Canon EOS 5DS vs Ricoh GR

      Canon EOS 5DS

      Ricoh GR
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      Overview

      In this comparison, we will evaluate the Canon EOS 5DS and the Ricoh GR, 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 Ricoh GR was introduced in April 2013. 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

      Ricoh GR Highlights

      • 16 MP APS-C CMOS Sensor
      • 100 - 25,600 Native ISO
      • 3.0" 1,230k dot Fixed Screen
      • 4.0 fps Continuous Shooting
      • 1920 x 1080 Video Shooting
      • Built-in Flash
      Table of Contents
      1. Overview
      2. Pros and Cons
      3. Advantage of Canon EOS 5DS
      4. Advantage of Ricoh GR
      5. Common Strengths and Weaknesses
      6. Screen and Viewfinder
      7. Sensor
      8. Photography Features
      9. Connectivity, Battery and Storage
      10. Other Features
      11. Physical Parameters
      12. For Different Types of Photography
      13. Evaluations
      14. Specifications  

      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.

      Pros and Cons

      In this section we present pros and cons of Canon EOS 5DS and Ricoh GR.

      PROS

      Canon EOS 5DS

      Ricoh GR

      •   Video Capture
      •   Large Sensor
      •   High Resolution Sensor - 50.6 Megapixel
      •   61 Focus Points
      •   41 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus
      •   Large Screen - 3.2"
      •   High Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/8000 sec
      •   High DxO Overall Score - 87
      •   Webcam Functionality
      •   High USB Speed
      •   HDMI Output
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   2 Storage Slots
      •   Orientation Sensor
      •   Cheap
      •   Video Capture
      •   25,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   Live View Autofocus
      •   Built-in Flash
      •   High Flash Sync Speed - 1/4000 sec
      •   HDMI Output
      •   Light - 245 g (0.54 lb / 8.64 oz)
      •   Internal Storage

      CONS

      Canon EOS 5DS

      Ricoh GR

      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      •   Low Video Recording Limit
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 290 shots


      And here are some specifications which fall into average criteria and are neither in PROs nor in CONs category:

      AVERAGE

      Canon EOS 5DS

      Ricoh GR

      •   Price
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      •   -2 EV Min AF Detection
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,040k dot
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 5.0 fps
      •   Max Flash Sync Speed - 1/200 sec
      •   Weight - 930 g (2.05 lb / 32.80 oz)
      •   Battery Life - 700 shots
      •   Sensor Resolution - 16 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,230k dot
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 4.0 fps
      •   DxO Overall Score - 78

      Advantage of Canon EOS 5DS

      Canon 5DS
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      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Canon EOS 5DS over Ricoh GR.

      Canon EOS 5DS vs Ricoh GR
      Larger Sensor Full Frame vs APS-C
      Higher Sensor Resolution 50.6 Megapixel vs 16 Megapixel
      Max Image Resolution 8688 x 5792 vs 4928 x 3264
      More Cross-type Focus Points 41 vs 0
      Center Autofocus vs
      Tracking Autofocus vs
      Face Detection vs
      Phase Detection for Autofocus vs
      Larger Screen 3.2" vs 3.0"
      Top LCD Screen vs
      Higher Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) 1/8000 sec vs 1/4000 sec
      Higher Max Continuous Shooting 5.0 fps vs 4.0 fps
      Partial Metering vs
      Higher DxO Low Light ISO 2381 vs 972
      Higher DxO Color Depth 24.7 vs 23.6
      Higher DxO Overall Score 87 vs 78
      Higher USB Speed USB 3.2 Gen 1x1 (5 GBit/sec) vs USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
      Microphone Input vs
      Environmental Sealing vs
      Dust Proof vs
      Longer Battery Life 700 shots vs 290 shots
      More Storage Slots 2 vs 1

      Check out other cameras which are frequently compared to Canon EOS 5DS.

