For me, I'm not sure how much IS would help really.


I can shoot fairly reliably from 1/10-1/40 or so through the range with a good keep percentage. If i'm hiking or going out specifically for shooting I've got my tripod and I don't mind taking the time to set it up (stills and things).





I just don't see the little bit more hand-hold-ability that IS would allow being worth the $500 more or however much it would be.