...But the old method also produced lost images like during
D-day when the still film of Cappa was lost when the soldier carrying it was shot.....
Hey Roy,
It's interesting to me that nobody has pointed out that cause of the loss of at least Cappa's images would have also caused the loss of current digital media and nothing to do with his being film.
Of course, many combat photogs today also carry sat-phones and might be able to transfer their files digitally from the field of fire provided their are allowed to so communicate. Is it possible for enemies recon to lock onto such a transmission and target it? That would be one thing you can't do with film that you can with digital.
Regarding back up, all I have to do with my films is mark them and then store them in archival envelops. No back up necessary.
And yes, photography is expensive regardless the recording media. I just ordered a new Kodak Readyload holder from my local store for $107 and three boxes of readyload film at 47 each. That's 2.35 a sheet.
Peace! Sidney
