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Sigma DP1 Merrill And Sigma DP2 Merrill Compact Cameras

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Category: Compact Cameras

New Sigma DP1 Merrill And DP2 Merrill - Sigma release two compact digital cameras with a 46MP APS-C size image sensor.

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SIGMA DP1 Merrill and SIGMA DP2 Merrill

Sigma's new compact cameras feature a 46 megapixel FOVEON X3 direct image sensor, while the manual focus ring and custom QS (Quick Set) mode improve the user interface.

Sigma DP Merrill series features:

  • 46 megapixel Foveon X3 Direct Image Sensor
  • Dual TRUE II Image Processing Engine
  • Exclusively designed high performance lenses
  • Lens mounted manual focus ring
The Merrill DP1 features a 19mm f/2.8 lens, equivalent to 28mm on a 35mm SLR camera, and the DP2 Merrill has a 30mm f/2.8 lens, equivalent to 45mm on a 35mm SLR camera. Both have a Super Multi Layer Coating that reduces flare and ghosting and the superior telecentric optical design improves image quality throughout the frame by passing on information about subjects to the sensor. Both models have a 3.0 inch TFT colour monitor with approximately 920,000 pixel resolution and are equipped with hot shoes.

Manual Focus is available for use when autofocus or focus lock is not desired. It is possible to use the focus ring for focusing just like an SLR camera. It is also possible to magnify the display to ensure precise focusing.

The custom quick set menu and command dial are incorporated to improve usability. The diaphragm, shutter speed and menu can be changed quickly using the command dial. The Quick Set (QS) menu which consists of the most commonly used functions can be easily displayed by pressing the QS button. It allows photographers to change the menu content and the order depending on their preferences.

Movies can be recorded with VGA (640×480) size and the camera can shoot at 30 framers per second.

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Sigma DP1 Merrill Specifications

ManufacturerSigma
Lens
Max Aperture f/2.8
35mm equivalent 28mm
Optical Zoom 0x
Image Sensor
CCD pixels 48Mp (Megapixels)
Pixels (W) 4704
Pixels (H) 3136
Sensor Type Foveon X3 CMOS
Sensor Size APS-C
Sensor Size (width) 23.5mm
Sensor Size (height) 15.7mm
Aspect Ratio
  • 3:2
LCD Monitor
LCD Monitor 3in
Screen resolution 920,000 dots
Touch Screen No
Focusing
Min Focus 20cm
Focusing modes
  • Autofocus
  • Manual
Exposure Control
Shutter speeds shortest 1/2000sec
Shutter speeds longest 30sec
Exp modes
  • Program
  • Aperture-Priority
  • Shutter-Priority
  • Manual
Metering
  • Centre-weighted - Average
  • Spot
  • ESP Light Metering
ISO sensitivity 100 - 6400
White balance
  • Auto
  • Manual
  • Outdoors/Daylight
  • Cloudy
  • Incandescent
  • Fluorescent
  • Shade
  • Flash
Exposure Comp No Data
Shooting Options
Continuous shooting 4fps
Video
Movie mode Yes
Video Resolution
  • 640x480 VGA
Video FPS 30
Stereo Sound No
Optical Zoom with Video No
Other Features
Image Stabilisation No
Interface
HDMI No
USB USB 2
Wi-Fi No
Storage
Card Type
  • SD
  • SDHC
  • SDXC
File Type
  • RAW
  • JPG
  • RAW + JPG
Power Source
Battery Type Li–ion Battery Pack BP-41
CIPA Rating No Data
Box Contents
Box Contents DP1 Merrill, Lens Cap, Hot Shoe, Strap, Lithium-Ion battery (x2), Battery Charger, Cable, USB cable, AV cable, Manual, Warranty card
Dimensions
Weight 340g
Width 121.5mm
Height 66.7mm
Depth 64.3mm

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Sigma DP2 Merrill Specifications

ManufacturerSigma
Lens
Max Aperture f/2.8
35mm equivalent 45mm
Optical Zoom 0x
Image Sensor
CCD pixels 48Mp (Megapixels)
Pixels (W) 4704
Pixels (H) 3136
Sensor Type Foveon X3 CMOS
Sensor Size APS-C
Sensor Size (width) 23.5mm
Sensor Size (height) 15.7mm
Aspect Ratio
  • 3:2
LCD Monitor
LCD Monitor 3in
Screen resolution 920,000 dots
Touch Screen No
Focusing
Min Focus 28cm
Focusing modes
  • Autofocus
  • Manual
  • Spot
  • Multi
Exposure Control
Shutter speeds shortest 1/2000sec
Shutter speeds longest 30sec
Exp modes
  • Program
  • Aperture-Priority
  • Shutter-Priority
  • Manual
Metering
  • Centre-weighted - Average
  • Spot
  • ESP Light Metering
ISO sensitivity 100 - 6400
White balance
  • Auto
  • Manual
  • Outdoors/Daylight
  • Cloudy
  • Incandescent
  • Fluorescent
  • Shade
  • Flash
Exposure Comp No Data
Shooting Options
Continuous shooting 4fps
Video
Movie mode Yes
Video Resolution
  • 640x480 VGA
Video FPS 30
Stereo Sound No
Optical Zoom with Video No
Other Features
Image Stabilisation No
Interface
HDMI No
USB USB 2
Wi-Fi No
Storage
Card Type
  • SD
  • SDHC
  • SDXC
File Type
  • RAW
  • JPG
  • RAW + JPG
Power Source
Battery Type Li–ion Battery Pack BP-41,
CIPA Rating No Data
Box Contents
Box Contents No Data
Dimensions
Weight 340g
Width 121.5mm
Height 66.7mm
Depth 59.2mm

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