DA560/5,6

I wont address each of your thoughts as the thread was getting quite long.

But your point is because only some can do some task then it shouldn't be doable, and those who can should keep quiet if someone says you can't .?

I think its need and want, I'm not that good hand-holding a long lens, Not through any inability to learn but because my shooting environment makes it impractical.

But then again I can shoot accurately 500mm+ off a mono pod panning down to around 1/80.

Your right in that not all can develop the skills they require for their intended shooting but thats why its a skill in the first place surely.

Manufacturers will pander to those skills providing resources that are well balanced and fit for purpose. To expect those tools to suit Mr. (I got a BIG camera) I'm an Aaaaaarttttiiiiissst is not likely.

Photography is about expressing your view of the world through still images what equipment you choose to use is very secondary to your creative ability.

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