Digital BW, The Print

The chart referenced below omits the point that digitally captured files can
typically be enlarged with better quality than scanned film.  Agreed for
B&W, film still commands a lead in dynamic range.


> From: Paul Roark <paul.roark@...>
> Reply-To: <DigitalBlackandWhiteThePrint@yahoogroups.com>
> Date: Tue, 02 May 2006 07:35:39 -0700
> To: <DigitalBlackandWhiteThePrint@yahoogroups.com>
> Subject: RE: [Digital BW] analog/digital Megapixels
> 
> 
> ...
>> 
>> For what it's worth West Coast Imaging has a print size chart in relation
>> to megapixels of cameras.
>> 
>> http://westcoastimaging.com/wci/page/info/FAQ/uploadfaq/printsize.html
> 
> I agree with the dark green area of the chart with respect to sharpness and
> detail.  But, the dynamic range limitations are another side of the problem
> that needs significant improvement before my medium format Technical Pan
> combo is going to be replaced for large B&W display prints.
> 
> Paul
> www.PaulRoark.com
>