Yep.

But the sad thing is all this interest is focused on the tools rather than the output.

Like writers sitting around discussing books by what typewriter (hipster film folks) or software (mirrorless afficianados) the author used.

I don't care. I have never cared. Been a full professional for nearly 50 years and I still don't spend any time wondering about this camera or that lens. I spend my time LOOKING at photographs, not exploded camera graphics.. heh.