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Firstly, I also use Fuji X cameras, which have EVFs so am familiar with their merits. In particular, the ability to see the affect of exp comp. I don't find they afford any greater assistance in composing images than a DSLR. In fact the viewfinder in the FX bodies is far superior in light gathering, clarity, colour fidelity and overal size. So I am a bit bemused why you think the canons EVF is any better than the OVF of the D3300?
If you are however referring to the DSLRs Live View feature on the back screen...I TOTALLY agree.
For me, one of the biggest advantage of a bridge camera over the DSLR is the ability to shoot movies through the viewfinder. The Nikon Live View LCD screen is a joke for movies.
Having just bought my wife a top end Panasonic bridge camera I have to say that it is so good, I myself wonder why I bother with DSLRs anymore!
The Leica lens is excellent. The zoom range impressive in a compact lightweight package. The images are very impressive. And as I say, handheld movies are much more stable pressed to the face with a viewfinder than at arms length on a poorly lit LCD rear screen.
The main advantage DSLRs offer over all bridge cameras is the ability to clip on large telephotos....if that's what you need. It's true that some bridge cameras can have slower total response times (ie start up+focus acquisition+ firing) and they may be less durable or weather proofed.
Also, in the case of the Panasonic, the menus, adjustment steps and control terminology are a bit confusing...but after using Nikons for many years one has 'grown up' with their way of doing things. So it may just be a case of perseverance with Panasonics way of doing it.
So, Maurice, don't be too surprised if when you weigh up all the pros and cons, you decide a bridge camera on balance may be sufficient for your needs.
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Eric