IBIS , ILIS OR BOTH?
Jan 21, 2020 07:09:40 #
I am just wondering when useing a lens with image stabilisation on a mirrorless camera with IBIS, should I leave both stabilizers on (I have been turning of the IS on the lens) or turn one off ?
Jan 21, 2020 07:42:46 #
Interesting question. I think I would test both IBIS & ILIS separately to see which gave the best results. Using both could be counterproductive & possibly cancel each other out.
Jan 21, 2020 07:55:34 #
billnikon
Loc: Pennsylvania/Ohio/Florida/Maui/Oregon/Vermont
NormanTheGr8 wrote:
I am just wondering when useing a lens with image stabilisation on a mirrorless camera with IBIS, should I leave both stabilizers on (I have been turning of the IS on the lens) or turn one off ?
On my Son a9 with the 200-600, I have the optical steady shot set to ON, and the Mode set to 2. And yes, when I am looking through the lens, when I touch the shutter, I can really see the IBIS system working.
Jan 21, 2020 07:59:51 #
IDguy
Loc: Idaho
NormanTheGr8 wrote:
I am just wondering when useing a lens with image stabilisation on a mirrorless camera with IBIS, should I leave both stabilizers on (I have been turning of the IS on the lens) or turn one off ?
With Nikon Zs you leave both on to improve overall performance.
Jan 21, 2020 08:00:24 #
IDguy
Loc: Idaho
nicksr1125 wrote:
Interesting question. I think I would test both IBIS & ILIS separately to see which gave the best results. Using both could be counterproductive & possibly cancel each other out.
Not on Nikon Zs.
Jan 21, 2020 08:18:35 #
I would think it would depend on the OEM's recommendation as to what to do.
Jan 21, 2020 08:23:45 #
nicksr1125 wrote:
Interesting question. I think I would test both IBIS & ILIS separately to see which gave the best results. Using both could be counterproductive & possibly cancel each other out.
On Sony cameras they work in conjunction with each other. Suspect other brands are similar. Check your manual to be sure.
Jan 21, 2020 08:26:45 #
Screamin Scott wrote:
I would think it would depend on the OEM's recommendation as to what to do.
But which OEM Canon Lens, Sigma Adapter, Sony a7III best bet probably Sigma I guess .
Jan 21, 2020 08:58:38 #
NormanTheGr8 wrote:
I am just wondering when useing a lens with image stabilisation on a mirrorless camera with IBIS, should I leave both stabilizers on (I have been turning of the IS on the lens) or turn one off ?
With your Sony III leave both on (unless you are mounted on a tripod). Sony IBIS bodies and ILIS lenses work together. ILIS works better on long lenses, but your Sony will figure that out if you are using Sony lenses.
Jan 21, 2020 09:26:35 #
MichaelH
Loc: NorCal via Lansing, MI
On M4/3 cameras like Olympus and Panasonic you leave both turned to on increase the effectiveness unless you are using a tripod.
Jan 22, 2020 05:16:46 #
wdross
Loc: Castle Rock, Colorado
NormanTheGr8 wrote:
I am just wondering when useing a lens with image stabilisation on a mirrorless camera with IBIS, should I leave both stabilizers on (I have been turning of the IS on the lens) or turn one off ?
It depends on what the manufacturer has set up. With Olympus, you want both on. The IBIS for the E-M1 mkII is 5.5 stops and the E-M1X has 6.5 stops. But when combined with a lens like the 12-100 f4 Pro IS lense or the 300 f4 Pro IS lens, the image stabilization becomes 6.5 stops for the E-M1 mkII and 7.5 stops for the E-M1X .
Jan 22, 2020 06:08:14 #
NormanTheGr8 wrote:
I am just wondering when useing a lens with image stabilisation on a mirrorless camera with IBIS, should I leave both stabilizers on (I have been turning of the IS on the lens) or turn one off ?
If you own Olympus or Sony cameras, then the answer is yes. I own both.
Jan 22, 2020 07:09:31 #
wdross wrote:
It depends on what the manufacturer has set up. With Olympus, you want both on.
Same with Panasonic...works amazingly well with the Panasonic G9.
Jan 22, 2020 07:16:02 #
Nddave01
Loc: Bismarck, ND
NormanTheGr8 wrote:
I am just wondering when useing a lens with image stabilisation on a mirrorless camera with IBIS, should I leave both stabilizers on (I have been turning of the IS on the lens) or turn one off ?
The Fuji X-H1 has IBIS and when you use a lens with OIS stabilization the body handles 3 axis of stabilization and the lens handles 2. If you switch of the lens stabilization it also turns IBIS off.
Jan 22, 2020 09:10:01 #
NormanTheGr8 wrote:
I am just wondering when useing a lens with image stabilisation on a mirrorless camera with IBIS, should I leave both stabilizers on (I have been turning of the IS on the lens) or turn one off ?
It depends on brand. Panasonic features Dual IS 2, which combines IBIS with ILIS. You have to be using select PANASONIC or PANASONIC LEICA lenses and PANASONIC bodies, though.
Olympus has a few lenses and bodies that work together, as well.
You can’t mix body and lens brands and use both. In that case, it might be “either or” or body only. There are proprietary computers in lens and body that talk to each other to coordinate the two systems.
IBIS works best at focal lengths under 200mm full frame equivalent. ILIS works best at longer lengths.
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