yes i agree with you, but i know some people have got a visa while on certain benefits, thou, maybe those who have succeeded in getting the visa had substantial savings?, i don't think the OP mentions savings, so we don't know..
anyway, i've heard some where, that if you are claiming benefits then you will not be allowed to sponsor a visa app?, as the state benefits are designed only for one person, not 2, so its not possible to sponsor someone if you are.. i cannot remember where i heard this thou, but it was in the last few days? anyone else heard this..or am i going