Canon EOS 5DS vs Canon EOS Rebel T7i
This is a full comparison between the cameras Canon EOS 5DS and Canon EOS Rebel T7i. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
These cameras are both manufactured by Canon.
Canon EOS 5DS were released 2015 and Canon EOS Rebel T7i was released 2017. That is a 2 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Canon EOS 5DS | 2015 |
Canon EOS Rebel T7i | 2017 |
Type of camera
Both these cameras are DSLR cameras. No difference there.
Sensors / crop factor
These cameras have different sensors. Canon EOS 5DS has a "Canon Full Frame"-sensor while Canon EOS Rebel T7i has a "Canon APS-C"-sensor, and their difference in sensors will also affect the crop factor and experience focal length. See the table below.
Camera | Focal length, 50mm f/1.8 ** |
Canon EOS 5DS | 50 mm Full-frame sensor No crop factor/focal length multiplier |
Canon EOS Rebel T7i | 80 mm Canon APS-C sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.6 |
** 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)
Resolution
Canon EOS 5DS has a 51 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Canon EOS Rebel T7i has 24 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 |
Canon EOS Rebel T7i |
24 MP
24000000 pixels 6000 x 4000 |
Canon EOS 5DS has a 110 % larger resolution than Canon EOS Rebel T7i. 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
Canon EOS Rebel T7i has a larger ISO-range than Canon EOS 5DS. Canon EOS Rebel T7i has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 25600 while Canon EOS 5DS has 100 to 6400.
Camera | ISO Range |
Canon EOS 5DS | 100-6400 |
Canon EOS Rebel T7i | 100-25600 |
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 Canon EOS Rebel T7i
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 Canon EOS Rebel T7i can shoot up to 6 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Canon EOS 5DS | 5 |
Canon EOS Rebel T7i | 6 |
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 Canon EOS Rebel T7i 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.
Canon EOS 5DS weighs 930 gr (equal to 2,05 lb) which is 75% heavier than Canon EOS Rebel T7i and its 532 gr (or 1,17 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Canon EOS 5DS | 930 gr 2,05 lb |
Canon EOS Rebel T7i | 532 gr 1,17 lb |
Canon EOS 5DS vs Canon EOS Rebel T7i Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Canon EOS 5DS and Canon EOS Rebel T7i, 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 |
Canon EOS Rebel T7i |
Name | Canon EOS 5DS | Canon EOS Rebel T7i |
Manufacturer | Canon | Canon |
Release Date and Price |
Canon EOS 5DS |
Canon EOS Rebel T7i |
Release Year | 2015 | 2017 |
Release Date | 2015-02-06 | 2017-02-15 |
MSRP | 3699 USD | 749 USD |
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Camera Type |
Canon EOS 5DS |
Canon EOS Rebel T7i |
Camera Type | DSLR | DSLR |
Sensor |
Canon EOS 5DS |
Canon EOS Rebel T7i |
Sensor Size | Full Frame (approx 36 x 24 mm) | APS-C (approx 22.3 x 14.9 mm) |
Sensor Type | CMOS | CMOS |
Resolution | 8688 x 5792 pixels | 6000 x 4000 pixels |
Megapixels | 51 MP | 24 MP |
Image Processor | DUAL DIGIC 6 | DIGIC 7 |
Image |
Canon EOS 5DS |
Canon EOS Rebel T7i |
ISO Range | 100 - 6400 | 100 - 25600 |
White Balance Presets | 8 | 6 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization | No | No |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 0 stops | 0 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Canon EOS 5DS |
Canon EOS Rebel T7i |
Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
Autofocus |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Face Detection LiveView |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection LiveView |
Focus Points | 61 | 45 |
Lens Mount |
Canon EF See Compatible Lenses |
Canon EF Canon EF-S 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 |
APS-C Sensor 1.6x multiplier Example: 24 mm becomes 38 mm 50 mm becomes 80 mm 100 mm becomes 160 mm 200 mm becomes 320 mm |
Screen & Viewfinder |
Canon EOS 5DS |
Canon EOS Rebel T7i |
Articulated LCD | Fixed | Fully articulated |
Screen size | 3.2” | 3” |
Screen dots | 1040000 | 1040000 |
Touch screen | No | Yes |
Screen type | ClearView II TFT-LCD | TFT LCD |
Live view | Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder Type | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder Coverage | 100% | 95% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.71× | 0.82× (0.51× 35mm equiv.) |
Viewfinder Resolution | N/A | 0 |
Photography features |
Canon EOS 5DS |
Canon EOS Rebel T7i |
Frames per second | 5 fps | 6 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Built-in Flash | No | Yes |
Built-in Flash Range | N/A | 12 meters |
External Flash | Yes | Yes |
Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
Time-lapse | Yes | Yes |
Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Spot Partial |
Multi Spot Partial Average |
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 |
Canon EOS Rebel T7i |
Video recording | Yes | Yes |
Video format |
H.264 |
MPEG4 H.264 |
Video resolution |
1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 |
1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 |
Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Speakers | Yes | Yes |
Storage |
Canon EOS 5DS |
Canon EOS Rebel T7i |
Memory Card |
Compact Flash SD/SDHC |
SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Canon EOS 5DS |
Canon EOS Rebel T7i |
HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
Microphone Port | Yes | Yes |
Headphone Port | No | No |
Wireless | No |
Yes Built-in (Includes Bluetooth LE and NFC) |
Remote Control | Yes (Wired and wireless) | Yes (via smartphone or Bluetooth remote) |
GPS | No |
Yes Optional via Canon GP-E2 GPS Receiver ![]() |
Body & Dimensions |
Canon EOS 5DS |
Canon EOS Rebel T7i |
Enviromentally sealed | Yes | No |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
LP-E6 lithium-ion battery & charger
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LP-E17 lithium-ion battery & charger
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Battery Life (CIPA) | 700 shots | 600 shots |
Width | 152 mm | 131 mm |
Height | 116 mm | 100 mm |
Depth | 76 mm | 76 mm |
Weight | 930 gram | 532 gram |