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It will be interesting to see if the hybrid image stabilization works as advertised. I'm still not sure it will allow you to shoot macro without a tripod. The limitation for me has always been the narrow DOF requiring precise camera movements and not camera shake. On the other hand the original was a fine lens for shooting a variety of things and IS would be welcome in those situations.
It will be interesting to see if the hybrid image stabilization works as advertised. I'm still not sure it will allow you to shoot macro without a tripod. The limitation for me has always been the narrow DOF requiring precise camera movements and not camera shake. On the other hand the original was a fine lens for shooting a variety of things and IS would be welcome in those situations.
I see photos of this guy from South America who uses a Canon XSi and the original 100 Macro, and he seldom uses a tripod when taking photos of poisonous spiders, frogs and insects. He does what he calls "creep-in," snaps a picture, and moves back. He uses the expensive Canon double-light flash unit. He has been waiting for the 100 Macro IS. I always use a tripod, and the standard 100 Macro is a favorite of mine. It's sharp as a tack, and does not cost too much.
I use the 180L and the MP-E and never use a tripod either. Kinda hard when Im slithering around in the bushes or on my belly.
This new 100L would be great for me because I can use it as a portrait lens as well. When Im out in the yard shooting bugs, I wont have to run in the change lenses when the wife says "Take a picture of me and be sure to get my whole body in the shot".
I use the 180L and the MP-E and never use a tripod either. Kinda hard when Im slithering around in the bushes or on my belly.
This new 100L would be great for me because I can use it as a portrait lens as well. When Im out in the yard shooting bugs, I wont have to run in the change lenses when the wife says "Take a picture of me and be sure to get my whole body in the shot".
Some future Canon lenses will include a newer IS system developed by Canon recently. The new IS controls movement from two directions instead of one. I thought Canon would include it on the 100 Macro, but I could not find the information at the link above.
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