DSLR with Image stabilization in camera body or the lens ?? which is better Hi all,I am a novice in the DSLR field and on the brink of buying my first DSLR. I see some brands(Sony, Pentax, Olympus) having Image Stabilization included in the body of the camera (I think so) and Cannon has ImageStabilization in the lenses. The lenses with IS cost more than the ones without IS.So is it better to buy camera body with IS and save some money with lenses as camera already has IS or invest more for lenses with IS??Thanks... DSLR with Image stabilization in camera body or the lens ?? which is better Hi all,I am a novice in the DSLR field and on the brink of buying my first DSLR. I see some brands(Sony,... » Read More DSLR with Image stabilization in camera body or the lens ?? which is better Hi all,I am a novice in the DSLR field and on the brink of buying my first DSLR. I see some brands(Sony, Pentax, Olympus) having Image Stabilization included in the body of the camera (I think so) and Cannon has ImageStabilization in the lenses. The lenses with IS cost more than the ones without IS.So is it better to buy camera body with IS and save some money with lenses as camera already has IS or invest more for lenses with IS??Thanks... « Show Less
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Just as NLee said -- in general, the in-camera stabilization is cheaper while optical lens stabilization is more effective. Canon and Nikon have released some relatively inexpensive optically stabilized consumer lenses, however, and various third-party lens manufacturers have also started adding OS to their more popular lenses as well as some longer telephotos. In-lens optical stabilization technology is starting to get cheaper and more common.
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NLee and Technology Guy,Thank you very much for the clear information... makes my choices much more clearer than before.Appreciate it
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NLee,Now I know what each exactly is, makes it better for me to be ok with the choice I make knowing exactly what is whatThanks
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I should also add that for a point-and-shoot camera, in-body image stabilization is relatively effective. This is because:1. The image sensor is very tiny at only 10% that of a full-frame sensor. This means less mass to move around, and hence less inertia.2. The physical focus length is much shorter at about 5-15mm. This means a smaller travel at the sensor is sufficient for IS.
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No, all lenses designed for Minolta/Sony cameras don't have stabilization of any sort because that takes place in the camera. As such, all lenses are stabilized.
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I can tell you from experience that the Nikon P500 is not a good camera for stabilization. The new P510 might be but I haven't tested that one. I did test the P500 several times and was disapointed with it. I haven't tested the canon sx40 but you may want to test both cameras before making a decision. I bought a sony HX100 after testing it and finding out it had great stabilization and low light performance when I tested it. You may want to try testing it along with the other cameras before you make a decision to buy one.
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No. Olympus puts the image stabilization in their bodies (and the 5-axis Olympus image stabilization is absolutely amazing).
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Hmm, it seems that Canon believes that the kits should come first because they are higher revenue than the body. Those of us cheapskates who forego the lens should wait. Now if only the camera worked without a lens. It seems I spent a lot more money on getting a better lens from Canon than I would have had I accepted the lens that comes from the kit. Surely the bodies should come first - it is the true enthusiast that would buy a body only and then complement it with a good lens?
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I don't know anything about the Sony, but I really like the EM5. While the menu takes some getting used to, (not intuitive) the results are outstanding. In camera stabilization gives me all the options of micro 4/3 lenses made by Olympus, Panasonic, and others. The list is long and getting longer as M 4/3 cameras become more popular. Hope this helps.
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I replaced my Canon 60d and smaller Sony A55 with an Olympus E-P3. I've owned several intro/mid-level dSLRs, and I would say the E-P3 was my favorite camera of all time. My pictures were amazing, it was fast, and best of all was that it was truly portable - perfect for my hiking trips. Were you mainly using the camera in auto mode? I always used it in manual, so can't really tell you how good or bad the camera did in 'A' mode - but in manual mode it was nearly perfect. The lenses you use may also play a role. My favorite lens of all time had been (maybe still is) the Canon 24-70mm lens, and I thought I would never find something that worked just as well, but I came across the Panasonic 14-140mm lens, which is super amazing, and became my favorite and main lens for the E-P3. The lack of viewfinder was never an issue for me, since I used the VF-2 view finder by Olympus. Sure, I was never happy using the E-P3 without the viewfinder, so I kept it on most of the time. I did sell the E-P3 on Ebay soon after the OM-D was announced. I figured that if the E-P3 had become my favorite camera of all time, getting the OM-D would be a no brainer since the specs are better than the E-P3 and it included a built in viewfinder. I have used an NEX-5 (first gen) in the past, and I must say I hated that camera due to how hard it made to shoot in 'M' mode; however, Sony released the NEX-7, a nearly perfect camera targeted towards potential dSLR owners. Deciding between the NEX-7 and the OM-D is a challenge, and they each have their pluses and negatives; however, those looking to replace a dSLR for some trips, shouldn't consider anything other than the OM-D(m4/3) or NEX-7(e-mount) for the time being; although, I bet Panasonic has something in the works to compete with Sony and Olympus.
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Hi Craig J., I don't know if it has image stabilization. I returned it the same week. The closure on the lens would not open properly, after only taking one picture. I did some research and found out it was a common problem with this particular nikon camera.
