Image stabilizer noise (1 Viewer)

[imagedude]

I've just obtained my first stabilized lens and I've noticed that it makes an unpleasant grinding/whining noise for about 5 seconds after I press the shutter release/focus button. Is this usual?

 

[postcardcv]

the IS takes a while to wind down, which makes a noise like the one you're describing.

 

[Overread]

The winding down can also be a help if you suddenly need to take another shot. Also it will start to (and keep whirring) if you hold the shutter button halfpressed.

 

[Markulous]

Mine depend on the IS (or OS) as to noise:
Canon f/4 IS - noisy (with clunks and an occasional mild screech stop)
Canon 100-400mm IS - pretty quiet
Sigma 150-500mm OS - very noisy (but at +4 stops I'm not complaining!)

 

[jalethbridge]

My Canon 300 f4 is also stupidly noisy with clicks. It is quite offputting if you have used another IS lense which is quieter. The system on the 70-200 f4 is barely noticeable.

 

[JohnZ]

I have just sold my Canon 300mm f4 IS lens due to not being able to get on with it.

 

[Highcountry]

I guess that I am lucky. Both my 70-200mm f4 and 500mm lenses have very nice manners as far as IS noise. Hardly noticeable, especially the 500mm.