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Larger sensor
APS-C
vs
1 inch
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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In-Camera Image Stabilization
Yes
vs
No
Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
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Bigger pixels
~ 5.53
vs
2.41 microns
Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
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Fast startup
~0.30
vs
2.0 sec
Faster startup lets you catch the moment
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More telephoto lens reach
84 mm
vs
73 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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More dots on screen
921k
vs
461k dots
Can mean greater resolution or a brighter screen
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Less shutter lag
0.10
vs
0.35 sec
Focus and take a photo quickly (wide angle)
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Bigger JPEG buffer
30
vs
11 shots
Take more JPEG shots before waiting (burst mode)