To IS or not to IS: Image Stabilization

[Loupey]

A few more examples.

My point is that the IS technology and 2x flexibility will enable many to shoot in situations which might be difficult to set up otherwise. Sure the image quality is not going to outproduce a prime in controlled or studio conditions.

IMO, a "degraded" image of an interesting subject/action is "better" than a sharper image of a dull one. Again, the point here is get the shot. For me at least, handholding with IS and occasionally reaching out with a 2x allows me to do that.

My apologies for the amount of digital noise here - all were shot at ISO 400 with my tired old 10D. I consider ISO 200 to be my nomal go-to setting.

Besides, I've never yet encountered studio conditions out in the field