Film was still around when I was a kid, but by the time I was old enough to consider the possibility of photography as a hobby, it had long been obsoleted by th

Film was still around when I was a kid, but by the time I was old enough to consider the possibility of photography as a hobby, it had long been obsoleted by the DSLR. I started shooting film about 2 years ago. Within a few months, I had my first medium-format camera, and I was developing my own black-and-white film in my bathroom. The (relatively) slow, intentional pace required to operate a 60s/70s SLR is calming for me. At the same time, that era isn't so far past that the ergonomics of the camera are unrecognizable. Sure, a digital camera is substantially better for any practical purpose. But as a hobby? Give me the film. In short: If there's an old film camera sitting in your basement (or a relative's basement), go find it. Go for a walk, and take it with you.