I have a mild familial tremor in one hand. Will the image stabilization significantly help viewing?
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I can't say, since I don't have the same condition, but I would assume that it would definitely help, as the IS neutralizes normal shaking. Before you spend a lot of money, perhaps you know a friend who owns an IS bino, and you can try it, or a retail store that you can go to. All you would have to do is focus on a distant point, first without, and then with, the IS turned on, and you'll have your answer.
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Probably it will help a great deal unless you have weakness in the hand as well. This is a hefty binocular that takes me a while to mount in a grip that I can hold for any amount of time. Once mounted, though, it reduces shaking from boats and cars as well as hands. For me it adds about 2 power to the natural 10x of the optics alone. It is particularly noticeable when trying to read distant signs. If it's any help, I can offer that I have rather annoying and painful arthritis in my hands and this binocular is still quite usable.
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I bought this camera (and kit) as a present for my sister, but have used it on various occasions. The images are sharp, with beautiful saturated color. Unless the shutter speed drops below 1/60 I see no reason for problems with "camera shake". I'm a professional photographer and found this camera to be an excellent performer. Good luck.
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To quote from the manual "Auto Motion PlusUse this to reduce blur and judder from scenes with rapid movement. If you selectCustom, youcan configure the afterimage and screen trembling removal ratio and you can view a sharperimage through theLED Clear Motionfunction. This feature is only available for LED 6300 seriesand above."This is the setting to enable or disable that effect.
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If it says, "VR", that stands for Vibration Reduction. That's the Image Stabilation.
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Should add, not sure if stabilizes camera, but I have a D200 and D7000 and it helps with grip fatigue. And I don't worry about dropping camera.
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Not much has been said about whether or not the 'improved' image stabilization is actually improved that much. I have the FZ28 and at 18X it can be a little shaky. Has anyone found it improved in the FZ35?
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No, there is no stabilizing mechanism. These are small and light binoculars, and the downside to the smaller size is a smaller field of vision and the need to adjust the width to an absolutely precise distance between your eyes, otherwise you won't be able to see through both lenses at once. If steadiness is a problem, it might be better to purchase full sized binoculars, as there is more tolerance for motion in the bigger ones, even if they're heavier.
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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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Yes. The alpha6000 does not have built-in "sensor-shifting" image stabilization. This means if you want image stabilization it must be included in the lens. I think the Sony advertises this as Optical SteadyShot or having OSS technology.As an aside, it is more difficult to implement built-in image stabilization into cameras with large sensors without greatly increasing the body size, because the distance the sensor would need to travel for the stabilization effect increases with its size. I think this is why Sony is choosing to keep stabilization in the lens.
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No, it does not have image stabilization. The optics are far better than the kit lens and I've been very happy with the images.
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Everyone 's hands shake especially with telephoto lens. The beauty of modern cameras is that they shoot so quickly that its it practically eliminates the problem of hand shake. That said, when shutter speed is decreased to allow more light unto the sensor, this lens handles itself better than even the most expensive lens. This locks the image, keeping it stable, even before u take the shot. The only problem is that it really drains the battery. So use only when using slower shutter speeds like below 1/60 of a second. Even with slow speeds its always best to master good technique. Hope this helps. (Stop overthinking this, Buy this lens!!!!!)
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No, this lens is not shake stabilized. I take extra efforts to steady the camera at the longer focal lengths and slower shutter speeds, just as I did back in the day using traditional film cameras and lenses. Use a tripod, monopod, beanbag, wrapping the strap, leaning against a solid surface are all good techniques. Also the new Photoshop CC has a shake-fix feature.
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I'm not sure how much shaking the camera will handle. I haven't seen any problems, and it is probably as good as any less expensive camera. It has a 5X lens and then you are in digital zoom. In digital zoom, shaking will definitely be a problem.
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Yes but it's an electronic stabilization, not as effective as more sophisticated techniques. Still better than nothing. Even more expensive camcorders of Panasonic/JVC range use the same technique according to my knowledge.
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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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I am not sure but I think the VR does respond, from my experience using the 28-300 VR with the Kenko 1.4TC hand held I did not get a shake blur yet. On the Kenko site they are claiming that the electronics in the TC are compatible with the lenses so I can only assume that it does work. Bear in mind that once you increase the focal length a hand shake would be more noticeable so you may not get the 3-4 F stop vibration reduction. In any case in order to get good results with a TC you need a good source of light which will any way increase your shutter speed. TC's are not the perfect solution but are best for the money when you need it.I hope this was helpful, sorry I could not be more precise. I am not sure but I think the VR does respond, from my experience using the 28-300 VR with the Kenko 1.4TC hand held I did not get a shake blur yet. On the Kenko site they are claiming that the electronics in the TC are compatible with the lenses so I can only assume that it does work. Bear in mind that once you increase the focal length a hand shake would be more noticeable so you may not get the 3-4 F stop vibration reduction. In any case in order to get good results with a TC you need a good source of light which will any way increase your shutter speed. TC's are not the perfect solution... » Read More I am not sure but I think the VR does respond, from my experience using the 28-300 VR with the Kenko 1.4TC hand held I did not get a shake blur yet. On the Kenko site they are claiming that the electronics in the TC are compatible with the lenses so I can only assume that it does work. Bear in mind that once you increase the focal length a hand shake would be more noticeable so you may not get the 3-4 F stop vibration reduction. In any case in order to get good results with a TC you need a good source of light which will any way increase your shutter speed. TC's are not the perfect solution but are best for the money when you need it.I hope this was helpful, sorry I could not be more precise. « Show Less
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Yes-- besides the outstanding 20x zoom, the advanced processor 'pulls in' light even in near darkness, and the stabilization program helps to hold the image steady even at slower exposures. I just returned from a trip to Scotland - many very low light areas in castles and cathedrals and was able to get them all.