Not with OM or Panasonic. If the camera is stated as weatherproof, it is weatherproof. That usually means wind, dust, and snow too (at least it is for my former E-M5 and for my present E-M1 mkII and mkIII). There are still videos of an E-M1 sitting for a half hour in a shower. And once wiped relatively dry, kept right on taking pictures. And I have been literally soaked down to my underwear and socks and still shooting in the rain. I should have taken a picture of all the other cameras being kept out of the rain and not being used in Mikonos. And when on a cruise, one shoots because that is the time one is there - sunny weather or not.

I haven't read through the entire thread but I am recommending the Sony RX 10IV. It is the most under rated camera made. It is not cheap on face value but once you think about it, it is a great buy since you will not need to buy any extra lenses. It has a 24-600mm Carls Zeiss Zoom lens that can be doubled 1200 digital. It will do anything that a non bridge camera can do. It has amazing autofocus and a 1 inch sensor. This camera is not very heavy and is great for street photography. The reason why Sony will probably never come out with a V, is because if they promoted this camera, it would destroy their lens sales.

This is a great camera for wildlife as well since it can shoot in burst. Yes it is around $1698.00 but you will not need any extra lenses. This camera is perfect if you do not want to carry extra weight. It has a built in flash that is very strong.

I recommend that you check it out in a camera store or order one from someplace like B&H where you can return it if you do not like it. I have only touch on a few of its positive. The main downside of the camera is that there is a learning curve to lean how to use its menu.

https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1368989-REG/sony_cyber_shot_dsc_rx10_iv_digital.html

I hope that your health situation improves and that you have a great time in you travels.

Small and lightweight is at odds with top quality images. The more of 1, the less of the other. The 1" pocketable or bridge cameras are in the middle with good quality and lightweight. I favor the Panasonic offerings because of the bang for buck. The ZS100 (aka TZ100) or ZS200D pocketable or the FZ1000 or FZ2500 bridge cameras in particular. The much more expensive Sony models competing are the RX100vii pocketable or the RX10iv bridge. I wonder if the pop-up EVF on the RX100 is too weak to stand up to rough handling. Also, some comment that the Sony menus are not very intuitive. However, they may have slightly better quality images.

The 1" sensor models are much better than the 1/2.3" alternatives (in similar packages) in having lower noise levels, especially important in low light situations.
The bridge models have more "reach" with zooms that go further into the tele range but are bigger.

I own the ZS100 and love it. The only drawbacks for me is that the built-in flashes on pocketables aren't very strong, and my subjects need long lenses, so I also have the ZS80, a 1/2.3" model which allows for longer "reach".

Recently retired with a disability. Got some horrific health news last month. Rather than sit around we are traveling.
Need help purchasing a new camera capable of supporting my love of street and landscape photography.
Criteria: 1. Has to be budget friendly…not lowest and not highest $. 2. Travel friendly meaning light weight and durable 3. Thinking I’d like the camera body then 2 lens…one for street and one to assist with more reach in landscape. 4. Not really into video capabilities. 5. Must have a viewfinder. 6. I have an iPhone 14 pro which works great until it doesn’t in bright light when you can’t see the screen.
I’m used to low end Nikon DSLRs in the 500 series and canon better point and shoot. My skill level is mid level amateur with on going love to learn more. My existing equipment is beat hence the need to buy something newer.
My goal is to document our travels. I love making Blurb books so the photos are for documenting our travels for the grandkids. I do frame some pictures so definitely capturing quality images is a must.
I have major surgery this coming week and I’m hoping your help will get me motivated to heal more quickly. As soon as I’m cleared we are going until the money wears out or I do.
Sorry if I will not be able to respond to your questions. Hopefully I’ve given you enough to help. I love this site and you all are incredibly giving people. Thank you for all the good tips over the years.
Don’t put off that big trip and forget about the $. I want to see the things I have put off for way too long.

Recently retired with a disability. Got some horrific health news last month. Rather than sit around we are traveling.
Need help purchasing a new camera capable of supporting my love of street and landscape photography.
Criteria: 1. Has to be budget friendly…not lowest and not highest $. 2. Travel friendly meaning light weight and durable 3. Thinking I’d like the camera body then 2 lens…one for street and one to assist with more reach in landscape. 4. Not really into video capabilities. 5. Must have a viewfinder. 6. I have an iPhone 14 pro which works great until it doesn’t in bright light when you can’t see the screen.
I’m used to low end Nikon DSLRs in the 500 series and canon better point and shoot. My skill level is mid level amateur with on going love to learn more. My existing equipment is beat hence the need to buy something newer.
My goal is to document our travels. I love making Blurb books so the photos are for documenting our travels for the grandkids. I do frame some pictures so definitely capturing quality images is a must.
I have major surgery this coming week and I’m hoping your help will get me motivated to heal more quickly. As soon as I’m cleared we are going until the money wears out or I do.
Sorry if I will not be able to respond to your questions. Hopefully I’ve given you enough to help. I love this site and you all are incredibly giving people. Thank you for all the good tips over the years.
Don’t put off that big trip and forget about the $. I want to see the things I have put off for way too long.