Robert Barron reflects on the evolution of photography and journalism

Reporter Robert Barron reflects on the evolution of photography and journalism through the lens of his aging Nikon D70s digital camera. After being informed by his editor that the device is producing grainy images and nearing the end of its functional lifespan, Barron contemplates his 26-year career.

He contrasts modern digital photography with his early years in the 1980s, noting the transition from film cameras to digital technology. Barron describes the logistical differences, such as the necessity of carrying rolls of film and the reliance on newsroom darkrooms for chemical development, noting that many of these essential spaces have since been converted into storage closets.