Interesting read on Nikon's VR system

[Mike D90]

I apologize if this is already here somewhere. I have not yet seen it anywhere and many of you may already know this information. I did not and it particularly interested me as I have the 70-300mm ED VR lens coming soon.

It was also interesting that I read to NEVER remove the VR lenses from the camera while the camera power selector is "On" as it can cause some weird issues with the lens.


Nikon VR explained

 

[gusflores]

Thanks for sharing!

 

[hark]

A good read! I've found the Active VR works better for me than the Normal VR because I have chronic tendonitis in both forearms, and I was still getting slightly blurred photos while using the Normal VR. My photos taken with Active VR are MUCH sharper so I'm now a happy camper. However, I wouldn't recommend using Active VR under conditions that usually would require Normal VR unless someone has trouble holding the camera steady like me. People with Parkinson's disease might benefit by using Active VR, too--they'd have to give it a try and see if the results are better with Active vs. Normal VR.

 

[Horoscope Fish]

Thom Hogan rocks.

That's the article I point to when someone freaks out after I've told them they'll get sharper photos by turning off VR. Worth re-reading.

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[Moab Man]

Early on I found I got sharper images without VR. I will use it when the situation will not allow for me to take the time to stabilize on my own.

 

[carguy]

I apologize if this is already here somewhere. I have not yet seen it anywhere and many of you may already know this information. I did not and it particularly interested me as I have the 70-300mm ED VR lens coming soon.

It was also interesting that I read to NEVER remove the VR lenses from the camera while the camera power selector is "On" as it can cause some weird issues with the lens.


Nikon VR explained

Good info.

I always make sure my camera body is off when switching any lens or adding/removing a flash. Old habits last a while

 

[fiVe]

The VR article is very informative, and the bythom website appears to be a very extensive Nikon resource. Glad I found it.

 

[onn30]

Great article. Thanks for sharing.

Just to confirm that I understand and am using it correctly...if I'm using a 70-200 2.8 VRII lens and shooting from a boat (subject is water-skier), shutter speed at 1/1000 sec, then keep VR off...yes? Since shutter speed is so high, VR will not do anything to improve image...correct?

But...if the shutter speed is low (say 1/125 sec or lower), then turn VR on to "action" setting (since platform, in this case - boat) is moving...right?

 

[richarde1605]

My manual tells a different version to removing lenses whilst the camera is on, so two switches to turn off???
That was an interesting read, mainly opinion, YMMV.
How VR works is a different matter, and if it suits your needs is up to you to decide.....

Vibration Reduction
Do not turn the camera off or remove the lens while vibration reduction is in effect. If power to the lens is cut while vibration reduction is on, the lens may rattle when shaken. This is not
a malfunction, and can be corrected by reattaching the lens and turning the camera on.
Vibration reduction is disabled while the built-in flash is charging. When vibration reduction
is active, the image in the viewfinder may be blurred after the shutter is released. This does
not indicate a malfunction.
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[Deezey]

I almost never use VR unless I am in an awkward shooting position. In this case it can really help in situations where you can't take a traditional stance or brace yourself.