I realize everyone has their own opinion so this may or may not help me decide what I want. Own a few SLR's and various lenses and really never use them. Last trip I took them on it was a PITA so think a bridge camera is the way to go. Have an Alaskan cruise booked and think I want to pick up a camera before we head out, otherwise all pics will be taken with the Iphone.
Sony RX10 seems like the clear choice, but I just can't stomach dropping around $1500 on it. I'd like to stay in the $500-$1000 price range. Eye balling the FZ300 & FZ1000 ii. I realize the 1000 has the 1" sensor which will make it much better in lower light situations, but the compromise is 400mm max zoom compared to 600mm on 300. I feel like maybe I am going to want more zoom on an Alaskan cruise, but then I feel like a 1" sensor is going to take better pictures. I'm not sure where the compromise is and how much zoom is too much.
Love to hear from anyone with some first hand knowledge on which, zoom or 1" sensor, would be more beneficial on my cruise. I'm also open to other brands/cameras within the price point. Thanks for the help.