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Hi Scott,
Indeed, digital imaging is the only way forward if you are under light poluted skies. I think regardless of whether you use digital or film, if you can image under dark skies your image quality will increase. Yes, I remember techpan days. Was even a decent film unhypered, but to get the true benefits hypered was the way to go. Emulsions have come a long way though. I'm very surprised by the sensitivity you can get with some of the professional films available today.
If you feel inclined - try some professional slide film such as the Kodak E200 professional or Fujichrom Provia 400F (RHPIII). I've reasonable success with both of these. Taking the photo is generally the easy part, I get more frustrated by the developing process. I use to do it myself, but color is complex to develop. You need to take the film to someone who understands your requirements. I always get the films push to a higher asa. I have negatives that have been cut straight through a good photo. Either get them mounted or ask them to just develop and don't cut. I learnt the hard way.
Cheers,
Jase
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