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Larger sensor
APS-C
vs
4/3
More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
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Less expensive
$499 vs
$699
Save money for lenses or accessories
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Bigger pixels
~ 3.92
vs
3.36 microns
Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
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In-camera panoramas
Yes
vs
No
Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
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On-sensor phase detect
Yes
vs
No
Usually improves live view and video AF performance
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External Mic Jack
Jack
vs
No jack
Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
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More pixels
24.2
vs
20.3 megapixels
Higher resolution photos
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Has anti-aliasing filter
Filter
vs
No Filter
Reduces unsightly moiré in photos
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Wider angle kit lens
23 mm
vs
28 mm
Capture more of the scene with the included lens
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Faster shutter
1/32000
vs
1/16000 sec
Shoot wide open in bright light
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Higher extended ISO
51200
vs
25600 ISO
Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility
