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Originally Posted by vandergus
I carry a satchel to work so I don't have any trouble packing a DSLR. Right now it's a D40 with a normal prime lens.
And I tend to agree with Doug Pardee about the fantasy of always being ready for "the shot". It's the type of mentality that leads to overstuffed backpacks and maxed out credit cards. I much prefer the mindset of picking a specific setup that is tailored to the types of pictures I want to take rather than packing for whatever might pop up. The former is a proactive mindset motivated by intention while the latter is reactive and makes the photographer more dependent on their environment. Not that there's no place for that type of photography. My vacation photos fall more into the reactive category, for example.
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Well, I don't carry an overstuffed backpack, nor do I own one. I take my camera and one lens with me, usually my favourite walk around. My credit card isn't maxed out either, I can assure you of that.
Again, a little perspective. I'm not a professional, I'm a hobbyist. That's all I'll ever be. Not everyone likes to pick a specific setup. I'm a retired Veteran. My hobby has nothing to do with a proactive mindset motivated by intention, nor is it reactive. I'm not dependant on my environment, nor do I wish to be. I enjoy taking photographs, period. I'm not looking to advance my photography into becoming a professional. I don't want to spend hours or days looking for something specific to photograph. I like to walk around with my camera and capture interesting things in everyday life.
Your anology probably applies more to the professional who's continuously trying to improve his business and develop specific skills or someone who wishes to take "specific" types of photographs. For the casual hobbyist, sorry but I just don't agree at all.