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Less expensive
$499 vs
$899
Save money for lenses or accessories
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Larger sensor
APS-C
vs
APS-C
More sensor area. Bigger is (generally) better.
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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
~ 4.29
vs
3.72 microns
Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
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NFC
Yes
vs
No
Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
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Pentaprism viewfinder
Pentaprism
vs
Pentamirror
Much better viewfinder picture fidelity
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Optional anti-aliasing filter
Optional
vs
Fixed
Lets you choose sharper photos or reduced moiré
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Faster shutter
1/6000
vs
1/4000 sec
Shoot wide open in bright light