Sigma DP1 Merrill And Sigma DP2 Merrill Compact Cameras

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

Posted: 8th February 2012
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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.

Visit Sigma for more information.

Sigma DP1 Merrill Specifications

ManufacturerSigma
Lens
Max Aperture f/2.8
35mm equivalent 28mm
Optical Zoom No Data
Image Sensor
CCD pixels 48Mp (Megapixels)
Pixels (W) 4704
Pixels (H) 3136
Sensor Type Foveon X3 CMOS
Sensor Size No Data
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
    Exposure Control
    Shutter speeds shortest No Data
    Shutter speeds longest No Data
    Exp modes
    • Program
    • Aperture-Priority
    • Shutter-Priority
    • Manual
    Metering
    • Centre-weighted
    • Spot
    • ESP Light Metering
    ISO sensitivity No Data
    White balance
    • Auto
    • Manual
    • Outdoors/Daylight
    • Cloudy
    • Incandescent
    • Fluorescent
    • Shade
    • Flash
    Exposure Comp +/-0
    Shooting Options
    Continuous shooting No Data
    Video
    Movie mode Yes
    Video Resolution
    • 640x480 VGA
    Video FPS 30
    Stereo Sound No Data
    Optical Zoom with Video No Data
    Other Features
    Image Stabilisation No Data
    Interface
    HDMI No Data
    USB USB 2
    Wi-Fi No Data
    Storage
    Card Type
    • SD
    • SDHC
    • SDXC
    File Type
    • RAW
    • JPG
    • RAW + JPG
    Power Source
    Battery Type Li–ion Battery Pack BP-41,
    CIPA Rating 0
    Box Contents
    Box Contents No Data
    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 No Data
    Image Sensor
    CCD pixels 48Mp (Megapixels)
    Pixels (W) 4704
    Pixels (H) 3136
    Sensor Type Foveon X3 CMOS
    Sensor Size No Data
    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
      Exposure Control
      Shutter speeds shortest No Data
      Shutter speeds longest No Data
      Exp modes
      • Program
      • Aperture-Priority
      • Shutter-Priority
      • Manual
      Metering
      • Centre-weighted
      • Spot
      • ESP Light Metering
      ISO sensitivity No Data
      White balance
      • Auto
      • Manual
      • Outdoors/Daylight
      • Cloudy
      • Incandescent
      • Fluorescent
      • Shade
      • Flash
      Exposure Comp +/-0
      Shooting Options
      Continuous shooting No Data
      Video
      Movie mode Yes
      Video Resolution
      • 640x480 VGA
      Video FPS 30
      Stereo Sound No Data
      Optical Zoom with Video No Data
      Other Features
      Image Stabilisation No Data
      Interface
      HDMI No Data
      USB USB 2
      Wi-Fi No Data
      Storage
      Card Type
      • SD
      • SDHC
      • SDXC
      File Type
      • RAW
      • JPG
      • RAW + JPG
      Power Source
      Battery Type Li–ion Battery Pack BP-41,
      CIPA Rating 0
      Box Contents
      Box Contents No Data
      Dimensions
      Weight 340g
      Width 121.5mm
      Height 66.7mm
      Depth 59.2mm

      View Full Product Details




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