In this comparison, we will evaluate the Canon EOS 5DS and the Leica S2, highlighting the advantages of each over the other, discussing their pros and cons, shared strengths and weaknesses, and providing a rating based on their available features and specifications to assist you in choosing the one that best suits your needs.
Canon EOS 5DS was introduced in February 2015 and Leica S2 was introduced in September 2008. Let us first list highlights of the models.
Canon EOS 5DS Highlights
- 50.6 MP Full Frame CMOS Sensor
- 100 - 6,400 Native ISO
- 61 Focus Points (61 Cross-type)
- 3.2" 1,040k dot Fixed Screen
- Optical (pentaprism) Viewfinder
- 5.0 fps Continuous Shooting
- 1920 x 1080 Video Shooting
- 30 min Video Recording Limit
- Wheather Sealed Body
Leica S2 Highlights
- 38 MP Medium format CCD Sensor
- 80 - 1,250 Native ISO
- 3.0" 460k dot Fixed Screen
- Optical (pentaprism) Viewfinder
- 1.5 fps Continuous Shooting
Now that we've looked at the most essential specifications and gained a basic understanding of these cameras, we can delve into more details and see the differences between them.