Alright, I'm not a /p/hag but maybe you guys will be helpful to someone genuinely in need.

I came across an epic travel deal and now am going on a 3 week trip overseas in less than 3 weeks. I don't have a camera other than an old FZ28 whos batteries probably last 30mins by now. I was thinking about just taking my iPhone, but then started looking into older DSLRs and some of these are pretty cheap. Did some searching in the archives, people recommend the D3300/D5300/D7200. Everyone says D7200 or bust, but the size and weight look burdensome.

Basically, if I have a limit of $300-350, is it worth taking a D3300 or D5300 kit along?

Something like this https://www.ebay.com/itm/146718348555
or this https://www.ebay.com/itm/167739606250

I'm leaning towards the D5300 since it's all the same prices and the swivel screen might come in handy. I saw some say the D5500 is gimped, but can't see how.

Any advice?