# Canon EOS 500D > Mediated Wiki article. Canonical URL: https://mediated.wiki/source/Canon_EOS_500D > Markdown URL: https://mediated.wiki/source/Canon_EOS_500D.md > Source: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Canon_EOS_500D > Source revision: 1316032922 > License: Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 4.0 International (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/) 2009 APS-C digital single-lens reflex camera Canon EOS 500D Canon EOS Rebel T1i Canon EOS Kiss X3 Overview Maker Canon Inc. Type Digital single-lens reflex Released April 2009; 17 years ago (2009-04) Lens Lens mount Canon EF-S Lens Interchangeable Sensor/medium Sensor type CMOS Sensor size APS-C (22.3×14.9 mm) Maximum resolution 15.1 effective megapixels, 4,752 x 3,168 Film speed ISO 100 to 3200 (expandable to 12800) Storage media SD/SDHC Focusing Focus modes AI Focus, One-Shot, AI Servo, Live View Focus areas 9 AF points Exposure/metering Exposure modes Full Auto, Portrait, Landscape, Close-up, Sports, Night Portrait, No Flash, Program AE, Shutter-priority, Aperture-priority, Manual, Auto Depth-of-field Exposure metering Full aperture TTL, 35-zone SPC Metering modes Spot, Evaluative, Partial (approx. 9% at center of viewfinder), Center-weighted average Flash Flash E-TTL II automatic built-in pop-up Flash synchronization 1/200 s Flash bracketing Yes Shutter Shutter Electronically-controlled focal-plane Shutter speed range 1/4000 to 30 sec and Bulb Continuous shooting 3.4 frame/s for 170 JPEGs or 9 raw files Viewfinder Viewfinder Fixed eye-level pentamirror Viewfinder magnification 0.87× Frame coverage 90% Image processing White balance Auto, Daylight, Shade, Cloudy, Tungsten Light, White Fluorescent Light, Flash, Manual, user-set WB bracketing +/- 3 stops in 1-stop increments; General LCD screen 3 in (7.6 cm) color TFT LCD, 920,000 dots Battery LP-E5 Lithium-Ion rechargeable battery (7.4 V, 1080 mAh) Optional battery packs BG-E5 grip Dimensions 129×98×62 mm (5.1×3.9×2.4 in) Weight 480 g (17 oz) (body only) Made in Japan, Taiwan Chronology Predecessor Canon EOS 450D Successor Canon EOS 550D The **Canon EOS 500D** is a 15-[megapixel](/source/Megapixel) entry-level [digital single-lens reflex camera](/source/Digital_single-lens_reflex_camera), announced by [Canon](/source/Canon_Inc.) on 25 March 2009.[1] It was released in April 2009.[2] It is known as the **EOS Kiss X3** in Japan, and as the **EOS Rebel T1i** in North America. It continues the Rebel line of mid-range DSLR cameras, is placed by Canon as the next model up from the [EOS 450D](/source/EOS_450D), and has been superseded by the [EOS 550D](/source/Canon_EOS_550D) (T2i). It is the third [digital single-lens reflex camera](/source/Digital_single-lens_reflex_camera) to feature a movie mode and the second to feature full 1080p video recording,[3] albeit at the rate of 20 frames/sec. The camera shares a few features with the high-end [Canon EOS 5D Mark II](/source/Canon_EOS_5D_Mark_II), including movie mode, [Live preview](/source/Live_preview), and [DiGIC 4](/source/DIGIC#DIGIC_4). Like the [EOS 450D](/source/Canon_EOS_450D) and [EOS 1000D](/source/Canon_EOS_1000D), it uses [SDHC](/source/Secure_Digital_Card#SDHC) media storage, and is the third EOS model to use that medium instead of [CompactFlash](/source/CompactFlash). Like the [EOS 5D Mark II](/source/Canon_EOS_5D_Mark_II), video clips are recorded as [MOV](/source/.mov#QuickTime_file_format) ([QuickTime](/source/QuickTime)) files with [H.264/MPEG-4](/source/H.264) compressed video and linear [PCM](/source/Pulse-code_modulation) audio.[4] ## Features - 15.1-[megapixel](/source/Megapixel) [CMOS sensor](/source/CMOS_sensor) Type APS-C, 22.3 mm × 14.9 mm CMOS - Type – TTL-CT-SIR with a CMOS sensor - [DIGIC 4](/source/DIGIC#DIGIC_4) image processor - 14-bit analog to digital signal conversion - 3.0-inch (76 mm) [LCD](/source/LCD) monitor (non-touchscreen) - Live view mode and built-in flash - Wide, selectable, nine-point AF with centre cross-type sensors - Four metering modes, using 35-zones: spot, partial, center-weighted average, and evaluative metering.