I am just glad I didn't decide to go in to the medical field and become a surgeon. It isn't technique that shakes it is me....Originally Posted by Bill W
First let me say, I also agree w/HDN & Neuro's opinions (boy, I hate saying I agree w/Neuro), but unlike HDN's concern for his shaking, I believe my technique for hand holding a camera/lens is solid and allows me to drop to some lower shutter speeds w/out assistance of IS.
@ fracon... There is more than one way to shoot a bird. Every person is different some always off tripod, some with monopod and some hand held. Like JJ said he is going for the action, some people go for the pose. Some take hikes through the woods to get shots. Some take shots out the windows of their vehicles at the local park. Like Nate said, his style of shooting the IS is off 90% of the time. You have to ask yourself what percentage of the time you would need it.
Either lens will serve you well, I think the thread has defined the limitations of both very well.
Unfortunately the lenses you are considering are just a stepping stone if you are really serious. Many of those giving you a response have moved up to a 500mm F4L.
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