Canon EOS 500D vs Sony SLT-A33
Prices & availability
Specification comparison
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| Specification | Canon EOS 500D | Sony SLT-A33 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | ||
| Type (difference) | DSLR | SLT |
| Sensor | ||
| Sensor format | APS-C | APS-C |
| Resolution (MP) (difference) | 15 MP | 14 MP |
| Mount | ||
| Mount (difference) | Canon EF / EF-S | Sony A |
| Performance | ||
| Burst (difference) | 3.4 fps | 7.0 fps |
| Video (difference) | 1080p 20 | 1080i 60 |
| IBIS (difference) | No | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Release year (difference) | 2009 | 2010 |
| Price (€) (difference) | €900 | €600 |
Verdict
Pick the Sony SLT-A33 if you prioritize faster burst shooting and in-body stabilization for handheld stills or smoother 1080i video, especially at its lower price. The Canon EOS 500D stays the better choice if you need slightly higher resolution or prefer the optical viewfinder and 24p-like 1080p20 footage over interlaced video.