My birder friends are all excited about the new Nikon Coolpix P900 It has a huge optical zoom range, perfect for birding. Yes, you will need to use a tripod when the lens is fully extended, but that may be a small price to pay for being able to shoot from a long distance away from your subject. LINKS.
I like the Canon Powershot series. Depending on what features you want and your budget, you can find the exact camera that meets your needs in that series.
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