Canon EF 70-200mm f/2.8L IS II USM vs EF 70-200mm f/2.8L USM
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Chris Johnston
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200mm on a crop camera on a monopod? (or even a tripod) I got a feeling you're still gonna see ghitters.....get the is
steventimothy
Well-known member
If it will be poised on a good, professional quality tripod, then you should be OK with the non IS version. You'll need sandbags in a stiff breeze.
If you're shooting documentaries, or grabbing and going all the time with it, you might prefer the IS. If you search this section for IS vs. non-IS there's some good footage that illustrates the difference, with the very lens you're seeking, I believe.
Also, for your next project, you may consider renting the Canon 70-200 f/2.8 IS lens, and then trying with the IS turned on and off. That's a safe way to ensure you don't make a regrettable decision. borrowlenses.com or others are great, for less than $100 for a week you can't go wrong.
If you're shooting documentaries, or grabbing and going all the time with it, you might prefer the IS. If you search this section for IS vs. non-IS there's some good footage that illustrates the difference, with the very lens you're seeking, I believe.
Also, for your next project, you may consider renting the Canon 70-200 f/2.8 IS lens, and then trying with the IS turned on and off. That's a safe way to ensure you don't make a regrettable decision. borrowlenses.com or others are great, for less than $100 for a week you can't go wrong.