What is one key advantage of using a digital camera over traditional film?

One key advantage of using a digital camera over traditional film is the lower cost per shot. Digital cameras allow photographers to capture an unlimited number of images without the need to purchase film for each shot. Once the initial investment in the camera and memory cards is made, additional shots do not incur extra costs. This greatly reduces the cost barrier associated with experimenting and shooting freely, which can be particularly beneficial for beginners or those looking to explore different photographic techniques.

In contrast to this, traditional film requires the purchase of film rolls, which limits the number of pictures taken until the film is developed, incurring additional costs for processing. This financial aspect of shooting can restrict creativity and practice when using film.

While digital cameras do have more complex settings compared to some basic film cameras, this complexity can actually enhance photographic control rather than serve as an advantage. Increased film sensitivity is also a characteristic of many films but does not apply in the same context to digital photography, which utilizes ISO settings instead. Lastly, smaller print sizes do not necessarily highlight a digital advantage, as digital images can be printed in a variety of sizes based on the resolution and quality of the camera used.