      Canon 5D III
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      Full Frame

      22.3 MP

      Canon 5DS R
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      Full Frame

      50.6 MP

      Panasonic S1
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      Full Frame

      24.2 MP

      Panasonic S1
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      1/2.33-inch

      12.1 MP

      Canon 5D
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      Full Frame

      13.3 MP

      Leica D-Lux (Typ 109)
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      Micro Four Thirds

      12.8 MP

      Canon 5D IV
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      Full Frame

      30.4 MP

      Canon 5D II
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      Full Frame

      21.1 MP

      Nikon A
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      APS-C

      16.2 MP

      Sony a6700
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      APS-C

      26.0 MP

      Fujifilm GFX 100
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      Medium format

      102 MP

      Sigma SD1 Merrill
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      APS-C

      15 MP

      Advantage of Ricoh GR

      Ricoh GR
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      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Ricoh GR over Canon EOS 5DS.

      Canon EOS 5DS vs Ricoh GR
      Cheaper $3699/£2999/€3999 (body only) vs $799/£599
      Higher Native ISO 6,400 vs 25,600
      Higher Resolution Screen 1,040k dot vs 1,230k dot
      Lower Min Shutter Speed 30 sec vs 300 sec
      Built-in Flash vs
      Higher Flash Sync Speed 1/200 sec vs 1/4000 sec
      Higher DxO Dynamic Range 12.4 vs 13.5
      Built-in Microphone Mono vs Stereo
      Lighter 930 g (2.05 lb / 32.80 oz) vs 245 g (0.54 lb / 8.64 oz)
      Internal Storage vs 54 MB

      Check out other cameras which are frequently compared to Ricoh GR.

      Ricoh GR II
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      APS-C

      16.2 MP

      Olympus PEN E-P7
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      Micro Four Thirds

      20 MP

      Ricoh GR Digital IV
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      1/1.7-inch

      10.0 MP

      Canon R6 II
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      Full Frame

      24.2 MP

      Nikon Z8
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      Full Frame

      45.7 MP

      Sony RX1R II
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      Full Frame

      42.4 MP

      Canon R8
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      Full Frame

      24.2 MP

      Canon R100
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      APS-C

      24.1 MP

      Nikon Z30
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      APS-C

      20.9 MP

      Sony a6100
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      APS-C

      24.2 MP

      Canon 7D II
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      APS-C

      20.2 MP

      Canon Rebel T5
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      APS-C

      18.0 MP

      Common Strengths and Weaknesses

      We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

      STRENGTHS Canon EOS 5DS Ricoh GR
        Video Capture
        Live View Autofocus
        HDMI Output Mini
      WEAKNESSES Canon EOS 5DS Ricoh GR
        No Image Stabilization
        Screen TypeFixedFixed
        Low Video Resolution1920 x 10801920 x 1080
        No Headphone Output
        No Built-in GPS
        No Built-In Wi-Fi Eye-Fi Connection possible
        No Built-In Bluetooth

      Screen and Viewfinder

      Screen

      Canon EOS 5DS has a 3.2" screen with 1,040k dot resolution and Ricoh GR has a 3.0" screen with 1,230k dot resolution. Both have Fixed screens.


      Viewfinder

      Canon EOS 5DS has a built-in Optical (pentaprism) viewfinder. It has a 100% coverage and 0.71x magnification.Ricoh GR does not have a built-in viewfinder but an optional optical viewfinder can be attached.

      Sensor

      Canon EOS 5DS features a 50.6 megapixel Full Frame CMOS sensor with dimensions of 36 x 24 mm and a total area of 864 mm2. Its native ISO range is 100 - 6,400 and expands to 100 - 12,800 in boosted mode. Ricoh GR features a 16 megapixel APS-C CMOS sensor with dimensions of 23.7 x 15.7 mm and a total area of 246.5 mm2. Its native ISO range is 100 - 25,600.