[5] - Auto lighting optimizer - Highlight tone priority - EOS integrated cleaning system - [sRGB](/source/SRGB) and [AdobeRGB](/source/AdobeRGB) [colour spaces](/source/Colour_space) - [ISO](/source/ISO_(film)) 100–12,800 - [ISO](/source/ISO_(film)) Sensitivity (8) – AUTO (100–1600), 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200; expandable to 6400 + H (approx. 12800) in 1-stop increments - Continuous drive up to 3.4 [frame/s](/source/Frame_rate) (170 images ([JPEG](/source/JPEG)), 9 images ([raw](/source/Raw_image_format))) - Canon [EF](/source/Canon_EF_lens_mount) and [EF-S](/source/EF-S) lenses - Support for [PAL](/source/PAL) and [NTSC](/source/NTSC) video output - [SD](/source/Secure_Digital_Card) and [SDHC](/source/Secure_Digital_Card#SDHC) memory card file storage - Raw and large JPEG simultaneous recording - [USB 2.0](/source/USB_2.0) and [HDMI](/source/HDMI) interfaces. - LP-E5 [battery](/source/Electric_battery) - Approximate weight 0.475 kg (1.05 [lbs](/source/Pound_(mass))) - Metering Range – EV 1–20 (at 23 °C with 50 mm f/1.4 lens ISO100) - Low-Pass Filter – Built-in (fixed) with self-cleaning sensor unit - AWB, Daylight, Shade, Cloudy, Tungsten, White, Fluorescent light, Flash, Custom. White balance compensation: Blue–Amber ±9, Magenta–Green ±9 - WB Bracketing – ±3 levels in single level increments, 3 bracketed images per shutter release. Selectable Blue/Amber bias or Magenta/ Green bias - Viewfinder Information – AF information: AF points, focus confirmation light. - Exposure information: Shutter speed, aperture value, ISO speed (always displayed), AE lock, exposure level/compensation, spot metering circle, exposure warning, AEB. - Flash information: Flash ready, high-speed sync, FE lock, flash exposure compensation, red-eye reduction light. Image information: White balance correction, SD card information, monochrome shooting, maximum burst (1 digit display), Highlight tone priority (D+) ## Alternative firmware Though not endorsed by Canon, the firmware of the camera allows for the installation of [third-party](/source/Third-party_software_component) custom [firmware](/source/Firmware), altering the features of the camera. One example of such firmware is [Magic Lantern](/source/Magic_Lantern_(firmware)). ## Reception The Canon EOS 500D received favorable reviews on its release. IT Reviews gave the camera a Recommended Award, and concluded: "Canon's DSLR range continues to go from strength to strength with this considerably enhanced upgrade of the EOS 450D, which manages to keep almost all of the previous physical features while improving the processor and the ISO range and adding a new Full HD video facility".[6] *[Digital Photography Review](/source/Digital_Photography_Review)* said: "For anybody buying their first DSLR the 500D is an easy recommendation but you might want to have a look at the Nikon D5000 as well. It comes with a similar feature set to the 500D ('only' 720P video though) and performs slightly better in low light".[7] ## Alternatives and comparisons Alternative cameras to the Canon EOS 500D: - [Sony Alpha 380](https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Sony_Alpha_380&action=edit&redlink=1) Digital SLR Camera - [Sony Alpha 35](https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Sony_Alpha_35&action=edit&redlink=1) Digital SLT Camera - [Olympus E-420](/source/Olympus_E-420) Digital SLR Camera - [Nikon D90](/source/Nikon_D90) 12.3 MP Digital SLR Camera - [Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1](/source/Panasonic_Lumix_DMC-GF1) Micro Four-Thirds Camera - [Pentax K-x](/source/Pentax_K-x) Digital SLR Camera Next level upgrade cameras from the Canon EOS 500D: - [Canon EOS Rebel T2i](/source/Canon_EOS_Rebel_T2i) (550D) Digital SLR Camera - [Panasonic DMC-GH1](/source/Panasonic_DMC-GH1) Digital SLR Camera Economical alternatives to the Canon EOS 500D: - [Canon Rebel XSi](/source/Canon_Rebel_XSi) (450D) Digital SLR Camera - [Nikon D5000](/source/Nikon_D5000) Digital SLR Camera ## References 1. **[^](#cite_ref-1)** ["Canon unveils EOS 500D / Rebel T1i DSLR: Digital Photography Review"](https://www.dpreview.com/articles/6579860130/canoneos500d#press). 25 March 2009. Retrieved 21 January 2025. 