I have a tape measure handy. The rear display of my G9XII is 3.25x2.25 inches, that's a pretty large view finder. This model doesn't have a movable screen, so yes, there are times I might be shooting 'blind', maybe holding the camera down at my knee instead of laying on the ground myself. But, this 21st century modern technology, I can take as many digital versions as needed to get a great one. I just check my 3.25x2.25in screen and decide if I need to try again.

When you think about hiking 803 miles, with everything you need strapped to your back or in your pockets, how important would a view finder held to your eye really be?

Thank you everyone for your great suggestions. Even though many of you suggested the Sony RX100 VII, I wound up purchasing the Canon G7X Mark III.

I went to Best Buy to look at all of the suggested cameras, picked them up, held them, put them to my eye, and the G7X felt the best and easiest to use. The front grip was the clincher. It was just the most comfortable to hold and use.

I researched all of the brands on the internet with many sites suggesting Sony, Canon or Panasonic as the best. So, Photographically, any one would be fine as a travel camera, but, I found that the Canon G7X had the best feel and best grip. So, I bought the Canon G7X Mark III, on line, at B&H, and am loving it.

Thanks again for all your great suggestions and responses.