Canon EOS 500D review

An entry-level DSLR with 15MP, a semi-pro feature set and an HD Movie Mode? Can Canon's new 500D live up to expectations?

Our Score 4.5

Last reviewed: 2009-04-28April 28th 2009

Price at launch	£869.00
Product Type	Digital SLR Camera
Battery Size Supported	Proprietary Battery Size
Maximum Video Resolution	1920 x 1080
Effective Camera Resolution	15.1 Megapixel
Wide Angle	No
PictBridge	Yes
Product Family	EOS
Brand Name	Canon
Screen Size	7.6 cm (3")
Video Formats	QuickTime MOV
Viewfinder Type	SLR
Weight (Approximate)	480.0 g
Maximum Image Resolution	4272 x 2848
Maximum Frame Rate	30 fps
Number of Batteries Supported	1
Display Screen Type	LCD
Total Camera Resolution	15.5 Megapixel
HDMI	Yes
Camera Assembly	Body Only
Memory Card Supported	Secure Digital (SD) Card, Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC) Card
Height	97.5 mm
Width	129.0 mm
Depth	62.0 mm
Autofocus Points	9
Image Formats	JPEG, RAW
Flash Modes	Auto Flash, Flash OFF, Flash ON, Red-eye Reduction
Focus Modes	Auto, Manual
Manufacturer	Canon, Inc
Product Model	500D
Product Name	EOS 500D Digital SLR Camera
Product Line	EOS
Aspect Ratio	16:9
Manufacturer Part Number	3820B001AA
Manufacturer Website Address	www.canon.co.uk
Marketing Information	With the EOS 500D, every side of your story comes alive. Capture every detail in stunning 15.1 Megapixel resolution, or switch to shooting pin-sharp Full High Definition video.
Package Contents	EOS 500D Digital SLR Camera Software CD
Display Resolution	920000 Pixel
Standard Warranty	1 Year