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What is Optical Image Stabilization (OIS )

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Image Stabilization  (or  IS)  is a method to reduce  taking blurry photos by moving the camera lens automatically to compensate for camera movement which can be induced by the user hand-holding the camera, or because the camera is fixed on a platform prone to vibration or movements. Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) is a feature that you find on the cameras of many high-end smartphones. OIS eliminates a very common problem: blurry photos induced by user movements (shaking, screen tap), or motion of the camera in general (maybe you’re mounting the camera on a bike/helmet). How does OIS work  You can think in terms of a traditional camera, the process of taking a photo is like this- you set up your shot, you adjust the focus, aperture, and shutter speed and then you click the button to open the shutter and allow the light in, so it can be captured on film or an image sensor. But here is the thing, if you move the camera, even a little, ...