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Larger sensor
1/1.63 inch
vs
1/2.3 inch
More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
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Bigger pixels
~ 2.15
vs
1.34 microns
Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
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Larger lens aperture
f/1.8
vs
f/2.8
Take photos in low-light or isolate your subject
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RAW file ability
Yes
vs
No
Gives you more flexibility to develop your photos later
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Fast startup
~1.50
vs
3.5 sec
Faster startup lets you catch the moment
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Integrated ND filter
Yes
vs
No
Shoot in daylight with a large aperture or slow shutter
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Hot shoe
Hot shoe
vs
None
Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
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Longer exposure
60
vs
16 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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Higher extended ISO
6400
vs
3200 ISO
Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility