My response is that it is time to buy a new camera when the one you have no longer allows you to take the images you want. What I mean is that if the camera you have is working great, and you are getting the images you want, then you really don't need a new camera. The newer cameras offer more features, higher MegaPixels, and updated software. Usually a new camera is a want, not a need. Of course your old one is broken, you need something new.
On the other hand, if the camera is not giving you the images you want because it lacks feature(s) you would use often, then it is a good time to look at newer cameras.
For example the Canon 60d does not do time lapse images, through the menu. The 7dMK2 does. The 7dMK2 also has HDR and multiple exposure capability. So if you would use these features, the 7dMK2 is a good choice.
Do you want a small lightweight camera with a fixed zoom lens, or a Digital SLR (DSLR) with interchangeable lenses. The small lightweight cameras are easy to carry around, and can be packed with many of the features of a DSLR.
The DSLR offers a wide variety of lenses and other accessories so you can do just about anything you want, if you have funds for lenses and accessories.
For most what most people photograph, there is not enough difference in images quality to worry about. Both types will take great photos.
A Few Things to Consider
1. Do you want a camera that is light, easy to carry with you, and easy to use.
2. What do you photograph most. A DSLR excels at sports and action photography, and low light capabilities.
3. What is your budget, especially how much to spend on lenses, flashes and other accessories
4, Do you print images larger than 8x10 frequently
5. Is being able to change lenses important to you.
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