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Larger sensor
35mm
vs
1/2.33 inch
More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
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Bigger pixels
~ 5.94
vs
1.42 microns
Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
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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
922k
vs
460k dots
Can mean greater resolution or a brighter screen
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More pixels
24.5
vs
14.1 megapixels
Higher resolution photos
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Dual card slots
Yes
vs
No
Gives you more storage flexibility
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Bulb shutter
Bulb
vs
No bulb
Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures
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Faster shutter
1/8000
vs
1/2000 sec
Shoot wide open in bright light
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Higher extended ISO
6400
vs
1600 ISO
Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility