So, once again our thread has morphed into a Tale of Two Cities. There has been much good advice here, and as usual, I learn from everyone, even those whose comments border on satire. I appreciate everyone who contributes to expanding my knowledge.

I will offer one last comment. It doesn’t matter which brand or camera you use, whether mirrorless, DSLR, SLR, or old school 4x5 Speed Graphics. While the features in some cameras make it easier to automate the taking of photographs using modern tools (such as focus stacking, exposure, and so many others), the advice given to me from an old mentor still applies. 1. The best camera is the one you have with you. 2. If you want to take award winning photographs, then learn everything you can about the craft. 3. Learn to use all of the features your current camera has, before you go off looking for the perfect camera (which does not exist).

Not part of the trifecta mentioned above, he later told me (before he passed), when you can take good pictures with an Instamatic, you have the skills needed to be a photographer. You think that’s unrealistic? Sports Illustrated photographer David E. Klutho used a iPhone 7 Plus to photograph the Titian-Vikings NFL game on September 11, 2016. By the way, the Vikings won 25-16 after a third quarter 77-yard interception run to a touchdown.