Many people believe that the top geologist is someone who does well in both research and field work.A skilled geologist usually merges solid academic achievements with a lot of field experience.

The most successful geological advancements often result from close collaboration between field geologists and research-oriented geologists.

• Field geologists provide the crucial data that researchers need.
• Researchers provide the analytical tools and theoretical frameworks to interpret that data.

Therefore, Both types of geologists are essential. It's not about who is "better," but rather how their different strengths complement each other to advance our understanding of Earth's complexities.

I think that geologist need both to be very good, as today world we have geologist in data (just in the office) and geologist on the field.