Canon 10D vs Canon 500D

Here is a extended comparison of the Canon 10D versus Canon 500D, former being a Advanced DSLR while the other is a Entry-Level DSLR and they are both built by Canon. There is a noticeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the 10D (6MP) and 500D (15MP) but they feature the same exact sensor size (APS-C).

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The 10D was revealed 7 years earlier than the 500D and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Canon 10D being a Mid-size SLR camera and the Canon 500D being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick view of how the 10D scores vs the 500D with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS 10D & Canon EOS 500D. The full galleries are viewable at Canon 10D Gallery & Canon 500D Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Canon 10D has got outside measurements of 150mm x 107mm x 75mm (5.9" x 4.2" x 3.0") and a weight of 875 grams (1.93 lbs) while the Canon 500D has proportions of 129mm x 98mm x 62mm (5.1" x 3.9" x 2.4") with a weight of 520 grams (1.15 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have during that time. Below is the front view size comparison of the 10D versus the 500D.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the 10D and 500D is 56 and 70 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizing merely by looking at specs. The graphic underneath will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the 10D and 500D.

All in all, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Canon 500D to resolve extra detail because of its extra 9MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics far more aggressively. The older 10D is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.