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Canon EOS 500D with 18-55mm lens review

Canon EOS 500D with 18-55mm lens
 
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Verdict:

The 500D is a worthy successor to the 450D, but the video mode is disappointing and the large sensor is let down by the kit lens.

Review Date: 10 Jul 2009

Price when reviewed: £658

Buy it now for: £500
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Supplier: http://www.lambda-tek.com/componentshop

Reviewed By: Ben Pitt

Our Rating 3 stars out of 5

User Rating 5 stars out of 5

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Basic Specifications

Part Code 3820B018AA
Review Date 10 Jul 2009
Rating *** stars out of 5
CCD effective megapixels 15.1 megapixels
CCD size 22.3x14.9mm
Viewfinder optical TTL
LCD screen size 3.0in
LCD screen resolution 920,000 pixels
Optical zoom 3.0x
Zoom 35mm equivalent 18-55mm (29-88mm)
Image stabilisation optical, lens based
Maximum image resolution 4,752x3,168
Maximum movie resolution 1,920x1,080
Movie frame rate at max quality 20fps
File formats JPEG, RAW; QuickTime (AVC)

Camera Controls

Exposure modes program, shutter priority, aperture priority, manual
Shutter speed 30 to 1/4,000 seconds
Aperture range f/3.5 to f/22 (wide), f/5.6 to f/36 (tele)
ISO range (at full resolution) 100 to 3200
Exposure compensation +/-2 EV
White balance auto, 6 presets, manual
Additional image controls contrast, saturation, sharpness, color tone, noise reduction
Manual focus Yes
Closest macro focus 25cm
Auto-focus modes 9-point
Metering modes multi, partial, centre-weighted, centre
Flash auto, forced, suppressed, slow synchro, rear curtain, red-eye reduction
Drive modes single, continuous, self-timer, AE bracket, WB bracket

Physical

Memory slot SDHC
Mermory supplied none
Battery type 7.4W 1,000mAh Li-ion
Battery Life (tested) 400 shots
Connectivity USB, AV, mini HDMI
Body material plastic
Accessories USB and AV cables, neck strap
Weight 680g
Size 98x129x133mm

Buying Information

Price £658
Supplier http://www.lambda-tek.com/componentshop
Details www.canon.co.uk
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