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Larger sensor
APS-C
vs
1/2.3 inch
More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
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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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Bigger pixels
~ 3.04
vs
1.19 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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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
6 years old
Newer cameras often support more advanced features
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More dots on screen
1620k
vs
1040k 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
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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Longer exposure
3600
vs
30 sec
Long exposures for night shots
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Bulb shutter
Bulb
vs
No bulb
Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures
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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
6400 ISO
Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility
