Canon 500D vs Sony A65

In this article, we will be comparing the Canon 500D vs Sony A65, both Entry-Level DSLR cameras by competitors Canon and Sony. There exists a sizable gap among the resolutions of the 500D (15MP) and A65 (24MP) but they use the same exact sensor measurements (APS-C).

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The 500D was brought out 3 years before the A65 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Compact SLR).

Before we go straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the 500D scores against the A65 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS 500D & Sony SLT-A65. The entire galleries are viewable at Canon 500D Gallery & Sony A65 Gallery.

For those who are planning to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and volume. The Canon 500D has exterior dimensions 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 Sony A65 has sizing of 132mm x 97mm x 81mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") having a weight of 622 grams (1.37 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you choose at that time. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the 500D compared to the A65.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the 500D and A65 is 70 and 64 respectively.

Quite often, its hard to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by viewing specifications. The pic below may offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 500D and A65.

To sum up, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different MP. You can count on the Sony A65 to provide you with more detail having its extra 9MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs far more aggressively. The more aged 500D will be behind with regard to sensor technology.