Canon 5d Question
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Machuse;
I think there's a lot of talent and imagination involved in those industries.
While the talent is often knowing when the right shot is lined up, I think some photographers also have a talent in terms of 'people skills'. There's also a lot to be said for a photographer's ability to relate to their subjects - you're getting a chance to see the world from the point of view of someone else, and the way the world appears is sometimes a reflection of the photographers presence. Some photographers have an ability to blend in, and become skilled observers.
It's possible to learn how, where and what to shoot. Problem solving is always going to be a big part of taking a photo - logistics is something that might need to be taken into account.
Professional ethics is something that needs to be developed too - and is something that probably separates some pros from their enthusiast counterparts. We could go to Haiti and 'point and shoot' at some of the devastation, but I'm not sure that we'd end up doing anyone much justice.
I think imagination sometimes needs to be constrained; and maybe it's difficult for an amateur to know where the limits should lie. Commercial photographers are basically producing a product - and as such, need to be fully aware of their client's industry's restrictions.