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Hi, thanks question. This lens have focus motor, This lens is Auto Focus lens . But Sony lens does not come with the image stabilization. Thanks in advance.
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Olympus dust removal is far superior, compared to any other Dslr's on the market.I'm changing lenses on my "Oly" quite often and never had any visible dust in my photos.So if you're going to switch lenses a lot, then Olympus is the right choice for you.You wrote: "When looking at the features of the Olympus E-510 vs. the XSi it is quite interesting as the E-510 has many similar features like: live view, dust removal, image stabilization." Canon never had & probably never will have "in body image stabilization", if that's what you're suggesting.They make lenses with IS - image stabilization and you have to pay extra for it every time you invest in a new glass.I hope this helps a little bit.BRN Olympus dust removal is far superior, compared to any other Dslr's on the market.I'm changing lenses on my "Oly" quite often and never had any visible dust in my photos.So if you're going to switch lenses a lot, then Olympus is the right choice for you.You wrote: "When looking at the features of the Olympus E-510 vs. the XSi it is quite interesting as the E-510 has many similar features like: live view, dust removal, image stabilization." Canon never had & probably never will have "in body image stabilization", if... » Read More Olympus dust removal is far superior, compared to any other Dslr's on the market.I'm changing lenses on my "Oly" quite often and never had any visible dust in my photos.So if you're going to switch lenses a lot, then Olympus is the right choice for you.You wrote: "When looking at the features of the Olympus E-510 vs. the XSi it is quite interesting as the E-510 has many similar features like: live view, dust removal, image stabilization." Canon never had & probably never will have "in body image stabilization", if that's what you're suggesting.They make lenses with IS - image stabilization and you have to pay extra for it every time you invest in a new glass.I hope this helps a little bit.BRN « Show Less
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Thanks, Tech Guy! So the "optical stabilization" feature is one thing I notice not all the lenses have, and I assume becomes more critical with more zoom?Annette, I'm glad I could help. I'm not a great photographer, but I've been fortunate enough to get some pretty good pix, both with film and digital. For me, the 2 best things about digital are 1) not having that little voice in the back of my head saying "you're going to spend a fortune getting these developed" while I'm trying to get the perfect shot; and 2) not having to wait for them!!
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Nikon refers to image stablization as Vibration Reduction. The 110 hasLens-shift and Electronic VR (still pictures) Lens-shift VR (movies)Motion Detection (still pictures) and blur reduction. Ultimately though it comes down to is great ISO range. It can handle lower light with higher shutter speeds, reducing the need for image stabilization. Although not as good as a high end DSLR.
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For the GX7, lens optical image stabilization will override in body stabilization. The in body stabilization will be used when the lens contains no built in stabilization. Page 203 of the pdf users manual includes a chart detailing this behavior.
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It is actually much better to spend a lot of money on a lens rather than a camera body. A lens will last you tens of years while camera bodies are updated about every 6 months. So spending $500 on a lens will actually be more worthwhile in the long run than spending that much to upgrade the camera.If you asked a group of professionals, most if not all of them would tell you to save money on the camera body and spend that on some good lenses.
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Hello,The current Olympus bodies have 3 axis stabilization built into the body. Additionally this camera has a maximum IOS of 25600, although the maximum acceptable setting for most people is 6400 in regards to noise levels. Lastly you cannot use both stabilization systems simultaneously, one of them has to been turned off. We recommend faster lenses, lenses which have more light gathering ability, rather than lenses with stabilization. Besides, Running both systems simultaneously will most certainly compromise the ability to hold things steady, not to mention cause damage to one or both of the IS systems. Regards,RooozbehOC camera949-347-1276 Hello,The current Olympus bodies have 3 axis stabilization built into the body. Additionally this camera has a maximum IOS of 25600, although the maximum acceptable setting for most people is 6400 in regards to noise levels. Lastly you cannot use both stabilization systems simultaneously, one of them has to been turned off. We recommend faster lenses, lenses which have more light gathering ability, rather than lenses with stabilization. Besides, Running both systems simultaneously will most certainly compromise the ability to hold things steady, not to mention cause damage to one or... » Read More Hello,The current Olympus bodies have 3 axis stabilization built into the body. Additionally this camera has a maximum IOS of 25600, although the maximum acceptable setting for most people is 6400 in regards to noise levels. Lastly you cannot use both stabilization systems simultaneously, one of them has to been turned off. We recommend faster lenses, lenses which have more light gathering ability, rather than lenses with stabilization. Besides, Running both systems simultaneously will most certainly compromise the ability to hold things steady, not to mention cause damage to one or both of the IS systems. Regards,RooozbehOC camera949-347-1276 « Show Less
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Hi Dennis. There is no stabilization on this lens. It's very fast and we don't have a need for it. Now, if you are shooting videos, yes they will appear a little jittery of course, but for pictures it's perfect.
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Hi, this lens does not have image stabilization. I bought it because I needed a wide angle lens and the Sigma brand is a very good alternative to the expensive Canon lenses. Hope this helps answer your question.