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I'm tempted instead by the Minolta Maxxum 5D that's due next month. The in-body IS combined with the large range of available mid-quality minolta glass makes quite an argument.


There is a downside to in-body IS that isn't obvious. With the IS in the body you only benefit from the stabilization when you take the picture. If you have IS in the lens then you also get to benefit from stabilization while you are framing the shot.

In lens stabiliazation therefore also makes it easier to focus on the spot that you want. Very helpful when bobbing about on a boat or something.
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