Canon EOS 500D vs Canon EOS Kiss M2
This is a full comparison between the cameras Canon EOS 500D and Canon EOS Kiss M2. We compare them by looking at the categories you see below.
Manufacturing
These cameras are both manufactured by Canon.
Canon EOS 500D were released 2009 and Canon EOS Kiss M2 was released 2020. That is a 11 years difference. In tech, this period can be of interest since technology is always improving, etc.Camera | Released |
Canon EOS 500D | 2009 |
Canon EOS Kiss M2 | 2020 |
Type of camera
Canon EOS 500D is a DSLR camera while Canon EOS Kiss M2 is a Mirrorless camera. More information about their differences will come soon.
Sensors / crop factor
Both these cameras have the same sorts of sensor (called "Canon APS-C") which means that if you compare these cameras side by side the lenses will also have the same experienced focal length. Neither of the cameras has a Full frame sensor which means that you will get a "crop factor" where the camera's sensor size affect the focal length with a multiplier.
Camera | Focal length, 50mm f/1.8 ** |
Canon EOS 500D | 80 mm Canon APS-C sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.6 |
Canon EOS Kiss M2 | 80 mm Canon APS-C sensor Crop factor/focal length multiplier by * 1.6 |
** Experienced focal length when using a lens such as a common "50mm f/1.8"
Learn more about crop factor and focal length multiplier here:
Camera selection can affect the focal length (Canon)
Resolution
Canon EOS 500D has a 15,1 MP (Megapixels) resolution while Canon EOS Kiss M2 has 24 MP. If we break down this in more detail this is the data behind the numbers:
Camera | Megapixels |
Canon EOS 500D |
15,1 MP
15054336 pixels 4752 x 3168 |
Canon EOS Kiss M2 |
24 MP
24000000 pixels 6000 x 4000 |
Canon EOS Kiss M2 has a 59 % larger resolution than Canon EOS 500D. This could give you more details in the picture but also a possibility to crop more in the pictures, afterward while editing the pictures, if needed that is.
ISO range
Canon EOS Kiss M2 has a larger ISO-range than Canon EOS 500D. Canon EOS Kiss M2 has an ISO range that stretches from 100 to 25600 while Canon EOS 500D has 100 to 12800.
Camera | ISO Range |
Canon EOS 500D | 100-12800 |
Canon EOS Kiss M2 | 100-25600 |
Autofocus and lens compatibility
Both of these cameras have a built-in autofocus motor. Some lenses, that support autofocus, do not have an autofocus motor of their own but this won't cause any problems with these two cameras.
Worth mentioning is that Canon EOS Kiss M2 belongs to the Canon EOS M-system and needs an adapter to work with Canons EF, EF-S, MP-E, and TS-E lenses. You can read more about this adapter here:
Canon Lens Mount Adapter EF-EOS M
Here is a complete overview of which lenses work with each camera:
Lens compatibility chart for Canon EOS 500D
Lens compatibility chart for Canon EOS Kiss M2
Pictures per second
Depending on what you are shooting the FPS, or frames/pictures per second, can definitely be of interest. Canon EOS 500D can shoot up to 3,4 pictures per seconds and Canon EOS Kiss M2 can shoot up to 10 pictures per seconds.
Camera | FPS (Frames per second) |
Canon EOS 500D | 3,4 |
Canon EOS Kiss M2 | 10 |
Ability to record movies
It is becoming more and more popular to record movies with digital cameras.
In this case, both Canon EOS 500D and Canon EOS Kiss M2 can shoot movies.
Weight
The weight of the camera can be an extremely important factor, especially if the camera is about to be used, or carried around, for several hours at a time.
Canon EOS 500D weighs 520 gr (equal to 1.15 lb) which is 34% heavier than Canon EOS Kiss M2 and its 387 gr (or 0.85 lb).
Camera | Weight |
Canon EOS 500D | 520 gr 1.15 lb |
Canon EOS Kiss M2 | 387 gr 0.85 lb |
Canon EOS 500D vs Canon EOS Kiss M2 Specs
Below you will find the complete and detailed technical specs for both Canon EOS 500D and Canon EOS Kiss M2, next to each other. Each category of data is a link to an article covering the subject, giving you a deeper understanding so you can better understand the strengths and weaknesses of the two camera models.
