I have been a fan of Ken Rockwell for many years, but do not take all he says as Gospel. He is often writing, tongue in cheek, and you need to decide when this is happening. For example his Article - Digital killed my Tripod
http://www.kenrockwell.com/tech/digi...-my-tripod.htm
I do not agree with him. I still carry and use mine especially for Architecture and Landscape work. I'm using pro lenses like the 24 mm PC-E Nikkor, and the 12-24 mm & 24-70 mm AFs f2,8 Nikkors - but I still stick them on a tripod. And I shoot in RAW + Large jpeg. The RAW files are there if you need to do serious editing. I'd rather keep them on disc and seldom use them than miss an opportunity to turn a good shot into a superb shot ....... not that I have ever taken any good shots..........