Cameras – Is it permitted to take pictures on Chol Hamoed?

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)

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