Two decent dSLR each with a decent lenses will cost $10k, an iPhone is $1k, so what can be had at that for two are APS-C mirrorless at best

A canon rebel and the cheapest prime lens they offer can be had for well under 1k and will take better photos than a phone. Can’t argue with the laws of physics, its much easier to get fidelity with larger lenses and sensors.

Thanks, this is much more what I meant.

Body only no lenses

Alpha 7 III is $1,998.00, Nikon Z 6 is $1,796.95, EOS R6 is $2,499.00, right now on B&H, body only.

Same with me... I have a S8... I wouldn't mind having the triple camera lens for focus and better lighting and recording in 4K... And then eventually 5G.

Everything else doesn't matter. I will wait another round before updating, though.

How many DSLR camera fits in your pocket?

Everything comes with a trade-off.

Right the best camera is the one you have with you when you have the shot.

It's a clever quote but it's not accurate.

Try taking an airshow or wildlife photo with a phone. Not worth the effort.

Better than no picture at all which is what the quote is going for

Does it have a replaceable battery?

Every DSLR does