Originally Posted by
bobt
I bought the 70-200 but I didn't go with the IS simply because of the cost difference, and the extra weight. However, it really is an individual decision based on your own priorities. I valued a lighter lens more than I valued the IS and extra cost. I also find that it's not a lens i use a lot due to its size, and I use other lenses much more. For me - I'd put the money towards some other priority, but at the end of the day you have to remember that we each have different priorities, different shooting styles and different needs.