I can't answer this question with any technical knowledge, but I think no matter how big the 500d is, if it has video capability, I'd do that. I miss more than anything having my Fuji that did video. It was high-quality, easy because it stayed streamlined (video and photo on the same camera card) and everything was in one unit. If there is no difference between the cameras for you, I'd go with the one that does both. Next time I upgrade my dSLR body I'm buying one that does video, too.
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Sarah 
Equipment: Canon T2i (550D) with 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6, 55-250mm f/4-5.6, 50mm f/1.8, and 400mm f/5.6L lenses
Software: Windows 7, PSE 10 (Editor), PSE 6 (Organizer), and PSCS 4
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