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Canon PowerShot 16MP 30X Optical Zoom Digital Camera (SX500IS) - Black

  • Model Number: SX500 IS BLK
  • WebID: 10221895
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Canon PowerShot 16MP 30X Optical Zoom Digital Camera (SX500IS) - Black
 

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The 16MP Canon PowerShot SX500 IS packs an astounding 30x optical zoom into a compact, easily portable design. The result is a camera, small enough to take everywhere, that lets you zoom in close even if you're far away. The Optical Image Stabilizer ensures your photos are clear and crisp at any zoom length and you can also capture stunningly sharp 720p HD videos.

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  • Amazingly powerful 30x optical zoom and 24mm wide-angle lens lets you capture brilliant images, whether you're close up or far away

  • 16.0 megapixel sensor and Canon DIGIC 4 Image Processor takes sharp, clear photos

  • Shoot intensely detailed 720p HD videos with stereo sound using the dedicated movie button - you can even zoom while shooting

  • Use the HDMI output to connect the SX500 IS to your TV and enjoy your photos and videos on the largest screen in your home

  • Large 3.0" LCD with 461,000 dots makes it easy to line up your shots and review them afterwards

  • Smart AUTO analyzes the situation and intelligently selects the proper settings based on 32 pre-defined shooting qualifications so you end up with the best possible image or video

  • Intelligent IS automatically chooses between six different modes for the best image stabilization results, so you'll get smooth, shake-free images

  • Enhanced Zoom Framing Assist button helps you track and capture subjects when you're engaged in super telephoto photography

  • High Speed AF provides quick focus times, so you'll get a clear image even during fast-action situations

  • Compact, portable body with rounded corners and angled grips for a nice fit in your hand

What's in the Box

  • Digital Camera PowerShot SX500 IS
  • Neck Strap NS-DC11
  • Lens Cap
  • Battery Pack NB-6L (E) (with Terminal Cap)
  • Battery Charger CB-2LY
  • Interface Cable IFC-400PCU
  • Digital Camera Solution Disk VTBD

Manufacturer's Warranty

  • Parts - 1 Year(s)
  • Labour - 1 Year(s)

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Image Sensor
Sensor Type CCD
Sensor Size 7.76 mm
Total Pixels 16.6MP
Effective Pixels 16MP
Image Processor DIGIC 4
Lens
Optical Zoom 30X
Digital Zoom 60X Zoom Plus (Full Res) 120X Max
Focus Range 0 cm - Infinity
Focus Lock Y
Focal Length 4.3 mm - 129 mm
35 mm Equivalent 24 mm - 720 mm
Autofocus System TTL AF with Manual Focus
Viewfinder & Monitor
Viewfinder Type Information Not Available
LCD Monitor 3.0 Inches TFT
LCD Monitor Resolution 461000 dots
Brightness Adjustment 5 Levels
Flash
Built-in Flash Yes
Auto Flash Mode Yes
Red-Eye Reduction Flash Mode Yes
Flash On/Off Mode Yes
Fill-in Flash Mode Yes
Slow Synchro Yes
Other Flash Modes N/A
Flash Range 50 cm - 5 m
Flash Exposure Compensation +;- 2 Stops in 1/3 Increments
Aperture & Exposure
Aperture Range f/3.4 - f/5.8 (f/8.0 Max)
Shutter Speed Range 15 - 1/1600 Seconds
Evaluative Metering Mode Yes
Centre-Weighted Average Metering Mode Yes
Spot Metering Mode Yes
Other Metering Modes Information Not Available
ISO Sensitivity ISO100 - 1600
Exposure Compensation +/-2 in 1/3 Steps
Image Stabilization Optical - Intelligent IS
White Balance Modes 1 Auto; Daylight; Cloudy; Tungsten; Fluorescent; Fluorescent H; Custom
White Balance Modes 2 Information Not Available
Still Image Features
Auto Mode Yes
Manual Modes Yes
Portrait Mode Yes
Night Mode Yes
Macro Mode Yes
Number of Preset Scene Modes Live View Control; Portrait; Face self timer; Low Light; Fish-Eye; Miniature; Toy camera; Monochrome; Super Vivid; Poster Effect; Snow; Fireworks; Discreet; Auto Movie Mode; Standard Movie Mode; iFrame Movie Mode;
Other Shooting Modes 1 Information Not Available
Other Shooting Modes 2 Information Not Available
Face Detection Yes
Self-Timer Off; 2 Seconds; 10 Seconds; custom
Continuous Shooting - Highest Quality Yes
Continuous Shooting - Medium Quality Information Not Available
Continuous Shooting - Lowest Quality Information Not Available
In-Camera Effects
Red-Eye Removal Yes
Black & White Yes
Sepia Yes
Other In-Camera Effects See scene modes
Video Features
Video Modes Auto (21 Scenes); Standard; iFrame
Special Video Modes Information Not Available
Frame Rate @ 1024 x 768 Resolution Information Not Available
Frame Rate @ 800 x 600 Resolution Information Not Available
Frame Rate @ 640 x 480 Resolution 1.5 fps/ 3 fps/ 6 fps/ 30 fps
Frame Rate @ 320 x 240 Resolution Information Not Available
Frame Rate @ 160 x 120 Resolution Information Not Available
Frame Rate @ Other Resolutions 1280 x 720 (25 fps; 5 fps; 2.5 fps; 1.25 fps)
Sound Quality 48kHz; 16-bit; Linear PCM Stereo
Storage
Internal Memory No
Digital Storage Media SD; SDHC; SDXC
Included Storage Medium Size No
Still Image File Formats JPEG (EXIF 2.3)
Movie File Formats MOV (H.264)
Image Quality Modes L; M; M1; M2; S
Resolution - Highest Quality Mode 4608 X 3456
Resolution - Medium Quality Mode 1600 x 1200
Resolution - Lowest Quality Mode 640 x 480
Images per 1 GB (Highest Resolution) 141 Images
Minutes of Video per 1 GB (Highest Res.) 6.5 Mins
Playback
Image Playback Modes 1 Image Only; Index (2x); Focus Checker; Info Screen (2x); Slide Show; Category Search
Image Playback Modes 2 Information Not Available
Movie Playback Modes Information Not Available
Interfaces
Computer Interface Hi-Speed USB
Video Output HDMI; AV Out
Audio Output HDMI; AV Out
PictBridge Yes
Other Connection Type No
Power
AC Adapter Optional
Battery Type & Quantity Battery Pack NB-6L
Auto Off Function Yes
Shooting Capacity Up to 195 Images
Playback Time Up to 4 Hours
Included Software
Computer Compatibility PC; Mac
System Requirements Intel Core2Duo 1.83GHz or Higher (2GB of RAM or More)
Physical Features
Colour Black
Body Construction Information Not Available
Waterproof No
Freezeproof No
Shockproof No
Crushproof No
Dimensions - Width 10.9 cm
Dimensions - Height 8 cm
Dimensions - Depth 10.4 cm
Weight (with Batteries) 318 g
What's in the Box?
Warranty Labour 1 Year(s)
Warranty Parts 1 Year(s)

1 Customer Reviews for Canon PowerShot 16MP 30X Optical Zoom Digital Camera (SX500IS) - Black

Average Overall rating

4.2 / 5
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5.0
  • John C.
  • from Ajax, ON
  • Nov 22, 2012

Excellent Value and Quality Pictures

Bought this camera for my wife becuase she wanted a DSLR but we just couldn't afford it right now. Needless to say, it is much easier to use than it looks. Mega Zoom works like a charm too. Wife is happy. And as the old saying goes, Happy Wife, Happy Life.