      Photography Features

      Canon EOS 5DS is equipped with Dual DIGIC 6 processor and can take pictures up to 8688 x 5792 resolution. Ricoh GR can take pictures up to 4928 x 3264 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 4352 x 3264, 3264 x 3264, 3936 x 2608, 3488 x 2608, 2608 x 2608, 2912 x 1936, 2592 x 1936, 1936x1936, 1280 x 864, 1152 x 864, 864 x 864 with 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 aspect ratios.


      No Image Stabilization

      The cameras do not have image stabilization. On Canon EOS 5DS it means that you need lenses with optical image stabilization for vibration reduction. As for Ricoh GR nothing can be done.

      Connectivity, Battery and Storage

      NFC on Ricoh GR

      Ricoh GR has Near Field Communication (NFC) technology which simplifies the process of pairing it with other NFC-enabled devices like smartphones or tablets. It allows to quickly transfer photos and videos or remotely control the camera from compatible device. NFC can also be used for authentication and security purposes. It can verify your identity before accessing certain features or transferring sensitive data. It can be used with NFC-enabled accessories as well, such as lenses, flashes and GPS devices.


      USB Inputs and HDMI Outputs

      Both models have USB inputs for data transfer. Canon EOS 5DS has a Mini HDMI and Ricoh GR has an HDMI connector for video signal output.


      Battery

      Canon EOS 5DS comes with LP-E6 battery pack with battery life of 700 shots and Ricoh GR comes with DB65 battery pack with battery life of 290 shots.


      External Storage Slots

      Canon EOS 5DS has two card slots - one for SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I) and one for CompactFlash (UDMA 7). Ricoh GR has a single SD/SDHC/SDXC card slot.

      Other Features

      Shutter

      Shutter speed can go up to 1/8000 sec on Canon EOS 5DS, and up to 1/4000 sec on Ricoh GR. Canon EOS 5DS can shoot continuously up to 5.0 fps. Ricoh GR can shoot continuously up to 4.0 fps.


      Focusing

      Canon EOS 5DS has Dual Pixel CMOS AF system with 61 (41 cross-type) focusing points and Ricoh GR has . Canon EOS 5DS has detection range from -2 to +18 EV.


      Exposure

      Exposure meterings of Canon EOS 5DS ranges from 0 to +20 EV and you can set the exposure compensation within the ±5 EV range on Canon EOS 5DS and ±2 range on Ricoh GR. You can also do exposure bracketing and manual exposure adjustment on Canon EOS 5DS and exposure bracketing and manual exposure adjustment on Ricoh GR.


      Flash

      Ricoh GR has a built-in flash with maximum range of 5.40 m at ISO 100 and also accepts external flash. Canon EOS 5DS has no built-in flash but an external flash may be connected via Hot Shoe or PC Terminal. The fastest flash synchronization speed is 1/200 sec on Canon EOS 5DS and 1/4000 sec on Ricoh GR.

      Physical Parameters

      Canon EOS 5DS body has dimensions of 152 x 116 x 76 mm (5.98 x 4.57 x 2.99") and Ricoh GR body has dimensions of 117 x 61 x 35 mm (4.61 x 2.4 x 1.38"). Canon EOS 5DS weighs 930 g (2.05 lb / 32.80 oz) and Ricoh GR weighs 245 g (0.54 lb / 8.64 oz).

      Canon EOS 5DS

      Ricoh GR

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      Size comparisons of Canon EOS 5DS and Ricoh GR

      Canon EOS 5DS and Ricoh GR for Different Types of Photography

      We give scores to the cameras for six types of photography based on their features and specifications. Let us see how suitable they are for each type of photography.

