Sigma DP1

With the Sigma DP series covers the range of high-end compact camera. There is now the ninth model in this class. There are three series within this product line, which basically differ only in the focal length of their fixed focal length. These are the DP1 series with 28 mm focal length (converted to mm format ), the current version is the DP1 Merrill. The second series is that of the DP2 with 41mm focal length (equivalent to small camera format ), the current version of the DP2 Merrill is. The DP3 Merrill offers with 75 mm fixed focal length, the longest focal length of the DP series and to the entire product line round.

Sigma DP1

The Sigma DP1 is a published from Sigma high-end compact camera. It was first announced on 26 September 2006.

The main features are a 16 -mm F4.0 fixed focal length lens ( equivalent to 28 mm on a 35 mm sensor ), a 2.5 "LCD, built-in flash and a 4- megapixel Foveon X3 sensor ( 2652 × 1768 × 3 layers ), which allows interpolation to 14 megapixels, making it the first compact camera with an APS- C sensor, which is about 8 -. to 12 times greater than the usual compact camera sensors with 1/1, 8 "to 1 /2, 5 " (see form factor ). latest firmware is version 2.00.

Sigma DP1s

The Sigma DP1s is the successor to the DP1 and should bring some improvements such as at speed while storing and backlit shots with it. Also, some buttons can now assign according to personal preference. Otherwise, the camera has the basic parameters of the DP1.

Sigma DP1x

The Sigma DP1x is the successor of DP1s. In contrast to its predecessor "TRUE II" image processor of DP2 and an improved AF algorithm for faster auto focus come with this camera for use. Furthermore, the DP1x received the " QS" - (Quick Set) button, the DP2, there was a power-saving mode introduced, and the controls on the back were printed slightly differently. The design of the menu has been changed, it will now be look more modern and easier to use. As supplied image processing software, the latest version of the Sigma Photo Pro house now comes in version 4.0 are used.

Sigma DP1 Merrill

With the DP1 Merrill Sigma announced in February 2012 to the next generation of DP1. In addition to the presence ISO levels are the DP1 Merrill now the steps 1600, 3200 and 6400 ISO available. Among the now 15.4 megapixel image sensor, the screen resolution has been greatly improved, now with 920,000 pixels. The maximum image resolution reaches 4800 × 3200 Px, the video mode now provides a resolution of 640 × 480 Px.

Sigma DP2

The Sigma DP2 is the sister model of DP1 and has been the summer of 2009 in the German market. New the 24.2 - mm -F2 .8 fixed focal length lens (focal length kleinbild equivalent 41 mm). Equipped is the DP2 with the successor of "TRUE" image processor, the new " TRUE II" image processor and a 14 megapixel Foveon X3 direct image sensor. Current firmware is version 1.05.

Sigma DP2

The Sigma DP2 is the successor to the Sigma DP2. The changes to the predecessor consist of an improved AF algorithm to enable a faster autofocus. Furthermore, there is now a power saving mode. The menu was designed differently, it is now to be look more modern and easier to use. The controls on the rear received a changed printing. As image processing software, the latest version of the house SIGMA Photo Pro is now included in version 4.0.

Sigma DP2x

In February 2011, Sigma announced the DP2x. The changes compared to the DP2s consist in a further improved AF algorithm and the use of the AFE ( Analog Front End ). This is responsible for the conversion of the image signals from the sensor and to enable better imaging results than was previously the case.

Sigma DP2 Merrill

A year later - also in February - announced alongside the Sigma DP1 Merrill also the successor to the DP2x to. In addition to the existing ISO levels are the DP2 Merrill now the steps 1600, 3200 and 6400 ISO available, while stage 50 is eliminated. With 15.4 megapixel effective image sensor of this model (4.7 megapixels) increased significantly gegemüber its predecessor. Clearly, the change in the now 3 -inch display with a resolution of 920,000 pixels. The maximum image resolution is 4800 × 3200 Px, the video mode now reached 640 × 480 Px. Furthermore, besides the autofocus now also have the option of manual focus.

Sigma DP3 Merrill

At the Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas Sigma announced in 2013 at the conclusion of the DP series with the model of DP3 Merrill. The DP3 is based in their properties fully to those of their predecessors or the DP2 Merrill. By the 50 -mm F2.8 lens, equivalent to 75 mm equivalent in small picture format, completes the DP3 Merrill - according to the manufacturer - the medium telephoto and macro range, the DP series.

Optional Accessories

Power Supply SAC -3 for DP1 and DP2, SAC -5 for DP1, DP2 and DP3 Merrill, external optical viewfinder VF -11 for the 1's and VF21 for the 2 - series, lens hood HA 11, additional Flash EF- 140 DG

Sigma Photo Pro

With the software, Sigma Photo Pro image editing and converting RAW to Jpeg or Tiff files can be performed in all cameras of the DP series. New in version 5, the higher resource requirements with 2 GB RAM and new utilities and a new user interface. This version can be downloaded for free for Windows XP, Vista, 7 and Mac OS version 10.4 or Sigma. Since version 5.5 images can be converted in a special way in SW. This function is only available for Raw images of the " Merrill " cameras available. After editing in B & W mode of SPP 5.5, the raw images can not be edited with SPP 5.4.

The software is also used for the Sigma SD9 SLR cameras, SD10, SD14, SD15 and the new SD1.