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To use OR not to use camera stabilization when using a monopod??
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Apr 8, 2015 11:37:51   #
dave sproul Loc: Tucson AZ
 
I have learned to not use camera stabilization when using a tripod, but would like to know if it should be turned off when using a monopod.

All comments welcome.

I would like to thank you for commenting ahead of time.

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Apr 8, 2015 11:41:38   #
Ched49 Loc: Pittsburgh, Pa.
 
Most cameras sold today suggest turning off vibration reduction when using a tripod.

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Apr 8, 2015 11:55:23   #
imagemeister Loc: mid east Florida
 
I would turn it off when using shutter speeds above 250 ......

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Apr 8, 2015 12:09:17   #
ggttc Loc: TN
 
imagemeister wrote:
I would turn it off when using shutter speeds above 250 ......


I think that would be a good rule of thumb...but be aware IS corrects for camera movement...much less stable on a monopod than a tripod

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Apr 8, 2015 12:13:58   #
jimmya Loc: Phoenix
 
dave sproul wrote:
I have learned to not use camera stabilization when using a tripod, but would like to know if it should be turned off when using a monopod.

All comments welcome.

I would like to thank you for commenting ahead of time.


I use my IS only when doing video because it helps with the hand movement making the camera appear almost as if it was on a steady cam - very nice result.

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Apr 8, 2015 13:08:37   #
Didereaux Loc: Swamps of E TX
 
IS is for a generalized movement when handheld. A monopod dampens the vertical, and so IS starts trying to correct for something that does not exist. A few simple test shots will show why you turn OFF IS even with a monopod.

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Apr 8, 2015 13:13:01   #
Jim Bob
 
cjkorb wrote:
Most cameras sold today suggest turning off vibration reduction when using a tripod.

Go back and read the OP. Some recent Nikon manuals recommend leaving vibration reduction on when using a monopod.

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Apr 8, 2015 13:23:49   #
Didereaux Loc: Swamps of E TX
 
Jim Bob wrote:
Go back and read the OP. Some recent Nikon manuals recommend leaving vibration reduction on when using a monopod.


Not for certain but I believe that is when the IS has 2 position switch. One for handheld (circular), and one for horizontal vibration. I know that is the case with Canon L series IS lens.

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Apr 8, 2015 13:29:22   #
Jim Bob
 
Didereaux wrote:
Not for certain but I believe that is when the IS has 2 position switch. One for handheld (circular), and one for horizontal vibration. I know that is the case with Canon L series IS lens.

So your point is one of clarification or pedantry? If the former, it is redundant, if the latter, sounds like a rant from someone who might be considered an ass...well let me quit while I'm behind.

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Apr 8, 2015 13:36:43   #
Didereaux Loc: Swamps of E TX
 
Jim Bob wrote:
So your point is one of clarification or pedantry? If the former, it is redundant, if the latter, sounds like a rant from someone who might be considered an ass...well let me quit while I'm behind.


What? Are you a rude idiot by choice or genetics? I was clarifying, actually expanding on my previous comment. A rant? Please do all a favor and take your meds as prescribed. sheesh!

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Apr 8, 2015 13:43:57   #
imagemeister Loc: mid east Florida
 
Jim Bob wrote:
Go back and read the OP. Some recent Nikon manuals recommend leaving vibration reduction on when using a monopod.


Nikon also "recommends" buying only their lenses ....... :roll:

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Apr 8, 2015 15:10:36   #
Ched49 Loc: Pittsburgh, Pa.
 
Jim Bob wrote:
Go back and read the OP. Some recent Nikon manuals recommend leaving vibration reduction on when using a monopod.

Go back and read my statement...I said most manufactures recommend turning it off when using a TRIPOD...some shake is possible when using a MONOPOD.

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Apr 9, 2015 00:54:17   #
Earworms Loc: Sacramento, California
 
Jim Bob wrote:
So your point is one of clarification or pedantry? If the former, it is redundant, if the latter, sounds like a rant from someone who might be considered an ass...well let me quit while I'm behind.


Your current message count is at 666, which proves that you just like your reply are evil.

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Apr 9, 2015 02:39:33   #
glgracephoto Loc: Arlington, WA
 
dave sproul wrote:
I have learned to not use camera stabilization when using a tripod, but would like to know if it should be turned off when using a monopod.

All comments welcome.

I would like to thank you for commenting ahead of time.


I honestly do not know, or think there is one pat answer here. Perhaps shutter speed as well as amount of magnification ought be factored in as well to the decision. A teeny bit of movement will cause far more blur zoomed in that out, so, what you are shooting and shooting with should help decide. Might also take some dummy test shots before you get to where you want to shoot and see which way is more clear.

Good luck in your shooting.

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Apr 9, 2015 02:59:17   #
SonnyE Loc: Communist California, USA
 
Try it for yourself and see if one or the other (on or Off) works better for you.

I use to just leave it on. Then one day I actually saw it going crazy while using my tripod.
I thought my eyeballs were quaking. But soon learned it was the VR on my lens doing a dance.
I mostly leave it off now.
But it is nice to have a switch to choose. ;)

General consensus is Off if stabilized (Tripod or Monopod).
On if hand held.
But trying it for yourself, with the way you use your camera should build experiance to choose for yourself.

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