Canon 400D vs Olympus E-500
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Canon 400D vs Olympus E-500 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600
- No Video
- Canon EF/EF-S Mount
- 556g - 127 x 94 x 65mm
- Announced October 2006
- Additionally Known as EOS Digital Rebel XTi / EOS Kiss Digital X
- Succeeded the Canon 350D
- Updated by Canon 450D
(Full Review)
- 8MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 400 (Bump to 1600)
- No Video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 479g - 130 x 95 x 66mm
- Launched October 2005
- Also referred to as EVOLT E-500
- Later Model is Olympus E-510

Canon 400D vs Olympus E-500 Overview
On this page, we are looking at the Canon 400D versus Olympus E-500, former is a Entry-Level DSLR while the other is a Advanced DSLR by manufacturers Canon and Olympus. There is a large difference among the resolutions of the 400D (10MP) and E-500 (8MP) and the 400D (APS-C) and E-500 (Four Thirds) boast totally different sensor sizes.

The 400D was brought out 12 months after the E-500 which means that they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Canon 400D being a Compact SLR camera and the Olympus E-500 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a simple summary of how the 400D grades vs the E-500 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon 400D vs Olympus E-500 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS 400D & Olympus E-500. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon 400D Gallery & Olympus E-500 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 400D over the Olympus E-500
400D | E-500 | |||
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Launched | October 2006 | ![]() | October 2005 | Newer by 12 months |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 215k | Sharper display (+15k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus E-500 over the Canon 400D
E-500 | 400D |
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Common features in the Canon 400D and Olympus E-500
400D | E-500 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimensions | 2.5" | ![]() | 2.5" | Equal display dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Canon 400D vs Olympus E-500 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to travel with your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and measurements. The Canon 400D enjoys outside dimensions of 127mm x 94mm x 65mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.6") having a weight of 556 grams (1.23 lbs) and the Olympus E-500 has proportions of 130mm x 95mm x 66mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.6") having a weight of 479 grams (1.06 lbs).
Take a look at the Canon 400D versus Olympus E-500 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have during that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the 400D and the E-500.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the 400D and E-500 is 69 and 70 respectively.

Canon 400D vs Olympus E-500 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is difficult to envision the gap in sensor dimensions simply by viewing specs. The picture here will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the 400D and E-500.
All in all, the 2 cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The 400D due to its larger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF easier and the Canon 400D will result in more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more recent 400D will have an edge in sensor technology.

Canon 400D vs Olympus E-500 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon 400D vs Olympus E-500 Specifications
Canon EOS 400D | Olympus E-500 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Canon | Olympus |
Model type | Canon EOS 400D | Olympus E-500 |
Otherwise known as | EOS Digital Rebel XTi / EOS Kiss Digital X | EVOLT E-500 |
Category | Entry-Level DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Announced | 2006-10-14 | 2005-10-21 |
Physical type | Compact SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | APS-C | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 22.2 x 14.8mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 328.6mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 8 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 4:3 |
Peak resolution | 3888 x 2592 | 3264 x 2448 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 400 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 1600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 3 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Canon EF/EF-S | Micro Four Thirds |
Available lenses | 326 | 45 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.5" | 2.5" |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 215k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.5x | 0.45x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 60 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 3.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 12.00 m (ISO 100) | 13.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Red-eye reduction, Off | Auto, Auto FP, Manual, Red-Eye |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/200 secs | 1/180 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Highest video resolution | None | None |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 556 gr (1.23 pounds) | 479 gr (1.06 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 127 x 94 x 65mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.6") | 130 x 95 x 66mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 62 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 22.1 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.0 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 664 | not tested |
Other | ||
Self timer | Yes (10 sec (2 sec with mirror lock-up)) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | Compact Flash (Type I or II) | Compact Flash (Type I or II), xD Picture Card |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at release | $600 | $600 |