Revolvers, compared to a semi auto, are also more difficult to shoot. Smaller sight radius as well.
Semi autos are also easier to reload.
For a beginner, revolvers are a poor choice. For a defensive weapon, unless you have trained with one for years, a revolver is also a poor choice.
This is also 2015. Semi auto is the better way
Semi-Auto pistols compared to a rifle, are also more difficult to shoot. Smaller sight radius as well.
Rifles are easier to reload.
For a beginner, Semi-autos are a poor choice. For a defensive weapon, unless.........
You have already played the compromise game going to a semi-auto pistol?
Why knock someone's choice because they choose different?