Some people believe a stabilised lens will provide slightly softer results than a non stabilised lens. The lens and camera body are constantly moving one element to stabilise the image provided through the mirror box but...these people believe that this element may move during exposure to the detriment of the image sharpness. I have not tested this so cannot offer any comment.
I rate and use Nikon's VR system allowing me to shoot at lower shutter speeds to get propeller blur for my aviation shots. Although at times I turn off VR when shooting fast jets as there is a lag in panning so I have to catch-up with the jet then pan with it as I take the shot.
I have to state VR works very very well and I have been a supporter for four years. I cannot live without it but none of my lower focal length lenses have it - no real need.
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