[photo-3d] Digital Is Good for Film

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I disagree......as an industry " insider" I am reassured that film will
be here throughout my lifetime. The digital revolution only represents
5-8% of photo revenues...just barely raising above current revenues
generated by 110 film and cameras!
Every major film mfgr. is producing new and improved films......why?
Film sales are very strong thanks to digital cameras. New technology
renews and excites consumer interest in photography period. SLR sales
are up, film sales are up because new technology puts ALL photo products
in the forefront of a consumers mind. Through education, many consumers
learn of the digital pros and cons etc. Many folks who purchase a
digital camera feel a renewed interest in all aspects of photography.
They purchase more of everything including lenses, film and
accessories. And a well intended " digital " customer may purchase a
35mm SLR instead.
Film will disappear no faster than grandma's VHS tapes of the family
reunion. I expect film and VCR's to remain for a couple of generations.
Mark Dottle


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