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Canon SLR Lens Difference

Ascii · 2013-11-15 10:36:42

In simple terms can someone explain what the difference between an IS II and a DC III lens. This is in relation to an 18-55 lens kit for a Canon EOS 600D. Would one be a step ahead of the other or for the average amateur is the difference negligible. Thanks

15-11-2013 10:36am

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Ascii

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In simple terms can someone explain what the difference between an IS II and a DC III lens. This is in relation to an 18-55 lens kit for a Canon EOS 600D.

Would one be a step ahead of the other or for the average amateur is the difference negligible.

Thanks

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#2 15-11-2013 11:41am

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The IS bit stands for Image Stabilisation, and is Canon's terms for....you guessed it....image stabilisation. Tamron call this VC, Sigma call this OS.

The II and III bit simply signify its version or 3 of this particular lens. It has no bearing on how good or bad it is if you're comparing 2 different lens. Version 3 of a very cheap budget lens will not be comparable to the first version of a high end Canon L lens.

The DC bit is Sigma's term to signify the lens is made for APS-C sensor cameras, basically crop sensors.

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