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Larger sensor
APS-C
vs
4/3
More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
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Eye-level viewfinder
Eye-level
vs
Rear display only
You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
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Bigger pixels
~ 4.82
vs
3.75 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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More telephoto lens reach
84 mm
vs
34 mm
Capture objects farther away with the kit lens
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External Mic Jack
Jack
vs
No jack
Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
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Shoots 24p video
Yes
vs
No
Gives your movies a big-screen feel
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Shoots 60p video
Yes
vs
No
A faster framerate can give you more editing options
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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
27 mm
vs
34 mm
Capture more of the scene with the included lens
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Bigger JPEG buffer
30
vs
16 shots
Take more JPEG shots before waiting (burst mode)
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Faster shutter
1/32000
vs
1/8000 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
