Is it permitted to take pictures?
Film Cameras: It is forbidden to take pictures at random during Chol Hamoed. However, a rare shot that one will not be able to take after the Moed, like by a family gathering, etc may be taken.[1] However there are opinions[2] which allow it without limitations.[3]
Digital camera? Seemingly this should be allowed according to all opinions.
[1] Beir Moshe 7:40
[2] Rabbi Ovadia and Rabbi Feinstein
[3] (Farkash)
