You're a defensive bunch.... Is it normal forum etiquette to pick holes in every comment?
- I renew my cameras every 2-3 years
- I want to buy into the RF system (Lenses)
- Canon don't make an R camera (yet) that is up to the job (for me)
Since when is a straightforward question "defensive" or an attempt to "pick holes" in any comment? I haven't followed "every comment" of yours! In fact, I was sincerely trying to understand your frustration and anxiety. I've felt it, but then thought things through and calmed down.
I was hoping you'd be more specific, perhaps stating a feature that you feel keeps you behind your own competition. For me, IBIS comes to mind, as my hands aren't getting steadier, and I do love the Rf primes. And I've mentioned, even complained several times the past few weeks, that the R is a great niche camera, if your niche is portraits or still-lifes or landscapes in decent weather; otherwise, I believe its EVF is still too laggy in AI Servo during burst mode. (I find that subjects moving even a little quickly get too far ahead of what is being jerkily displayed.)
But the R does work spectacularly with the primes for portraiture and detail shots. Its AF is the most precise I've ever used. It does what it does, and for all else, I have the 5DIV with a couple of IS lenses, plus the also spectacular ef 35mm f/1.4L II.
That said, a fast ultra-wide with very low distortion is something I've never owned. I'm interested! (But not in a rush.)
Buying new models of bodies every 2-3 years would be excessive for me, but I'm sure any camera company would love such customers! I bought the R specifically for the 50mm 1.2 and 85mm 1.2, but I could certainly produce great work with "just" a 5DIV and a few ef lenses.
Gear has never held me back, though of course I enjoy discussing and occasionally getting my hands on the best available. In my opinion, people skills, enthusiasm, organization, and persistence are much more important in this business than having bleeding edge tech for photography. So is humility. For all our knowledge, artistry, and efforts, most of us are considered to be "hired help," even if we are paid well. Furthermore, photography techniques can be learned and improved much more easily (for people such as myself) than can people skills!