[Christien]

I don't get it. I used film SLRs for years and always struggled with getting the light correct, shutter speed, etc. and yes, I did RTFM, several times, and and several different ones. Since we got a DSLR, our pictures improved a thousand percent. Not just because we can put it on an automated setting, but also because I can try something and see immediately if it worked or not. I don't have to wait for it to be developed.

I used to keep a log book in my camera case - I'd write down all the settings I was using with each shot so I could study it when they got developed a week or so later. What a ridiculous process. Hell, with digital pics the camera make and model and all settings are embedded in the file.

I'm the last guy to argue for progress for progress's sake, but sometimes the new version is just plain better.