Does it have Image Stablization? D.Ting's review has gripe of no Image Stablization, but product description states The PowerShot SD630 Digital Elph features new ISO 800 and High ISO Auto settings that reduce the effects of camera shake and sharpen subjects in low-light situations with high shutter speeds, giving you greater flexibility for shooting. Does it have Image Stablization? D.Ting's review has gripe of no Image Stablization, but product description states The PowerShot SD630 Digital Elph features new ISO 800 and High ISO Auto... » Read More Does it have Image Stablization? D.Ting's review has gripe of no Image Stablization, but product description states The PowerShot SD630 Digital Elph features new ISO 800 and High ISO Auto settings that reduce the effects of camera shake and sharpen subjects in low-light situations with high shutter speeds, giving you greater flexibility for shooting. « Show Less
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Everything I'm reading could be applied to my S5 Nikon coolpix; blurs at low light w/o flash. if it's a sensor problem, then they are all using the same sensor.
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As you already found out, no it doesnt support Image Stabilization but a higher ISO does sharpen the image in the most of the situations where pictures would normally come out blurry (low light). It's pretty hard to blur an picture in bright light if you are fairly still and have the object in focus.
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What you are talking about are ISO settings. ISO settings are for LIGHTING situations when not wanting to use the flash. Not to forget that the higher the ISO the more noise there is. So Ill tell you what, try using your camera on ISO 800 without the flash, and take a pic while shaking your hand. It doesnt have to be violent, just up and down. Or you can even try taking an action shot. Then, tell me how great it comes out.Or, you can read this...http://www.engadget.com/2006/04/27/canons-powershot-sd630-review-roundup/
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No. Olympus puts the image stabilization in their bodies (and the 5-axis Olympus image stabilization is absolutely amazing).
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Everyone 's hands shake especially with telephoto lens. The beauty of modern cameras is that they shoot so quickly that its it practically eliminates the problem of hand shake. That said, when shutter speed is decreased to allow more light unto the sensor, this lens handles itself better than even the most expensive lens. This locks the image, keeping it stable, even before u take the shot. The only problem is that it really drains the battery. So use only when using slower shutter speeds like below 1/60 of a second. Even with slow speeds its always best to master good technique. Hope this helps. (Stop overthinking this, Buy this lens!!!!!)
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Hi Craig J., I don't know if it has image stabilization. I returned it the same week. The closure on the lens would not open properly, after only taking one picture. I did some research and found out it was a common problem with this particular nikon camera.
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I am not always steady with the camera, either. So far I have not had one that isn't crystal clear. I would recommend that you try it. It has very fast shutter speed.
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Image Stabilization (IS) does NOT help with moving objects... it will ONLY HELP with stationary objects like buildings or a landscape. It will not help take stable pictures of people or kids... in fact, it could lead to blurrier photos of people as the IS algorithm will allow the use of a slower shutter speed... you'll end up with sharp backgrounds and blurry people!! Avoid IS unless you know the consequences. The SD900 should be a great choice.
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Hi everybody!DO you think that the image stabilizer in both cameras (800 and 850) are the same? In Brazil, the prices are lowest to buy SD800 IS, but this resoruce is very important to my job. So, if it´s better in SD850 IS.... Could you help de to decide?Tks, Arnaldo.
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I think you mean "image stabilization"? Yes, it does have an image stabilization option. The lens has a fast aperture of f/1.8 (meaning the lens opens wide to let in a lot of light) which can enable shooting in low light conditions with a decent shutter speed such that image stabilization may not be as critical as on other cameras.
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Just to expand Marty's point a bit... With a non-image stabilized camera, the rule of thumb for a 4/3 camera is to use a shutter speed of 1/(2 X FocalLength) sec or faster in order to avoid camera shake blurring. With the E-500 and a 200mm lens, you would need to shoot handheld at a shutter speed of 1/400 sec or faster in order to avoid camera shake blurring. With the E-620 and a 200mm lens with image stabilization engaged, however, you could use a shutter speed of 1/100 sec or possibly as slow as 1/50 sec. Note that image stabilization will not stop blurring from subject motion.
