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Good question, I think.
First, I see absolutely no reason to get the 5DS over the 5DS R. So the question, IMO, is between the 5D3 and the 5DS R.
I have both. I've had the 5D3 for five years, and still love it. I wanted a second FF body in anticipation of a trip to Africa later this year, and considered the 5D4, another 5D3, a 6D, and the 5DS R.
I ultimately rejected the 5D4, because (i) they aren't really available used, and I don't consider it enough of an improvement over the 5D3 (for my purposes) to warrant the price tag.
I bought a used 5DS R, because I think the extra pixels are useful for adding reach to telephotos, and I think it will add detail to landscapes.
I gave the pair their inauguration trip last week, and I really like the 5DS R. It's amazingly sharp (with good lenses, at least). It has a decent frame rate, although the buffer fills up fairly quickly. Its IQ is excellent.
For the price, if I were to choose one, I'd probably choose the 5D3. But the 5DS R would still be a strong contender. They are somewhat different, complementary, tools. You have to decide what's most important to you.
Mark
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