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Tilt-swivel screen
Tilt-swivel
vs
tilt-only
Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
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Larger sensor
APS-C
vs
4/3
More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
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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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More telephoto lens reach
122 mm
vs
84 mm
Capture objects farther away with the kit lens
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Top deck display
Yes
vs
No
Check settings with a screen on top of the camera
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External Mic Jack
Jack
vs
No jack
Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
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Newer
2 years
vs
4 years old
Newer cameras often support more advanced features
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Higher-res screen
540k
vs
346k pixels
More detail on the screen lets you judge focus and composition
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More pixels
40.2
vs
20.3 megapixels
Higher resolution photos
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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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Doesn't require an AA filter
Yes
vs
No
A unique sensor design provides sharp photos without moiré
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Wider angle kit lens
24 mm
vs
28 mm
Capture more of the scene with the included lens
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Longer exposure
3600
vs
60 sec
Long exposures for night shots
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Faster shutter
1/180000
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
