I prefer paperbacks, because they are lighter and cheaper - I find them to be overall more practical. They might get damaged quite easily, but this makes our "bond" stronger somehow, if this makes any sense.
As for the smell of books, I love that, too! There's something really special about them, whether they are old or new.
eBooks are not exactly my thing, but I read them faster than 'normal' books, which is handy... I wouldn't give up on the 3D versions, though!