1. **[^](#cite_ref-2)** ["EOS Rebel T1i - Canon Camera Museum"](https://global.canon/en/c-museum/product/dslr801.html). August 2015. Retrieved 21 January 2025. 1. **[^](#cite_ref-3)** Kelly, Gordon (25 March 2009). ["Canon Launches 15MP, 1080p Capable 500D DSLR"](https://www.trustedreviews.com/news/canon-launches-15mp-1080p-capable-500d-dslr-2733426). *Trusted Reviews*. Retrieved 14 December 2018. 1. **[^](#cite_ref-Canon_Spec_List_4-0)** ["Canon EOS Digital Rebel T1i"](https://web.archive.org/web/20170106142346/https://www.usa.canon.com/consumer/controller?act=ModelInfoAct#ModelTechSpecsAct). Archived from [the original](http://www.usa.canon.com/consumer/controller?act=ModelInfoAct&fcategoryid=139&modelid=18385#ModelTechSpecsAct) on 6 January 2017. Retrieved 30 June 2009. 1. **[^](#cite_ref-5)** ["Canon 500D specs from Canon Camera Museum"](https://web.archive.org/web/20100401095059/http://www.canon.com/camera-museum/camera/dslr/data/1995-/2009_eos_kiss_x3.html?lang=us&categ=crn&page=1995-&p=2). Archived from [the original](http://www.canon.com/camera-museum/camera/dslr/data/1995-/2009_eos_kiss_x3.html?lang=us&categ=crn&page=1995-&p=2) on 1 April 2010. Retrieved 14 December 2018. 1. **[^](#cite_ref-6)** ["IT Reviews Recommended Award"](https://web.archive.org/web/20090619171455/http://www.itreviews.co.uk/hardware/h1960.htm). Archived from [the original](http://www.itreviews.co.uk/hardware/h1960.htm) on 19 June 2009. Retrieved 14 December 2018. 1. **[^](#cite_ref-7)** ["Canon EOS 500D (Digital Rebel T1i / Kiss X3 Digital) Review"](https://www.dpreview.com/reviews/canoneos500d). *DPReview*. Retrieved 14 December 2018. ## Sources - [Canon EOS Rebel T1i (500D) Digital SLR Kit w/EF-S 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 IS Lens & Canon EF-S 55-250mm f/4-5.6 IS Autofocus Lens Reviews](http://bestprice-buystore.info/canon-eos-rebel-t1i-500d-digital-slr-kit-wef-s-18-55mm-f3-5-5-6-is-lens-canon-ef-s-55-250mm-f4-5-6-is-autofocus-lens-reviews/) ## External links Wikimedia Commons has media related to [Canon EOS 500D](https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Category:Canon_EOS_500D). - [Product Page](http://www.usa.canon.com/consumer/controller?act=ModelInfoAct&fcategoryid=139&modelid=18385) [Archived](https://web.archive.org/web/20170106142346/https://www.usa.canon.com/consumer/controller?act=ModelInfoAct) 6 January 2017 at the [Wayback Machine](/source/Wayback_Machine) - [EOS 500D in the UK](https://www.canon.co.uk/support/consumer_products/products/cameras/digital_slr/eos_500d.aspx) v t e Canon EOS digital SLR timeline Type Sensor Class 00 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 DSLR Full-frame Flag­ship 1Ds 1Ds Mk II 1Ds Mk III 1D C 1D X 1D X Mk II T 1D X Mk III T APS-H 1D 1D Mk II 1D Mk II N 1D Mk III 1D Mk IV Full-frame Profes­sional 5DS / 5DS R 5D x 5D Mk II x 5D Mk III 5D Mk IV T Ad­van­ced x 6D x 6D Mk II AT APS-C x 7D x 7D Mk II Mid-range 20Da x 60Da A D30 D60 10D 20D 30D 40D x 50D x 60D A x 70D AT 80D AT 90D AT 760D AT 77D AT Entry-level 300D 350D 400D 450D x 500D x 550D x 600D A x 650D AT x 700D AT x 750D AT 800D AT 850D AT x 100D T x 200D AT 250D AT 1000D x 1100D x 1200D 1300D 2000D Value 4000D Early models Canon EOS DCS 5 (1995) Canon EOS DCS 3 (1995) Canon EOS DCS 1 (1995) Canon EOS D2000 (1998) Canon EOS D6000 (1998) Type Sensor Spec 00 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 PROCESSOR: Non-DIGIC | DIGIC | DIGIC II | DIGIC III | DIGIC 4 / 4+ | DIGIC 5 / 5+ | DIGIC 6 / 6+ | DIGIC 7 | DIGIC 8 | DIGIC X VIDEO: 720p | 1080p | Uncompressed 1080p | 4K | 5.5K ⋅ SCREEN: Flip (tilt) F, Articulating A, Touchscreen T ⋅ BODY FEATURE: Weather Sealed SPECIALTY MODELS: Astrophotography a | Cinema EOS C | high resolution camera S | no AA filter effect R ⋅ FIRMWARE ADD-ON: x Magic Lantern Support See also: Canon EOS film cameras, Canon EOS mirrorless cameras Authority control databases: National Czech Republic --- Adapted from the Wikipedia article [Canon EOS 500D](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Canon_EOS_500D) by Wikipedia contributors ([contributor history](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Canon_EOS_500D?action=history)). 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