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Thanks Janet, I kinda knew that, but was surprised that you would be using p&s.; I would love nothing more than to stick with a p&s;,but the shutter lag (for shooting puppies/dogs in motion)(low-key professionally) is KILLING me. Is it true, there is no p&s; with a truly shorter shutter lag?p.s. not to mention a big ol' black SLR scares heck outta puppies!
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I bought the Olympus and have found it very intuitive and simple to use. Picture quality seems good, even in long zoom conditions. It has been banged around a bit in my travels with no apparent ill affects. It still suffers the digital delay that every camera I have tried to use in taking candid grandkid pictures. As long as the subject isn't moving, digital works great. My personal preference remains my 35mm SLR film Pentax...no delay. Hard to get film developed these days, though.
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No it doesn't, there is no image stabilization on this camera. I wish it did.
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I had the 18-250 non stabilized. I sold it to a friend. I am in my mid 70s and need the IS to help me get sharp pictures. I see no reason why you need the 16-300. Enjoy it.
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IS = Image Stabilization. A lens with IS can be used to take photos at slower shutter speeds than lenses without IS before camera shake causes the image to become blurry. Usually you need a shutter speed that is 1/FL, where FL=focal length of the lens, to prevent camera shake when handholding this lens (e.g., not mounted to a tripod). So if you had this lens set to 200mm you would normally need a shutter speed of 1/200 or faster (1/320 on a crop sensor body such as a Rebel, 70D, 7D, etc., due to the 1.6X reduced field of view). With the IS version you could shoot 1/100, even 1/50 if you have a steady hand, and get consistently good results. IS = Image Stabilization. A lens with IS can be used to take photos at slower shutter speeds than lenses without IS before camera shake causes the image to become blurry. Usually you need a shutter speed that is 1/FL, where FL=focal length of the lens, to prevent camera shake when handholding this lens (e.g., not mounted to a tripod). So if you had this lens set to 200mm you would normally need a shutter speed of 1/200 or faster (1/320 on a crop sensor body such as a Rebel, 70D, 7D, etc., due to the 1.6X reduced field of view). With the IS version you could shoot 1/100, even... » Read More IS = Image Stabilization. A lens with IS can be used to take photos at slower shutter speeds than lenses without IS before camera shake causes the image to become blurry. Usually you need a shutter speed that is 1/FL, where FL=focal length of the lens, to prevent camera shake when handholding this lens (e.g., not mounted to a tripod). So if you had this lens set to 200mm you would normally need a shutter speed of 1/200 or faster (1/320 on a crop sensor body such as a Rebel, 70D, 7D, etc., due to the 1.6X reduced field of view). With the IS version you could shoot 1/100, even 1/50 if you have a steady hand, and get consistently good results. « Show Less
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I have the Sony. (Took 3 thousand photos and video on an international trip). It is mostly fine, but there are 2 complaints with which I agree on the message boards. 1. Blue purple tint and glare from the lens coating in bright sunlight. 2. In general, not perfectly sharp pictures usually. (I have 5 year old Kodak 5mp that is often more sharp). The good...amazing motion stabilization. 'Able to take photos in almost any light condition without the flash!! I also have some good photos from moving vehicles. Very compact and no protruding lens or lens motor. Quick startup. HD movie is ok also. Acceptable battery life. FYI. There are assorted complaints about the Canons also. I have now read enough not to expect perfect photos from ANY point and shoot, but like you, I hate to drag around that Nikon. (You might try one of the new cameras with a bit larger sensor, like 4 3rds).
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I have the original DSC-H20, and we gave the DSC-H20/B to my father-in-law for Christmas. His looks and is almost exactly the same as mine, but it has a few more options in the manual and program modes. Specifically I recall that he had more shutter speeds and focus distances to choose from. Edit: Sorry, I was mislead! My camera was missing some ISO speeds, etc. in the menus for some reason (stopped at 800 instead of 3200). But they just appeared. Must have been a firmware glitch!? :(
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I bought this camera (and kit) as a present for my sister, but have used it on various occasions. The images are sharp, with beautiful saturated color. Unless the shutter speed drops below 1/60 I see no reason for problems with "camera shake". I'm a professional photographer and found this camera to be an excellent performer. Good luck.