Product |
Canon EOS 500D |
Canon EOS Kiss M2 |
Name | Canon EOS 500D | Canon EOS Kiss M2 |
Manufacturer | Canon | Canon |
Release Date and Price |
Canon EOS 500D |
Canon EOS Kiss M2 |
Release Year | 2009 | 2020 |
Release Date | 2009-03-25 | 2020-10-14 |
MSRP | 1599 USD | 599 USD |
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Camera Type |
Canon EOS 500D |
Canon EOS Kiss M2 |
Camera Type | DSLR | Mirrorless |
Sensor |
Canon EOS 500D |
Canon EOS Kiss M2 |
Sensor Size | APS-C (approx 22.3 x 14.9 mm) | APS-C (approx 22.3 x 14.9 mm) |
Sensor Type | CMOS | CMOS |
Resolution | 4752 x 3168 pixels | 6000 x 4000 pixels |
Megapixels | 15,1 MP | 24 MP |
Image Processor | DIGIC 4 | DIGIC 8 |
Image |
Canon EOS 500D |
Canon EOS Kiss M2 |
ISO Range | 100 - 12800 | 100 - 25600 |
White Balance Presets | 6 | 7 |
Custom White Balance | Yes | Yes |
Image Stabilization | Yes | No |
Image Stabilization CIPA Rating | 0 stops | 0 stops |
Uncompressed format | RAW | RAW |
Optics & Focus |
Canon EOS 500D |
Canon EOS Kiss M2 |
Autofocus Motor | Yes | Yes |
Autofocus |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Selective Single Point Single Continuous Face Detection LiveView |
Contract Detect (sensor) Phase Detect Multi Area Center Selective Single Point Tracking Single Continuous Touch Face Detection LiveView |
Focus Points | 9 | 143 |
Lens Mount |
Canon EF Canon EF-S See Compatible Lenses |
Canon EF-M See Compatible Lenses |
Focal Length Multiplier |
APS-C Sensor 1.6x multiplier Example: 24 mm becomes 38 mm 50 mm becomes 80 mm 100 mm becomes 160 mm 200 mm becomes 320 mm |
APS-C Sensor 1.6x multiplier Example: 24 mm becomes 38 mm 50 mm becomes 80 mm 100 mm becomes 160 mm 200 mm becomes 320 mm |
Screen & Viewfinder |
Canon EOS 500D |
Canon EOS Kiss M2 |
Articulated LCD | Fixed | Fully articulated |
Screen size | 3” | 3” |
Screen dots | 920000 | 1040000 |
Touch screen | No | Yes |
Screen type | TFT color LCD | TFT LCD |
Live view | Yes | No |
Viewfinder Type | Optical (pentamirror) | Electronic |
Viewfinder Coverage | 95% | 100% |
Viewfinder Magnification | 0.87× (0.54× 35mm equiv.) | 0.62x |
Viewfinder Resolution | N/A | 2360000 |
Photography features |
Canon EOS 500D |
Canon EOS Kiss M2 |
Frames per second | 3,4 fps | 10 fps |
Minimum Shutter Speed | 30 seconds | 30 seconds |
Maximum Shutter Speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Built-in Flash | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Flash Range | 13 meters | 5 meters |
External Flash | Yes | Yes |
Self-Timer | Yes | Yes |
Time-lapse | Yes | Yes |
Metering modes |
Multi Center Weighted Spot |
Multi Center Weighted Spot |
Exposure Compensation | +/- 2 (at 1/3 EV, 1/2 EV steps) | +/- 3 (at 1/3 EV steps) |
Videography features |
Canon EOS 500D |
Canon EOS Kiss M2 |
Video recording | Yes | Yes |
Video format |
H.264 |
MPEG4 H.264 |
Video resolution |
1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 |
1280 x 720 1920 x 1080 3840 x 2160 |
Built-in Microphone | Yes | Yes |
Built-in Speakers | No | Yes |
Storage |
Canon EOS 500D |
Canon EOS Kiss M2 |
Memory Card |
SD/SDHC |
SD/SDHC |
Connectivity |
Canon EOS 500D |
Canon EOS Kiss M2 |
HDMI Output | Yes | Yes |
Microphone Port | No | Yes |
Headphone Port | No | No |
Wireless |
Yes Eye-Fi Connected |
Yes Built-in (802.11b/g/n + Bluetooth) |
Remote Control | Yes (E3 connector, InfraRed) | Yes (via smartphone) |
GPS | No | No |
Body & Dimensions |
Canon EOS 500D |
Canon EOS Kiss M2 |
Enviromentally sealed | No | No |
Battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery Details |
Lithium-Ion LP-E5 rechargeable battery & charger
|
LP-E12 lithium-ion battery & charger
|
Battery Life (CIPA) | 440 shots | 305 shots |
Width | 129 mm | 116 mm |
Height | 98 mm | 88 mm |
Depth | 62 mm | 59 mm |
Weight | 520 gram | 387 gram |