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Larger sensor
35mm
vs
APS-C
More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
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Bigger pixels
~ 6.00
vs
3.92 microns
Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
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Fast startup
~1.10
vs
1.8 sec
Faster startup lets you catch the moment
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Built-in GPS
GPS
vs
None
Geotag your photos
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Top deck display
Yes
vs
No
Check settings with a screen on top of the camera
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Thinner
39 mm
vs
59 mm
Thinner
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Higher max flash sync
1/250
vs
1/160 sec
Reduce the effect of ambient light in flash shots
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More viewfinder magnification
0.80x
vs
0.70x
Get a bigger view of the scene through the eye-level viewfinder
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Dual card slots
Yes
vs
No
Gives you more storage flexibility
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Headphone jack
Yes
vs
No
Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
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Lacks anti-aliasing filter
No Filter
vs
Filter
Enjoy sharper photos
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Longer exposure
60
vs
30 sec
Long exposures for night shots
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Bigger JPEG buffer
Unlimited
vs
87 shots
Take more JPEG shots before waiting (burst mode)
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Faster shutter
1/16000
vs
1/4000 sec
Shoot wide open in bright light
