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Re: [OM] XA problems; Why can't digital cameras be more like film camer

Subject: Re: [OM] XA problems; Why can't digital cameras be more like film cameras?
From: "Dave Dougherty" <davdou@xxxxxxxxxx>
Date: Tue, 29 Oct 2002 17:23:02 -0800
Well, it all depends ...

One of the charms of my E-20 is that it can function as an AF wonder, or I
can take complete control of Shutter, Aperture, and focus manually.  I can
decide what color temperature I want.  I can decide to use full or retarded
flash.  I can bracket.  I can control when the flash fires, doesn't fire,
etc.

I would like a greater selection of film speeds and so on.  But then, the
three that are available suit my needs very well.  I can successfully hand
hold the camera in most situations and if I goof I can edit in the field and
try again.  I can make 11 x 14 prints that are beautiful and rival those
from available pro shops that print from negatives.

I am not denigrating film cameras, and certainly not the OM system that we
all love.  The E-20 experience is "different".  It is liberating for me!  I
am not concerned with "looking the part".  I just go out and do it!  I am
every bit as much in control of the digital camera (if I choose to be) as I
am of my OM-1 or OM-2.  I am in control from start to finish in a
photographic endeavor.

I held out until the E-20 came so that I could get past the limitations of
the P&S digitals.  I agree that control is needed to do serious photography.
I am still learning to use the E-20, but I have to say that it is a joy to
do so, and the results are pretty darn nice!

I respect the opinions of those who have spoken to this subject!  Several of
you are way ahead of me in your experience in film based photography.  But I
do feel that the "difference" justifys my pursuit of excellence with the
E-20.

Ducking for cover, I am,

Dave Dougherty



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