does it have image stabilization?
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Hi, this lens does not have image stabilization. I bought it because I needed a wide angle lens and the Sigma brand is a very good alternative to the expensive Canon lenses. Hope this helps answer your question.
341414
It does not, but it also has very poor edge performance for star shots. Tried 2 out and rejected both. Ended up with the Sigma 35mm 1.4 DG which also does not have IS but has very good optical performance at the edges, without star smear.
1928667
No. Canon does offer one with image stabilization, but it is several hundred dollars more expensive. You can google Canon lenses & see it & read its specs.
54164
Yes. Or at least mine certainly does. Oddly the stabilization goes a bit wonky if there is no motion at all, so just don't use it when you're on a tripod.
191715
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.
474865
Nope, it doesn't. For wide angle lenses is not common to have that feature.When in doubt, check the coding in the name. If it has an 'IS' it means it has Image Stabilization.
2212260
No image stabilization or UM--it is a plain jane lens, my wife decided to stick with her 250mm IS lens instead--she loved the camera and kit though
572807
NO it isn't very sharp and has no image stabilization built in. It's also not easy to change focus because the focus ring is tiny and not easily moved nor finely tuned.
427198
Read this review it does mention that this lens does have "image stabilization".....hope this helps...http://www.dpreview.com/lensreviews/tamron-18-270mm-3p5-6p3-vc-pzd
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1) Yes it does have image stabilization. If you look closely at the display picture on Amazon, you can see there is a "switch" for image stabilization right under the AF/MF focus switch.2) I do believe it is compatible with the Canon EOS 550D. I am judging by the fact that this is an EF-S lens and the 550D can mount that type of lens. If you go to Canon (http://www.canon-europe.com/For_Home/Product_Finder/Cameras/Digital_SLR/EOS_550D/#p-specification22) you'll see under Specification >> Accessories, it lists that "All EF and EF-S lenses" are supported.Don't for get to mark that this was helpful, if it was :) good luck 1) Yes it does have image stabilization. If you look closely at the display picture on Amazon, you can see there is a "switch" for image stabilization right under the AF/MF focus switch.2) I do believe it is compatible with the Canon EOS 550D. I am judging by the fact that this is an EF-S lens and the 550D can mount that type of lens. If you go to Canon (http://www.canon-europe.com/For_Home/Product_Finder/Cameras/Digital_SLR/EOS_550D/#p-specification22) you'll see under Specification >> Accessories, it lists that "All EF and EF-S lenses" are... » Read More 1) Yes it does have image stabilization. If you look closely at the display picture on Amazon, you can see there is a "switch" for image stabilization right under the AF/MF focus switch.2) I do believe it is compatible with the Canon EOS 550D. I am judging by the fact that this is an EF-S lens and the 550D can mount that type of lens. If you go to Canon (http://www.canon-europe.com/For_Home/Product_Finder/Cameras/Digital_SLR/EOS_550D/#p-specification22) you'll see under Specification >> Accessories, it lists that "All EF and EF-S lenses" are supported.Don't for get to mark that this was helpful, if it was :) good luck « Show Less
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Yes, that's probably the image stabilization unit. It has some free movement when camera is not powered on - that's normal behavior. Don't know how robust this is on the long term, but from the little I tested it seemed fine. I'd be more concerned about battery life, which is relatively short.
1810576
Yes. Not as good at the longer focal lengths - but it does have Image Stabilization....
275384
I bought the camera and it doesnt have Optical Image Stabilization and Amazon still have it on their description
1590623
This camera offers digital stabilization, which is not nearly as effective as optical stabilization. This camera does NOT offer optical stabilization, only digital.
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This camera does have image stabilization: Lens-shift and Electronic VR If you have any further questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to contact our sales department at 800-991-3350 EST. We thank you for your time and consideration!
2233709
No, it does not. Shutter speed is a big problem; it's fine for still shots not action shots and Auto doesn't help.
1367063
Yes, it does. Very good quality for the price. If I had it to do over, I would have bought the model right above this one. It works nice for stills but of course a separate digital camera with a higher pixel count would be better.
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Yes it does. A very sophisticated image stabilization. It can be set in 4 different modes: 1.Off 2. Auto (both horizontal & vertical stabilization) 3. Vertical only for up and down movements 4. Horizontal only for panning horizontally. Trust this helps.