Best compact zoom lens camera

Hello Michael, You clearly need a professional quality camera, not a lightweight compact. I suggest you have a look at a Nikon V2 or V3 with the latest 70-300mm lens which (at 300 mm) results in an equivalent focal length of over 800 mm. It won’t quite fit in your pocket but it is light, compact and well-built. Also roughly $2000 – you get what you pay for. Cheers Graeme