I like options, sometimes I carry a hi-cap semi, sometimes a J frame in a front pocket, sometimes both, just depends.
It's been my experience that those with physical issues, also have problems with the long and usually heavy DAO trigger on a revolver. But I get it, use whatever works.
I carry a revolver when I want the extra firepower or flexibility of carrying snake shot when I am hunting/fishing. By firepower I mean carrying my SW 610 (10mm) when I’m hunting squirrels and might see a hog or aggressive stray dog. It’s typically carried cross body draw, which is more comfortable and not as in the way/heavy as my 4.5” XDM with 15+1rds of 10mm. In the woods of Oklahoma that just seems like a lot of extra to carry around.
but to ride on what okierider said, if I needed more than 2-3 rounds when in combat, it was because I was using the surplus of ammo for suppressive fire. That’s not something I want to do when carrying as a civilian. And to be realistic, if you confront several armed bad guys alone, you’re more than likely going to get stabbed or shot by one of the ones you haven’t shot (or maybe have shot if you aren’t obscenely accurate and cool under pressure) before you empty a revolver. Cold hard truth sadly. I find the capacity argument to be moot, however, I typically carry a G48 with 10+1 with a shield arms S15 15 rounder as backup, and if I’m carrying full size it’s an HK with 21 rounds at my disposal. I’m a better, faster shot with both than I am my revolvers. Situation is the ultimate dictator of what you carry, in my opinion.
but to ride on what okierider said, if I needed more than 2-3 rounds when in combat, it was because I was using the surplus of ammo for suppressive fire. That’s not something I want to do when carrying as a civilian. And to be realistic, if you confront several armed bad guys alone, you’re more than likely going to get stabbed or shot by one of the ones you haven’t shot (or maybe have shot if you aren’t obscenely accurate and cool under pressure) before you empty a revolver. Cold hard truth sadly. I find the capacity argument to be moot, however, I typically carry a G48 with 10+1 with a shield arms S15 15 rounder as backup, and if I’m carrying full size it’s an HK with 21 rounds at my disposal. I’m a better, faster shot with both than I am my revolvers. Situation is the ultimate dictator of what you carry, in my opinion.
I like revolvers and they have their place, just think the mentality of that those that knock others that would prefer more capacity is misguided. Also, again, there's still the performance aspect.
The vast majority of civilian, non-gang related shootings are against one person at almost point blank range. Usually within 10 feet if I remember correctly. Getting your firearm out of the holster, on target and the first two rounds in the kill zone are what matters most. Practice, practice, practice is what I tell new shooters. You can carry any weapon you want but unless you are spraying & praying you will probably not need more than 6 rounds to end the fight. I do carry extra ammo just in case but I doubt I will need it.
I’m primarily carrying a Smith 637 j frame and don’t feel undergunned. 
I carry a J frame Smith every day as my primary carry. I'm confident in its reliability and my skill with it. Im not being arrogant and I don't feel my ego has gotten bigger than my sense of what could happen. Also for me carrying something bigger or high capacity isn't practical. So I train. And frankly I train because the thought of having to use a gun to defend myself is frightening and I want to be proficient so the chance of making a mistake is minimized.
For me guns like the P365 made the size advantage with snubs moot. Sure they'll weigh a few more ounces.... but the P365 is actually smaller than a 442.... with a longer barrel... and has a higher capacity.
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