      Landscape Photography

      Canon EOS 5DS

      Ricoh GR

      EXCELLENT
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      •   Large Sensor
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,040k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Environmental Sealing
      GOOD
      72
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,230k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing

      Sports Photography

      Canon EOS 5DS

      Ricoh GR

      GOOD
      74
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      •   61 Focus Points
      •   41 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,040k dot
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 5.0 fps
      •   Battery Life - 700 shots
      •   2 Storage Slots
      •   Orientation Sensor
      AVERAGE
      59
      •   25,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,230k dot
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 4.0 fps
      •   Short Battery Life - 290 shots

      Wildlife Photography

      Canon EOS 5DS

      Ricoh GR

      GOOD
      70
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      •   61 Focus Points
      •   41 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,040k dot
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 5.0 fps
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Battery Life - 700 shots
      •   2 Storage Slots
      •   Orientation Sensor
      AVERAGE
      59
      •   25,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,230k dot
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 4.0 fps
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 290 shots

      Portrait Photography

      Canon EOS 5DS

      Ricoh GR

      GOOD
      82
      •   Large Sensor
      •   61 Focus Points
      •   41 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Large Screen - 3.2"
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,040k dot
      •   Max Flash Sync Speed - 1/200 sec
      •   Orientation Sensor
      GOOD
      79
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,230k dot
      •   High Flash Sync Speed - 1/4000 sec

      Street Photography

      Canon EOS 5DS

      Ricoh GR

      GOOD
      79
      •   Large Sensor
      •   61 Focus Points
      •   41 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,040k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Weight - 930 g (2.05 lb / 32.80 oz)
      GOOD
      83
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,230k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 245 g (0.54 lb / 8.64 oz)

      Travel Photography

      Canon EOS 5DS

      Ricoh GR

      GOOD
      76
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,040k dot
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      •   Low Video Recording Limit
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Weight - 930 g (2.05 lb / 32.80 oz)
      •   Battery Life - 700 shots
      GOOD
      84
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,230k dot
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 245 g (0.54 lb / 8.64 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 290 shots

      Evaluations

      We evaluate Canon EOS 5DS and Ricoh GR and give them scores of 73 and 61 out of 100 recpectively. We also give separate scores for 7 different categories according to the available features and specifications some of which are listed below. These evaluations are relative and may change each time a new camera is added to the database.


      Canon EOS 5DS

      Ricoh GR

      OVERALL
      73
      OVERALL
      61

      Sensor

      Canon EOS 5DS

      Ricoh GR

      GOOD
      75
      •   Large Sensor
      •   High Resolution Sensor - 50.6 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   6,400 Highest Native ISO
      •   High DxO Overall Score - 87
      GOOD
      73
      •   Sensor Resolution - 16 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   25,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   DxO Overall Score - 78

      Photo

      Canon EOS 5DS

      Ricoh GR

      GOOD
      75
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   High Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/8000 sec
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 5.0 fps
      •   Max Flash Sync Speed - 1/200 sec
      AVERAGE
      69
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 4.0 fps
      •   High Flash Sync Speed - 1/4000 sec

      Video

      Canon EOS 5DS

      Ricoh GR

      BAD
      32
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      •   Webcam Functionality
      •   Low Video Recording Limit
      BAD
      14
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080

      Focusing

      Canon EOS 5DS

      Ricoh GR

      GOOD
      83
      •   -2 EV Min AF Detection
      •   61 Focus Points
      •   41 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus
      AVERAGE
      65
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus

      Screen and Viewfinder

      Canon EOS 5DS

      Ricoh GR

      GOOD
      74
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Large Screen - 3.2"
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,040k dot
      AVERAGE
      61
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,230k dot

      Connectivity

      Canon EOS 5DS

      Ricoh GR

      GOOD
      77
      •   High USB Speed
      •   HDMI Output
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      AVERAGE
      65
      •   HDMI Output
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth

      Battery, Storage and Physical

      Canon EOS 5DS

      Ricoh GR

      GOOD
      72
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Weight - 930 g (2.05 lb / 32.80 oz)
      •   Battery Life - 700 shots
      •   2 Storage Slots
      POOR
      42
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 245 g (0.54 lb / 8.64 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 290 shots
      •   Internal Storage


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