Advice needed - want a pistol

[jjirons69]

Never have been much of a gun person. I've had a Remington 870 12-gauge since I was a teen and I also have a Remington 22 auto rifle. That's it. I've been seriously thinking about getting a pistol within the next several months. For size and use, I'd probably be getting something in the 9 mm range. Don't think I need the power of a .38 or larger and I'd like something bigger than a .22 pistol. I'm going to use it mainly for target practicing and I'd like to have something to take camping, as well as for personal protection if that event ever happens. Nothing fancy or too high-priced, but quality and longevity. I'd like a step or so above an entry level. I am going to research but I thought you folks could start me in the right direction.