ANY camera can be pro level if it is in the hands of a professional photographer. The only real distinction any more is that a pro has to deliver, and deliver consistently. So, the choice of tools is important in making sure that happens.
The other point of what and how you shoot plays a big role. I use a Leica rangefinder for paying work, but not all paying work. I shot a whole campaign for a medical clinic with people at work ... where the M digital was the right tool for discreet, available light work.
It would be less likely I'd use a M for dancing at a dark wedding reception hall even though I probably could, because a 35mm AF DSLR is more of a sure thing. "Sure thing" is partly why I get paid.
I'm not married to any tool or brand of tool ... I'm after getting the shots. Like my lighting tech once exclaimed after looking at some finished work ... "He does it every time." No big deal, it comes with the territory ... every time.
- Marc
The other point of what and how you shoot plays a big role. I use a Leica rangefinder for paying work, but not all paying work. I shot a whole campaign for a medical clinic with people at work ... where the M digital was the right tool for discreet, available light work.
It would be less likely I'd use a M for dancing at a dark wedding reception hall even though I probably could, because a 35mm AF DSLR is more of a sure thing. "Sure thing" is partly why I get paid.
I'm not married to any tool or brand of tool ... I'm after getting the shots. Like my lighting tech once exclaimed after looking at some finished work ... "He does it every time." No big deal, it comes with the territory ... every time.
- Marc