Archived posting to the Leica Users Group, 2010/01/12
[Author Prev] [Author Next] [Thread Prev] [Thread Next] [Author Index] [Topic Index] [Home] [Search]Jayanand Govindaraj wrote: >Stabilisation is not over rated at all - it is essential: > >http://gallery.leica-users.org/v/jayanand/Ranthambhore_001/_DSC6850.jpg.html > >1/60 at 380mm hand holding a Nikkor 200-400 lens, heavy stuff - the >lens by itself weighs 3.3 kg...My gallery is filled with photographs >that would not be there without Vibration Reduction. It's neither essential nor over-rated. There are many ways to reduce camera shake, electro-mechanical stabilization among them. Each has its advantages and disadvantages, whether it's essential or not depends on the particular circumstances and personal preferences. Doug Herr Birdman of Sacramento http://www.wildlightphoto.com