I started as Nikon guy for a short time, then changed to Canon. Some years ago I tested a lot of equipmen (that I bought 2nd hand.) At most, I had around 30+ lenses at the same time (NOT KIDDING, all bought personally). That made it possible for me to write comparison reviews, and do lots of side by side shots. Once I started to work for Canon, I had all the newest stuff all the time within the DSC and DSLR range. It was a part of my job to have the gear, learn sellers about it, and be able to answer questions from all the stores… I recently stopped working for them, but I can say pretty sure, that when it comes to photography gear I have benn through more than most!
I like photography, but when I became a gear-head, it kinda lost some of its charm. (And I became a gear-head quite fast, before I had learned a lot) Not long ago, I used a 5D MKIII, now I just use a 550D (aka T2i). But I have some decent lenses and such.
Canon vs Nikon talks are mostly useless. Every real photographer knows the differences are subtle. If gear-heads used more energy and time on photography instead of discussing gear and convincing why other should buy their “brand”, they would all be better photographers.
I have never been a real photographer, gear knowledge have been better suited for my abilities, combine that with sales.
There is a nice thread here, where people share photos.
Im not very artistic, and don’t really use a camera that much for more than documenting anymore.
When you need to test new gear all the time, you start focusing on being able to use all features, instead of taking actual pictures… 
I have been in the features stage for a long time…
Here are a few flashlight related shots though…
Taken with a simple point and shoot pocket camera.
A collection picture, not too long ago.
Some random shots
