Canon Digital IXUS 500 Point & Shoot Camera
The Canon Digital IXUS 500 is a 5MP 1/1.8 inch compact camera — with 480p video. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.
Canon Digital IXUS 500 Point & Shoot Camera
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Camera Overview — Canon Digital IXUS 500
Key Features — Canon Digital IXUS 500
5MP 1/1.8-Inch Sensor: A relatively large sensor format for its era, delivering 2592x1944 pixel images with reasonable detail for prints and everyday use.
Compact Metal Body: Measures 87 x 57 x 28 mm and weighs 215g, offering genuine pocketability without sacrificing a solid, durable feel.
9-Point Contrast Detection AF: Multi-point autofocus system provides broader subject coverage across the frame compared to single-point systems.
Optical Tunnel Viewfinder: Allows framing without the LCD, which also extends battery life to approximately 440 shots per charge.
Five In-Camera Color Profiles: Standard, Vivid, Neutral, Sepia, and Black & White options let you apply a finished look directly in-camera at capture.
CompactFlash Storage: Uses CF cards for image storage, which are widely available and offered reliable read/write performance for cameras of this generation.
Camera Specifications — Canon Digital IXUS 500
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Use Cases | Travel |
| Type | Point and Shoot |
| Sensor | 1/1.8 inch |
| Resolution | 5MP |
| ISO Range | 50 – 400 |
| AF System | Contrast Detection |
| AF Points | 9 points |
| Max Photo Resolution | 2592x1944 |
| Burst Rate | 2.2 fps |
| Max Video Resolution | 480p |
| Max Frame Rate | Other |
| Image Stabilization | None |
Description — Canon Digital IXUS 500
The Canon Digital IXUS 500 is a point-and-shoot compact camera built for simplicity and portability. The body is constructed from metal, measuring 87 x 57 x 28 mm and weighing 215g, keeping it slim enough for a jacket pocket. It houses a 5MP sensor in a 1/1.8-inch format, with a maximum capture resolution of 2592 x 1944 pixels.
The 1.5-inch TFT LCD with 118,000 dots sits alongside an optical tunnel viewfinder for flexible framing options. Autofocus uses a contrast detection system across 9 points. The ISO range spans 50 to 400, and five color profiles — Standard, Vivid, Neutral, Sepia, and Black & White — allow basic in-camera processing.
Burst shooting is available at up to 2.2fps. The built-in flash supports Auto, On, Off, and Red-eye reduction modes. Storage is via CompactFlash, connectivity is through USB, and the Lithium-Ion NB-1LH battery delivers approximately 190 shots (LCD on) or 440 shots (LCD off).
There is no image stabilization and no wireless connectivity.
Pros — Canon Digital IXUS 500
- ✓Compact metal body at 87 x 57 x 28 mm and 215g — genuinely pocketable and durable
- ✓5MP resolution with a 1/1.8-inch sensor type offers a respectably sized capture area for this camera class
- ✓9-point contrast detection autofocus system provides multi-point subject coverage
Cons — Canon Digital IXUS 500
- ✗No image stabilization of any kind — neither in-body nor digital
- ✗ISO tops out at 400, limiting performance in low-light situations
- ✗Video maxes out at 480p at 10fps, which is very limited even for casual use
Videos — Canon Digital IXUS 500
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