[felix]

For the mirrorless fanboys, you might like this quote

 

As a user of a Fuji mirrorless camera, I'd say he is completely right. The X-T1 is fast enough for most purposes, but prosumer and pro DSLRs are definitely more snappy. However, I just love the no-bullshit retro ergonomics of the X-T1, where every important setting has its own dedicated and clearly visible knob or dial.

My father owns a E-M1 and it's a nice camera, but it probably takes a year or so until you have truly mastered its controls. Maybe there is such a thing as too many FN buttons? 

 

If I had to start over, my choice would depend a lot on the available budget:

Given the same budget, I'd be torn between the X-T1, D610 & 6D (+2-3 lenses), but I would probably end up with the X-T1 again. 

With a bigger budget, I'd be seriously tempted by the 5Ds and D810 + something small like a RX100M3. And lastly, with less money available, I'd consider something like a E-M10 or X-E2. 

 

Imho, DSLRs definitely still have some advantages, but only in the higher end bodies. I think mid-level DSLRs like the D5500 or Rebel series with their small and dark viewfinders are quite unattractive nowadays...