Lens Image Stabilization vs Camera Support

[Cavemandude]

Though not shot with GH1, it is still an interesting comparison between using lens image stabilization, camera support or both.

Randy

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I AGREE

 

[rambooc1]

The important thing i think is when you let go the camera to operate a control you loose stability. With some kind of camera support (even basic) that keeps stability and allows one hand to move around, that has to be the minimum. Heck even folding your legs in on a tripod and holding it above the ground is a big improvement.

Not sure it's worth spending big bucks on fancy support is right for everyone, but i guess some of it is to impress the client. Personally i like to go with the minimum and be inventive. In camera IS can look surreal sometimes but there is a place for it as is software stabilization.