (backwards compatible with EN-EL18/a/b/c batteries)
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 700 shots | 740 shots |
Width | 152 mm | 149 mm |
Height | 116 mm | 150 mm |
Depth | 76 mm | 91 mm |
Weight | 930 gram | 1340 gram |