Canon 24-70 2.8
Mar 11, 2017 08:40:35 #
davidrb wrote:
Some of Canon's best lenses do not have it. One of the most popular lenses has it as an option. Here is a question. If IS is so important why does it have and "OFF" position?
If you are using a lens which has IS on a tripod, you should turn the IS off.
Mar 11, 2017 08:41:53 #
MikeMcK wrote:
If you are using a lens which has IS on a tripod, you should turn the IS off.
Just as the instructions explain.Mar 11, 2017 08:46:38 #
To further davidrb's response above regarding IS Modes, some may be interested in Canon's Quick-Tips video on the topic found here:
http://learn.usa.canon.com/resources/articles/2013/quick_tips_videos.shtml
http://learn.usa.canon.com/resources/articles/2013/quick_tips_videos.shtml
Mar 11, 2017 08:53:25 #
Mar 11, 2017 08:54:27 #
Actually, many of the latest Canon lens with IS are tripod sensing and turning off the IS is moot but still something I do when it's locked down tight.
Mar 11, 2017 09:13:01 #
I have the 24-70 2.8 and a 24-105 f4 IS. For what I use the 24-70 f2.8 for (low light sports in close areas or on a tripod if low shutter speeds are required, or night shooting) IS is not that big a deal, and I use the 24-105 for everything else. I like the IS on the 24-105 and wish at times that the 24-70 had it. In fact, if it had IS I might not have bought the 24-105. As I use the 24-105 most of the time, I'm not sure that I will keep the 24-70 once the grandkids are no longer playing gym sports.
Bill
Bill
Mar 11, 2017 09:57:21 #
Thanks so much guys! I won't be concerned with this issue any longer after your well informed replies.
Have a great weekend!
Have a great weekend!
Mar 11, 2017 10:03:36 #
Canon 24-70mm II L 2.8 without IS,
I personally do not need IS in this lens in day-lite.. Lens is a " work Horse" I do love it. Probably use it outdoor more than anything my other L series Canon's.
If you use it on to the waterfalls and other slow speed shot's you would need tripod.
I personally do not need IS in this lens in day-lite.. Lens is a " work Horse" I do love it. Probably use it outdoor more than anything my other L series Canon's.
If you use it on to the waterfalls and other slow speed shot's you would need tripod.
Mar 11, 2017 10:54:19 #
Have used this lens for years and never wished I had it. For longer lens ie 150-600 IS is great but for this lens no big deal. I like to shoot at 1/100 and above if possible.
Mar 11, 2017 12:45:26 #
dnash wrote:
How big an issue is it that this lens doesn't have IS?
You don't mention using a tripod with this lens. I've found IS to become a very "big deal" when trying to hand hold any lens. The IS compensates for slight movements of the camera and lens. I use a Tamron SP 24-70mm f2.8 VC USM lens. At the time Canon did not have a 24-70mm IS f2.8 lens in their line-up, and I needed a low light fast lens for a project I was engaged in. The Tamron VC, which is the Tamron version of IS, is very effective in taking out slight hand movements up to 4 f stops. Using a f4 lens, depending on your camera model, you can up the ISO to get shutter speeds that will negate hand movements. Of course increasing ISO may induce noise into your photos. In my opinion, it's always better to have to turn IS off when not needed, than need IS and not have it available.
B
Mar 11, 2017 12:58:00 #
Mar 11, 2017 14:00:06 #
On my 5D MkIV, I've never missed it. In fact, I prefer this lens over my Nikon 24-70 f2.8 ED VR because with my Canon 24-70 f2.8 I can take great photos at 3/4 the size and weight, which when traveling adds up to a big difference.
Mar 11, 2017 14:04:04 #
Retired fat guy with a camera
Loc: Colorado
If you shoot with a tri-pod or fast shutter speed. IS doesn't matter. I bought a prime 300 mm L without IS, everything I read said that is was sharper than the one that had it. I have taken some tack sharp, hand held shots with it. All I am saying is, don't let whether a lens has IS or not, stop you from buying a lens you want.
Mar 11, 2017 15:37:41 #
Another vote for the 24-70 II f2.8. This is my go-to lens on my 70d unless I really need more wide angle. Then I boost ISO and use the 18-55mm kit lens. The 24-70 is tack-sharp and have not had IS issues. I also have the 16-35 II f2.8. Just can't seem to get sharp images with this one but have seen (can't exactly remember where) that this particular lens is not recommended for the 70d. Wish I had seen that before purchasing. IMHO, you will not regret getting the 24-70 f2.8.
Mar 11, 2017 23:41:22 #
amfoto1
Loc: San Jose, Calif. USA
dnash wrote:
How big an issue is it that this lens doesn't have IS?
None at all for me.
If you really, really want IS, there's the 24-70/4L with it, as well as a couple different 24-105mm.
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