If you are a photographer, you’ve likely been asked this question – do you like digital or film photography? There is a certain enchantment to film photography, and many people enjoy its quirks. Film cameras also allow you to savor the experience of taking pictures with them, since they are never going anywhere. In addition, film cameras don’t have a processing cost per image like a digital camera does. Whether or not you prefer digital is a personal decision, but if you’re a fan of both, you will definitely want to stick with them.
For some, film photographs have a distinctly retro feel. While many people like the look of grainy film, digital technology is superior when it comes to taking true-to-life colour photos with minimal noise. But for historical photographs, film is often superior. A key difference between film and digital is the dynamic range, or the range of light that a film or sensor can capture. Too much light results in a white blur, and too little light results in a black that’s almost completely devoid of detail.
Digital images are far easier to store and copy. You can create multiple duplicates and save them to different devices. However, film images have a limited lifespan and require special care when storing. They can also’t be reproduced easily, so it is important to keep them in a safe place. The end goal is to capture a photo that is worth keeping. The question of whether digital or film photography is better depends on your preferences and skill level.
