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Larger sensor
APS-C
vs
4/3
More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
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Less expensive
$750 vs
$1450 (MSRP)
Save money for lenses or accessories
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Bigger pixels
~ 4.78
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
83 mm
vs
34 mm
Capture objects farther away with the kit lens
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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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Wider angle kit lens
27 mm
vs
34 mm
Capture more of the scene with the included lens