500D

The 500D, also known as the Canon EOS Rebel T1i or EOS Kiss X3, is a 15.1-megapixel digital single-lens reflex (DSLR) camera announced by Canon on March 25, 2009. It was positioned as an entry-level to mid-range DSLR, succeeding the EOS 450D. The camera features an APS-C sized CMOS sensor and Canon's DIGIC 4 image processor. It offers a continuous shooting rate of 3.4 frames per second and can record video in Full HD (1080p) resolution at 20 frames per second, as well as standard definition video at 30 frames per second.

The 500D utilizes an 11-point autofocus system and has an ISO sensitivity range of 100-3200, expandable to 12800. A notable feature for its time was the inclusion of a 3.0-inch Clear View LCD screen with live preview capabilities, which was also used for video recording. The camera body is constructed from plastic and weighs approximately 480 grams without a battery. It uses the Canon EF and EF-S lens mounts, offering compatibility with a wide range of Canon lenses. The 500D was aimed at hobbyist photographers looking for an upgrade from point-and-shoot cameras or an earlier DSLR model.