The Canon PowerShot SX500 IS is a bridge camera that boasts an impressive 16-megapixel image sensor. With a 1/2.3" CCD sensor type, it is capable of capturing high-resolution images with a maximum resolution of 4608 x 3456 pixels. The camera provides various still image resolutions, including 480 x 480, 640 x 360, 640 x 424, 640 x 480, 1200 x 1200, 1600 x 1064, 1600 x 1200, 1920 x 1080, 2448 x 2448, 3264 x 1832, 3264 x 2176, 3264 x 2448, 3456 x 3456, 4608 x 2592, 4608 x 3072, and 4608 x 3456 pixels.
Equipped with a 30x optical zoom, the Canon PowerShot SX500 IS allows users to capture subjects from a distance without compromising image quality. It also offers a 4x digital zoom for further magnification if desired. The camera supports three different aspect ratios, including 3:2, 4:3, and 16:9, giving photographers flexibility in their composition.
Featuring an image stabilizer, this camera minimizes blurring caused by camera shake, ensuring sharp and clear photos. The Canon PowerShot SX500 IS supports JPG image format and offers a minimum focal length (35mm film equivalent) of 24 mm, allowing for wide-angle shots, and a maximum focal length (35mm film equivalent) of 720 mm for capturing distant objects.
With a minimum aperture number of 3.4, this camera allows users to achieve shallow depth of field effects and capture photos with a blurred background. The Canon PowerShot SX500 IS is a versatile camera for those who seek high-resolution images with zoom capabilities and reliable image stabilization.
General
| Brand | Canon |
| Model | PowerShot SX500 IS | 6353B001 |
| Product | photo camera |
| EAN | 13803156881, 8714574586311, 0013803156881 |
| Language | English |
| Filetype | EN - 146 Manual (PDF), EN - 228 (PDF) |
Picture quality
| Megapixel | 16 MP |
| Camera type | Bridge camera |
| Image sensor size | 1/2.3 " |
| Sensor type | CCD |
| Maximum image resolution | 4608 x 3456 pixels |
| Still image resolution(s) | 480 x 480,640 x 360,640 x 424,640 x 480,1200 x 1200,1600 x 1064,1600 x 1200,1920 x 1080,2448 x 2448,3264 x 1832,3264 x 2176,3264 x 2448,3456 x 3456,4608 x 2592,4608 x 3072,4608 x 3456 |
| Image stabilizer | Yes |
| Supported aspect ratios | 3:2, 4:3, 16:9 |
| Image formats supported | JPG |
Lens system
| Optical zoom | 30 x |
| Digital zoom | 4 x |
| Focal length range | 4.3 - 129 mm |
| Minimum focal length (35mm film equiv) | 24 mm |
| Maximum focal length (35mm film equiv) | 720 mm |
| Minimum aperture number | 3.4 |
| Maximum aperture number | 5.8 |
| Combined zoom | 120 x |
Focusing
| Focus | TTL |
| Focus adjustment | Auto/Manual |
| Auto focusing (AF) modes | - |
| Normal focusing range | 0 - ∞ m |
| Macro focusing range (wide) | 0 - 0.5 m |
| Auto Mode focusing range (tele) | 1.4 - ∞ m |
| Normal focusing range (tele) | 1.4 - ∞ m |
| Face |
Exposure
| ISO sensitivity | 100,200,400,800,1600 |
| Light exposure modes | Auto |
| Light exposure control | Program AE |
| Light exposure correction | ± 2EV (1/3EV step) |
| Light metering | Centre-weighted, Evaluative (Multi-pattern), Spot |
Shutter
| Fastest camera shutter speed | 1/1600 s |
| Slowest camera shutter speed | 15 s |
Flash
| Flash modes | Auto, Flash off, Flash on, Slow synchronization |
| Flash range (wide) | 0.5 - 5 m |
| Flash range (tele) | 1.4 - 3 m |
| Flash recharging time | 10 s |
Other features
| Built-in flash | Yes |
| HDMI ports quantity | 1 |
| Power source type | AC, Battery |
Video
| Maximum video resolution | 1280 x 720 pixels |
| Video resolutions | 640 x 480,1280 x 720 pixels |
| Video formats supported | H.264, MOV |
| Motion JPEG frame rate | 25 fps |
| Analog signal format system | NTSC, PAL |
| HD type | HD |
| Video recording | Yes |
Memory
| Internal memory | - MB |
| Compatible memory cards | SD, SDHC, SDXC |
Display
| Display | LCD |
| Display diagonal | 3 " |
| Display resolution (numeric) | 461000 pixels |
Ports & interfaces
| PictBridge | Yes |
| USB version | 2.0 |
| HDMI | Yes |
Camera
| White balance | Auto, Cloudy, Custom modes, Daylight, Fluorescent, Fluorescent H, Tungsten |
| Scene modes | - |
| Shooting modes | Auto, Movie |
| Photo effects | Black&White, Neutral, Positive film, Sepia, Skin tones, Vivid |
| Self-timer delay | 2, 10 s |
| Camera playback | Single image, Slide show, Thumbnails |
| Camera file system | Exif 2.3 |
| Windows operating systems supported | Windows 7 Home Basic, Windows 7 Home Premium, Windows 7 Professional, Windows 7 Starter, Windows 7 Ultimate, Windows Vista Business, Windows Vista Enterprise, Windows Vista Home Basic, Windows Vista Home Premium, Windows Vista Ultimate, Windows XP Home, Windows XP Professional |
| Mac operating systems supported | Mac OS X 10.6 Snow Leopard, Mac OS X 10.7 Lion |
| Languages support | ARA, CHI (SIMPL), CHI (TR), CZE, DAN, DEU, DUT, ENG, ESP, FIN, FRE, GRE, HUN, ITA, JPN, KOR, NOR, POL, POR, RUM, RUS, SWE, THA, TUR, UKR |
Weight & dimensions
| Width | 104 mm |
| Depth | 80.2 mm |
| Height | 69.5 mm |
| Weight | 318 g |
| Weight (including battery) | 341 g |
Battery
| Battery technology | - |
| Battery life (max) | 4 h |
| Battery type | NB-6L |
Operational conditions
| Operating temperature (T-T) | 0 - 40 °C |
| Operating relative humidity (H-H) | 10 - 90 % |