The only thing "better" about a digital camera is ease of use/convenience - it is perfect for the "I want it now" generation. There is no digital equivalent to

The only thing "better" about a digital camera is ease of use/convenience - it is perfect for the "I want it now" generation. There is no digital equivalent to medium or large format film cameras. Your final analogy might be better if it was stated as the difference between bbq over real coals/wood vs a gas grill with propane tank. Yeah they both cook the food. The gas grill is move convenient. But it ain't better.