Why is the free space different in iTunes and iPhone?

I can not download an app update because I don't have enough room on my iiPhone. I  plug it into iTunes and it says I have 3.23 GB free. Why the difference? I have synced several times.Also, I think I remember in the past the iPhone has kept some old backups on it taking up space. I can't find those now. Where would they be if they exist?
I have an iPhone 5S with the software up to date. I have an iMac with the Mavericks software and iTunes up to date.
Thanks
Carl

Simple solution. Totally erase all your music from the ipod. then try transferring it all back on, or just what you want, if not all of it. This should pretty much correct it. Good luck!

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