Canon EOS 30D vs Canon EOS 500D
Prices & availability
Specification comparison
Highlighted rows differ between the two models.
| Specification | Canon EOS 30D | Canon EOS 500D |
|---|---|---|
| Type | ||
| Type | DSLR | DSLR |
| Sensor | ||
| Sensor format | APS-C | APS-C |
| Resolution (MP) (difference) | 8 MP | 15 MP |
| Mount | ||
| Mount | Canon EF | Canon EF / EF-S |
| Performance | ||
| Burst (difference) | 5.0 fps | 3.4 fps |
| Video (difference) | — | 1080p 20 |
| IBIS | No | No |
| Build | ||
| Weight (g) (difference) | 700 g | — |
| Release year (difference) | 2006 | 2009 |
| Price (€) (difference) | €1,500 | €900 |
Verdict
Pick the Canon EOS 500D if you prioritize higher resolution (15.1 MP) and 1080p video capability, or need a slightly more recent model. The Canon EOS 30D stays the better choice if you prefer faster burst shooting (5 fps) and want to save 59 EUR, as the older 8.2 MP resolution remains sufficient for most non-professional uses.