Correct me if I'm wrong..the ammount of light required for a digital capture is greater than that of analog(depending on film, of course). As far as I know, the range of available aperature settings is less with digital than with analog. As far as producing a better picture, I think it heavily depends on your subject matter (for this debate). For a studio setup I'll take digital everytime. For landscape, I like the old gear. I would rather lug a 8x10, with film and holders, around the sticks than a $50,000 setup with laptop,batteries,wires and who knows what else. Thats just me though. Now, If its just snapshots, and memories....how can you pass on the convienence of digital? Win win situation I guess.