New compact digicam

[RichardNC]

We have a Nikon 3200 but would like a smaller camera that could fit into cargo pants side pocket.
Would like it to have:
Decent optical zoom (maybe around 20x)
Optical or electronic viewfinder (have trouble with reflections in bright sun)
Price point of $400.00 or less
And, of course a good record for reliability (We usually like Canon and Nikon)
I've done a lot of reading for this but can't seem to find one that fits.
Thanks for any help.

[Shinnen]

Hi Richard,
I just asked pretty much the same question.
.... john

[RichardNC]

I had really hoped for some good advice but maybe not going to happen. Still hoping, though.

[Shinnen]

Hi Richard,
Have a look at my post here https://forums.steves-digicams.com/what-camera-should-i-buy/226270-compact-long-zoom-viewfinder-great-iq.html# Maybe it will turn up something interesting.
I think we're looking for the same camera;-).
..... john

[aleyedig]

I think you should check out the responses to my Q in late July. My price point is higher than $400, but there's some good info.
aleyedig

[Shinnen]

Hi aleyedig,
Do you have a shortcut to that post?
.... john

[aleyedig]

You should be able to find it under Forums/What camera should I buy?/Superzoom travel camera to find the replies to my original Q.
aleyedig

[Shinnen]

Thanks.
...... john

[Ozzie_Traveller]

Originally Posted by RichardNC

We have a Nikon 3200 but would like a smaller camera that could fit into cargo pants side pocket.
Would like it to have:
Decent optical zoom (maybe around 20x)
Optical or electronic viewfinder (have trouble with reflections in bright sun)
Price point of $400.00 or less
And, of course a good record for reliability (We usually like Canon and Nikon)
I've done a lot of reading for this but can't seem to find one that fits.
Thanks for any help.

G'day Richard

Just noticed this topic - may I add my 2-bob's worth here
As well as forums like this, the DP Review.com site is your best info source - it is the world's digital reference guide

This article may be of assistence too
https://www.dpreview.com/reviews/buy...eras-under-500

Hope this helps,
Phil