Most modern cameras do a pretty good job these days. Anything that's not full frame with a multi thousand dollar lense is going to struggle for resolution at long range, so pick one with a decent zoom that fits your budget.
Personally I would be picking a good quality micro 4/3 camera (Sony alpha series are excellent) and zoom lens but this will be much more expensive than an integrated platform.
It takes alot to wear out a camera so provided the electronics are working most recreational use cameras will keep going for years and years.
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