Camera suggestions for hill walking/backpacking? weatherproof?

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Hi,

I currently own...

Sony A65 body
Sony 16-105mm Lens (SAL16105)
Sony 35mm Prime Lens (SAL35F18)

...which I rarely use :(

I've only used it a couple of times this year, as I generally don't end up taking it places as I always feel its either too big and heavy to carry, or just too expensive/precious to take walking/cycling when it could rain. So I'm thinking it's time to sell up and get something more suitable.

I do a fair bit of hiking/cycling (in all weathers) and also like to go on adventure/travelling holidays. My requirements are...
Size = I'm thinking bridge camera size or smaller, so I can fit it in a small walking/cycling camelbak bag
Protection = Been looking at the weatherproof and waterproof camera's, but open to suggestions
Quality = Presume it will be below my current Sony A65, but want it better than my mobiles otherwise no point carrying it (phones = latest iphone and Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge).
New or 2nd Hand = happy with either

Give me your ideas/options/suggestions please. So far, I've found the Panasonic FZ300 which looks promising, but I'm sure there are more/better options!

Cheers

PS. Don't really have a budget, as I'll be selling the above to fund it (and could add a bit if really needed, but doubt it will be).
 
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