Canon 500D vs Canon SL2

Below is a detailed assessment of the Canon 500D vs Canon SL2, both Entry-Level DSLR digital cameras and both of them are built by Canon. There exists a sizeable gap between the resolutions of the 500D (15MP) and SL2 (24MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The 500D was brought out 9 years prior to the SL2 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact SLR).

Before diving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short introduction of how the 500D scores versus the SL2 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS 500D and Canon EOS Rebel SL2. The entire galleries are provided at Canon 500D Gallery and Canon SL2 Gallery.

In case you're going to lug around your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and volume. The Canon 500D has got external measurements of 129mm x 98mm x 62mm (5.1" x 3.9" x 2.4") having a weight of 520 grams (1.15 lbs) and the Canon SL2 has sizing of 122mm x 93mm x 70mm (4.8" x 3.7" x 2.8") and a weight of 453 grams (1.00 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have during that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the 500D versus the SL2.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 500D and SL2 is 70 and 71 respectively.

Sometimes, it is hard to picture the contrast between sensor measurements just by going over technical specs. The photograph underneath will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the 500D and SL2.

As you can tell, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should count on the Canon SL2 to deliver greater detail having its extra 9 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots more aggressively. The older 500D is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.