To use OR not to use camera stabilization when using a monopod??
Apr 9, 2015 03:10:55 #
SonnyE wrote:
Try it for yourself and see if one or the other (o... (show quote)
Man it REALLY dances around on the Big Tammy, Sonny. I was going batty trying to figure that out when I first got that lens, because I don't normally use any image stabilization, and so hadn't thought that it was on in the default setting. I also know there can be a small amount of movement still when using a monopod though, at least when I use mine, but I have a tremor anyway so badly need a tripod most of all, and a sherpa to haul it all! So I am not sure it should be on or off either, and think testing as well as what sort of shooting is being done needs factor.
Apr 9, 2015 03:40:05 #
glgracephoto wrote:
Man it REALLY dances around on the Big Tammy, Sonn... (show quote)
I thought it was quite interesting. But it could make you motion sick watching it in the viewfinder. :-P
But I still think IS, VR, VC, or by any other name, that it is nice to have available. And having a switch to choose for yourself is a great thing.
If you have it, you can choose.
If you don't, you can wonder. ;)
I do have a Macro and a wide angle without it. But a choice is nice. :-D
Apr 9, 2015 05:43:24 #
In the end it's a matter of choice. I have one camera where neither the camera or lenses have VR, so I up the shutter speed and the iso... with wide angle lenses I have no problem. wednesday I was shooting a sony with steady shake, on a monopod, with a 400mm and a 500mm lens I saw a lot of shake in the viewfinder, so I left the steady shake on. when I upped the iso to 3200 I turned it off and set the shutter speed to 1/1600sec and 1/2000 sec. I shoot about 90% from a monopod or tripod. this seems to work for me.
Apr 9, 2015 05:51:23 #
My 400mm really shakes on a monopod. I leave VR on when using this lens. Also, I try to shoot at fast shutter speeds. The 400 mm is not my favorite lens.
Bill
Bill
Apr 9, 2015 06:15:16 #
Didereaux wrote:
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 9, 2015 06:36:46 #
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.
All comments welcome.
I would like to thank you for commenting ahead of time.
I've never read a recommendation from a camera maker to turn of IS when using a monopod. this would be a good topic for some research. You could become our resident expert.
Apr 9, 2015 07:02:04 #
Peanut_the_cat
Loc: Bradenton, Florida
jimmya wrote:
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.
That's a great idea I never thought of.
Apr 9, 2015 07:15:19 #
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Loc: S.W.Florida
I leave it on when using a monopod,a thing I try to use most of the time. While I love the monopod,I feel there is still a bit of shake left.
Apr 9, 2015 07:16:19 #
Earworms wrote:
Your current message count is at 666, which proves that you just like your reply are evil.
And what would you call someone who spends time counting a poster's messages and calling names? Welcome to the idiocy club. I nominate you for President.
Apr 9, 2015 07:17:40 #
jerryc41 wrote:
I've never read a recommendation from a camera maker to turn of IS when using a monopod. this would be a good topic for some research. You could become our resident expert.
I'll see if I can find the info in one of the Nikon manuals.
Apr 9, 2015 07:18:25 #
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.
All comments welcome.
I would like to thank you for commenting ahead of time.
I have tried both ways shooting youth sports, pro baseball and wildlife and can't see any difference either way. Even blowing up to 12 x 19. But that's just me.
Apr 9, 2015 07:19:06 #
I only have experience with the Sony in-camera IBIS (In Body Image Stabilization). I have taken a lot of photos with both tripods and monopods. I can confirm that if you are on a tripod the IBIS should be turned off because IBIS will introduce a small amount apparent shake. However, on a monopod it's better to leaving it on. I have take a lot of pictures using a 500mm lens on a small format camera (APS-C) with an effective 750mm length at football games. LEAVE THE IBIS ON WHEN ON A MONOPOD. I don't know about IS systems that are built into lens.
Apr 9, 2015 07:22:58 #
jerryc41 wrote:
I've never read a recommendation from a camera maker to turn of IS when using a monopod. this would be a good topic for some research. You could become our resident expert.
Nikon D5300 Manual page 267 specifically recommends leaving it on when using a monopod.
Apr 9, 2015 07:30:21 #
jerryc41 wrote:
I've never read a recommendation from a camera maker to turn of IS when using a monopod. this would be a good topic for some research. You could become our resident expert.
Canon 70D manual indicates one can keep IS on even when the camera is mounted on a tripod "with no problem" (page 43). Also states IS is "effective" when camera is mounted on a monopod.
Apr 9, 2015 08:56:07 #
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.
All comments welcome.
I would like to thank you for commenting ahead of time.
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This would depend on the amount of Shutter Speed that you are using.
When on a mono-pod I do use the IS.
When on a tripod = Nope.
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