24-70mm f2.8

[Lightsped]

Thanks for the help. I consider myself still a learner. I am sure my lens or camera shake is soft because of my technique. But one thing I don't understand is even if I use the 18-55 VR kit lens, I can generally get sharper images than the 24-70. Its like the 18-55 VR is just sooo much easier to use. The 24-70 seems to require higher ISO settings than the 18-55 VR. Again, I am kind of a noob so go easy. Thanks

 

[astroNikon]

Test yourself taking shots of the same thing with VR ON then VR OFF, and compare.
Then work on your technique

I have the same problem you are having, though I'm getting much better than when I first started
http://www.thephotoforum.com/forum/...-making-yourself-tripod-versus-using-one.html

 

[molested_cow]

Yep good stance and breathing technique is a virtue. Holding elbows out doing the chicken dance not so much.

Chicken disagrees!