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Larger sensor
4/3
vs
1 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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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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Bigger pixels
~ 3.34
vs
2.41 microns
Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
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Fast startup
~1.00
vs
3.2 sec
Faster startup lets you catch the moment
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Built-in Bluetooth
Yes
vs
No
Always-on wireless connectivity
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External Mic Jack
Jack
vs
No jack
Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
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Newer
5 years
vs
7 years old
Newer cameras often support more advanced features
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Hot shoe
Hot shoe
vs
None
Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
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Headphone jack
Yes
vs
No
Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
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Lacks anti-aliasing filter
No Filter
vs
Filter
Enjoy sharper photos
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Bigger JPEG buffer
Unlimited
vs
80 shots
Take more JPEG shots before waiting (burst mode)
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Bigger RAW buffer
31
vs
14 shots
Larger buffer for RAW shots (burst mode)