I have a Canon SD800 IS that I used for years and liked just fine, but it no longer works.
To replace it I got a Nikon Coolpix AW100, but I dislike almost everything about the camera. It seemed like a good fit on paper, but the reality is that it is not a great match.
I am a novice interested in the best photo quality possible. I use the automatic or preset options.
I primarily take pictures of hotel rooms, often in low light. I don't care about video functionality and I am only slightly interested in wifi or gps. I may edit a few photos out of one hundred, but most of them will be uploaded to the web as-is.
In case it's helpful, these are the kinds of pictures that I take:
https://www.flickr.com/photos/luxurytravelworks/sets
I do care about the size of the camera and the charger - smaller is better. It doesn't have to be the smallest. I need image stabilization. I try and add close up shots to the mix whenever possible, so macro capability is also important. I prefer a rechargeable battery. Additionally, I would like a camera with somewhat intuitive, or at least logical, ergonomics. I am flexible about budget.
I have read a lot of reviews and specs.The Canon Elph 340 HS and the Canon SX280 seem like possible contenders, but neither have won me over. The Panasonic's seem popular, but I have no experience with them.
I would truly appreciate any suggestions or advice that you could offer me!
Erin