We've had tents, pop-up, hybrid and large 5th wheel. Liked them all, although I found the pop-up was more work than the tents with little gain. (Just my feelings)
We've experienced the look. Both kinds in fact :-)
When we purchased the 5th wheel someone pointed out you aren't camping anymore, now you are RVing. There was some truth in that. The 5th was a very luxurious home for 2 and fine while we had a seasonal site. Now we are likely to camp only occasionally and the cost of a large 5th wheel and tow vehicle seem unjustified.
We really enjoyed our hybrid. Yes, there can be noise and campfire smoke but isn't that part of 'camping'? There was something special about being under tent-ends. Our model 23B could also sleep at least three with the tent ends closed. Not sure if we will return to a hybrid or a hard wall ultra-light. Whatever, we will have the option to load up with grand-kids or just us two.
I am sure various people will give us the 'look' for various reasons and we will remain happy doing what we like, the way we like it. :-)