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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
~ 4.33
vs
3.77 microns
Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
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On-sensor phase detect
Yes
vs
No
Usually improves live view and video AF performance
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Higher max flash sync
1/180
vs
1/50 sec
Reduce the effect of ambient light in flash shots
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More dots on screen
1620k
vs
1037k dots
Can mean greater resolution or a brighter screen
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Hot shoe
Hot shoe
vs
None
Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
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More pixels
19.6
vs
16.0 megapixels
Higher resolution photos
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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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Bulb shutter
Bulb
vs
No bulb
Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures
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Bigger RAW buffer
14
vs
7 shots
Larger buffer for RAW shots (burst mode)
