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CHDK is not available for the Powershot SX500 IS yet

Reviews and Specifications Edit

Digic IV image processor
DryOS operating system
Sensor: 16 million effective pixels, 1/2.3 CCD (6.17 x 4.55 mm)
Max image size: 4608 x 3456
30x optical zoom lens, 24-720mm (35mm equiv), F3.4 - F5.8
4x digital zoom
ISO 100/200/400/800/1600
Optical Image Stabilization
Fixed 3 inch LCD, 461,000 pixels.
Video: H.264 MOV (QuickTime)
Video formats: 1280x720 @25 fps (HD), 640x480 @30 fps
Interfaces: Hi-speed USB, analog audio out (monaural), analog video out (NTSC/PAL) (video & audio cable not included)
Storage: SD/SDHC/SDXC
Power: Battery Pack NB-6L
Weight (with batteries): 341 g (0.75 lb / 12.03 oz)
Dimensions: 104.0 x 69.5 x 80.2mm (4.09" x 2.74" x 3.16")

The use of ver.req to determine your firmare version may not work. It is recommended you use the ACID utility to determine your firmware version.

Download location for firmware dumps:
→ P&S firmware dumps mirror