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I have an RX100 for a pocket camera and it takes decent photos. Noticeably better than my mobile in low light, high contrast, etc.
For various reasons I also own a Sony A5000. Better pictures than the RX100, they've got a bigger sensor in them, and you can get them for £200 or so. Still pretty compact though, although not sure if they're really necessary with you having the RX100.
What I'd probably recommend is the other one I have, Nikon D3200 (or the current model, D3400 maybe). Coupled with the F1.8 prime it takes great pictures for the price but doesn't weigh a ton. You've also the option of adding a zoom or ultra wide.
I find it better than the RX100 or A5000 for a few reasons.
A proper viewfinder is much easier to use than a screen, particularly for zoom/fast moving items.
The fast prime gives more options in low light and is also very clear.
The size/weight of the camera actually makes it a bit more stable when taking pictures. Also means the controls are a bit nicer as there is a bit more space for buttons, etc.
The cheap DSLR route will get you good pictures but it will be much bigger. My RX100 probably gets as much use as my DSLR as it's so easy to carry round.
Shooting RAW and bit of time processing the pictures afterwards will get them looking much better as well, regardless of the camera.
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I'm an out and out noob when it comes to photography, but I'm interested in it and enjoy taking okay photos on my sony rx100.
I'm going on a 3 week long trek in Nepal in autumn and have been toying with the idea of buying something 2nd hand with a bigger sensor and removable lenses - mirrorless or dslr, I'm not bothered. I'd like to capture nice family moments and landscapes.
Would I be wasting my money? I know my camera is good, would I be able to get much more out of something bigger without increasing my basically limited technical knowledge of taking photos?