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To: Natedog who wrote (9329)	3/30/1998 9:51:00 PM
From: Bill Jackson	Read Replies (2) \| Respond to of 14627

Nathan, This is counter to what I think will happen? My read was for film based imaging to plateau and then decline with the use of electronic methods for x-rays and hand held cameras. Movie film will withstand the assault somewhat longer due to the resolution demanded by large blow ups from 35/70 MM film. My logic is as follows. Electronic imaging needs no chemicals or film and as long as the resolution is OK will displace wet film steadily. The ability to print adequately on glossy paper from low cost printers will fuel this, especially in underdeveloped areas. Electronic imaging has a higher first cost, as you can get throw away cameras and cheap 35MM cameras, so wet film has low first cost. Wet film has a higher downstream cost, as you develop all films and print them. With electronic you need only print the ones you like from a preview. X-RAy film is being replaced by electronic imagers and xerox machines on to clear plastic. The resolution is nearly as good as Film, and will serve for almost all uses. Dental.??, as I do not know if they can get the sensor to fit in the mouth. Industrial pipe and weld x-rays use gamma rays and film is still best here. Perhaps what I see will come in a few years, clearly not, if the silver bureau is to be believed. (there is potential for bisa, it is after all the silver bureau.) I also think that electronic based images will take a lot more share than they think. Do not forget this is the first year they have been capable of the job at a reasonable price. What happens when they are 1/10 the price, in 3 years, like all computer stuff. The new photosystem seems to enjoy slow sales. I have doubts about it's success, long term. Bill