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Canon EOS 500D Specifications

Canon EOS 500D
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EOS 500D
Digital SLR Camera
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For creative photographers after serious fun.
A Canon-developed CMOS sensor with 15.1 megapixels, DiG!C 4
Image Processor and ISO speeds expandable to 12800 combine to
deliver outstanding images with low noise and natural colour
reproduction. Offering key features such as full HD movie
recording, automatic image correction tools (Auto Lighting
Optimizer and Peripheral illumination correction), with Live View
stills & movies with Live Face Detection). With the ability to
capture up to 3.4 fps in incredible 14-bit colour, the EOS 500D is
the ultimate tool for the serious photographer.
Key Features
High Quality Images
15.1 mega pixel Canon-developed CMOS sensor
captures superb image quality with low noise and
natural colour
Superior processing
New DiG!C 4 Processor means faster processing and
new features such as Live Face Detection AF Mode
Sharp Focusing
9-point AF and 6-point Assist AF for ultra sharp
images. You can manually select any of the 9 points
to ensure correct sharp focus
Fast shooting
Continuous smooth shooting speed of 3.4 fps
Live View (Movies & Stills)
Now with new Live Face Detection AF mode, and
Live View Movies (in Full HD)
Incredible image detail in low light
Standard ISO (100-3200) and expandable to an
incredible H1:6400, H1:12800
Sharper previews
3.0” (920,000 dots) LCD screen with anti-reflection &
anti-smudge coating for clear photo previews
Cleaner Images
Prevents & automatically removes tiny dust particles
resulting in cleaner images
High Quality Images
15.1 mega CMOS sensor
DiG!C 4 Image Processor
ISO 100-3200 (H1:6400, H2: 12800)
Noise Reduction for high ISO speeds
Record High Definition movies
Expand shooting possibilities
Live View Stills (Live, Quick & Live Face
Detection AF modes)
Live View Movies in Full HD (with sound)
HDMI mini output in full High-Definition
High Performance Features
High speed & precision 9-point AF
3.4fps (up to 60 continuous shooting: JPEG)
3.0” LCD monitor (920,000 dots)
Compatible with all EF/S lenses
Highly intuitive
Automatic image correction
Auto Lighting Optimizer
Auto correction of lens peripheral
illumination
EOS Integrated Cleaning System
High class design & durable
Stainless steel core + polycarbonate resin
with glass fibre
Don’t miss a moment
Incredibly fast 0.1 second start up time so you are
always ready to capture spontaneous shots
Canon 50
th
anniversary
Canon has a long and proud history of producing SLR cameras that both set the technology
benchmark and evolve to satisfy the needs of all users from professional shooters to entry-level
users. With a long and award winning heritage in cameras, Canon has been producing SLR
cameras since 1959, and has recently produced its’ 50 millionth SLR camera.

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Canon EOS 500D Specifications

General IconGeneral
Megapixel15.1 MP
Camera typeSLR Camera Body
Sensor typeCMOS
Image stabilizerYes
Image sensor size- \
Supported aspect ratios3:2
Maximum image resolution4272 x 2848 pixels
Digital zoom0 x
Focal length range18 - 55 mm
InterfaceUSB
Aperture range (F-F)-
Camera shutter speed30 - 1/4000 s
Compatible operating systemsWindows XP (SP2/SP3) Windows Vista Mac OS X v.10.4-10.5
Focal length (35mm film equivalent)- mm
Auto focusing (AF) modesSelective Auto Focus
Light meteringCentre-weighted, Spot
ISO sensitivity100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200, Auto
Light exposure modesaperture priority AE, auto, manual, shutter priority AE
Flash modesauto, Flash off, manual, Red-eye reduction, second curtain synchro
Internal memory0 MB
Compatible memory cardsSD, SDHC
Motion JPEG frame rate30 fps
Maximum video resolution1920 x 1080 pixels
Field of view100 %
Display diagonal3 \
Display resolution (numeric)920000 pixels
Magnification0.87 x
Viewfinder typeElectronic
USB version2.0
Scene modesClose-up (macro), Night portrait, Portrait, Landscape (scenery)
Photo effectsNeutral
White balanceAuto, Cloudy, Custom modes, Daylight, Flash, Fluorescent, Manual, Shade, Tungsten
Camera playbackmovie, single image, slide show
Image processorDIGIC 4
Playback zoom (max)10 x
MaterialPlastic, Stainless steel
Product colorBlack
Battery typeLP-E5
Battery life (CIPA standard)400 shots
Bundled softwareZoomBrowser EX / ImageBrowser Digital Photo Pro PhotoStitch EOS Utility
Operating temperature (T-T)0 - 40 °C
Operating relative humidity (H-H)0 - 85 %
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth61.9 mm
Width128.8 mm
Height97.5 mm
Weight480 g

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