I think the "news" people are running to digital in numbers because of it's
instant for-print access and quick transmission. I think it is inevitable
for anyone getting into that game to plan on using digital.
I have come across some regular magazine publishers though that seem to
prefer digital too. They will take slide or print too; but they obviously
have been hooked with this plug-it-in instant access and input from start to
finish.
----Original Message Follows----
From: Mike Veglia <msvphoto@xxxxxxxxxxx>
Subject: Re: [OM] Demise of Film
"....What I find interesting is that when professional digital was getting
rolling a great number of racing photographer were jumping through hoops to
make the switch--especially NASCAR shooters. Today I see many of the same
now shooting some film again (shooting both). Digital provides results fast
at acceptable quality (not taking into consideration some of the exceptional
large format digital that is not suitable for sports photography). Film
still provides the best results, especially if your client wants output on
the side of a race transporter trailer or giant banner. Digital cameras are
great tools, but they ain't there yet..."
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