I for one would like to see more prime lenses with vibration reduction. The sad truth of the matter is that as I have aged I notice a more pronouced tremor that sometimes causes my pics to be not as sharp as I would like. Most of my photos are taken on walk arounds and shot leaning over fences into other people's gardens. A tripod is not always practical. Is it just me or are there more like me out there???
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Whiskeyman
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I know of at least one, Ron. I first noticed having this problem last fall, and immediately purchased a sturdy but lightweight monopod. It really helps me keep the camera somewhat steady.
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Ruidoso Bill
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WhiskeyMan got it right, try an inexpensive lightweight monopod, your shots will sharpen up. You may also investigate higher ISO to get your shutter speed up.
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Horoscope Fish
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- Sliced bread
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- Monopods
What do ALL those things have in common?
I wouldn't want to live in a world without them.
If you want VR because of your shaky hands like mine, compensate it with a flash if possible. People who takes the time to capture a specific subject with a tripod will lead to better and sharper images.
I have a 300mm f4 that doesn't have VR. I use it for sports and VR wouldn't even matter since I use shutter speeds above 1/320. I have a 105mm f2.8 VR lens that I use for macro work and I use it with a tripod most of the time and the VR is always off. So, to me, VR is not always the solution. Mind you that I have carpal tunnel syndrome on my dominant hand.
I have a 300mm f4 that doesn't have VR. I use it for sports and VR wouldn't even matter since I use shutter speeds above 1/320. I have a 105mm f2.8 VR lens that I use for macro work and I use it with a tripod most of the time and the VR is always off. So, to me, VR is not always the solution. Mind you that I have carpal tunnel syndrome on my dominant hand.
Have a monopod but it is woefully inadequate. Might look for better one. As I've said before, I am not much of a flasher. There are times when flash is necessary but I generally don't like the effect,but will certainly explore the monopod idea. The idea of a good ball head is intriguing. It could double as walking stick which would solve another age related problem I appreciate everyones comments very much.
"I have a 300mm f4 that doesn't have VR. I use it for sports and VR wouldn't even matter since I use shutter speeds above 1/320."
Ummmm....so a big "DUH" light bulb just went off in my head when I read that. I have been hoping to get a longer zoom of 300mm or more to shoot my daughters sporting events with. Cost is an issue for me so I was looking at the 70-300mm VR Nikon. BUT almost all of my shots are 1/320 or above and I have a pretty steady hand. I hadn't thought about the effect of shutter speed on the reduction of vibration of the shot. Perhaps I can go bigger length for cheaper money....thanks as always for giving me insight Nikonites!
Ummmm....so a big "DUH" light bulb just went off in my head when I read that. I have been hoping to get a longer zoom of 300mm or more to shoot my daughters sporting events with. Cost is an issue for me so I was looking at the 70-300mm VR Nikon. BUT almost all of my shots are 1/320 or above and I have a pretty steady hand. I hadn't thought about the effect of shutter speed on the reduction of vibration of the shot. Perhaps I can go bigger length for cheaper money....thanks as always for giving me insight Nikonites!
Horoscope Fish
Senior Member
I'll toss out that my current monopod love is all about the Manfrotto 679B. Though you can find lighter 'pods, this one sort of hit the sweet spot for me.
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One something like this could be good...
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