Sigma DP1s released

Update: expected price for Europe will be 499.00 Euros.

sigma dp1s Sigma DP1s released

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Another camera goes off the rumor list (previously reported here): Sigma released the DP1s today which contains only minor improvements from the previous model:

  • Quick Set function to be allocated to the digital zoom buttons
  • Improved metering for backlit subjects.

Full specifications after the jump:

Format FOVEON X3(R) Direct Image Sensor (CMOS)
Image Sensor Size 20.7×13.8mm (0.8 inch×0.5 inch)
Number of Pixels Effective Pixels 14.06MP (2652×1768×3 layers)
Aspect Ratio 3:2
Focal Length 16.6mm F4(35mm equivalent focal length: 28mm)
Lens Construction 5 Groups 6 Elements
Shooting Range 50cm~∞、30cm~∞(Full Mode)
Digital Zoom Approx. 3.0 times
Storage Media SD Card/Compatible with SDHC,Multi Media Card
Recording Format Exif2.21, DCF2.0, DPOF
Recording Mode Lossless compression RAW data(12-bit), JPEG (High, Wide, Medium, Low), Movie(AVI), Voice memo to still, images(10 sec.), Voice recording(WAV)
File Size (Number of Pixels)
For Still Images
RAW High Approx. 15.4MB (2640×1760)

JPEG High Fine Approx. 3.3MB (2640×1760)
Normal Approx. 1.9MB (2640×1760)
Basic Approx. 1.4MB (2640×1760)
Wide Fine Approx. 2.7MB (2640×1485)
Normal Approx. 1.6MB (2640×1485)
Basic Approx. 1.2MB (2640×1485)
Medium Fine Approx. 1.6MB (1872×1248)
Normal Approx. 0.9MB (1872×1248)
Basic Approx. 0.7MB (1872×1248)
Low Fine Approx. 0.8MB (1312× 880)
Normal Approx. 0.5MB (1312× 880)
Basic Approx. 0.3MB (1312× 880)
File Size/Movie QVGA:320×240(30 Frames Per Second), Approximately 30minutes is possible with a 1GB SD Card.
White Balance 8 types (Auto,Sunlight,Shade,Overcast,Incandescent,Fluorescent,Flash,Custom)
ISO Sensitivity AUTO(ISO 100-ISO 200):With Flash(ISO 100-ISO 400),ISO 100,ISO 200,ISO 400,ISO 800
Auto Focus Type Contrast Detection Type
AF Point Selection Selection of 1point from 9points
Focus Lock Shutter release halfway-down position(From Menu Settings AE Lock possible by AE lock button)
Manual Focus Dial Type
Shutter Type Electronically controlled lens shutter
Shutter Speed 1/1000sec to 15sec (between F4 and F5.0), 1/1250sec to 15sec (between F5.6 to F7.1), 1/1600sec to 15sec (between F8.0 to F9.0), 1/2000sec to 15sec (between F10 to F11) : The maximum shutter speed is varied depending on F value.
Metering System Evaluative Metering, Center-Weighted Average Metering, Spot metering
Exposure Control System Auto Mode, [P]Program AE, [S]Shutter Priority AE, [A]Aperture Priority AE, [M] Manual
Exposure Compensation Steps up to ±3EV for Appropriate Exposure
Auto Bracketing 3 pictures in appropriate, under, over exposure levels. It can be set in 1/3EV stop increments up to ±3EV.
Built-in Flash Pop-up (Manual)
Guide Number 6 (ISO100/m)
Built-in Flash Coverage Range 30cm-2.1m(ISO200)
External Flash Hotshoe (X Sync. Contact, dedicated contacts)
Drive Modes [1]Single, [2]Continuous (3 Frames/second), [3]Self Timer (2sec./10sec.)
LCD Monitor Type TFT Color LCD Monitor
Monitor Size and Pixels 2.5inches / Approx. 230,000 dots
LCD Monitor Language English/Japanese/German/French/Spanish/Italian/Chinese (Simplified)/ Korean
Interfaces USB (USB2.0), Video Out (NTSC/PAL),Audio Out (Monaural)
Power Dedicated Li-ion Battery BP-31, Battery Charger BC-31, AC Adapter (Optional)
Battery Life Approx.250 shots(25℃)
Dimensions 113.3mm/4.5″(W)×59.5mm/2.3″(H)×50.3mm/2″(D)
Weight 250g/8.8oz (excluding batteries and card)
SRP £TBC Body Only £TBC DP1 with VF-11 Viewfinder
DP1s Accessories Li-ion Battery BP-31, Battery Charger BC-31, Lens Cap LCP-11, Neck Strap NS-11, Soft Case CS-70, Hot Shoe Cover HSC-11, USB Cable, Video Cable, SIGMA Photo Pro Disc, DP1 Instruction Manual

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8 Comments

  1. Catastrophile
    Posted October 3, 2009 at 9:52 am | Permalink

    pathetic minor upgrade and stupid 3rd time double-fixed lens (fixed focal length + non interchangeable). Sigma should join micro 4/3 or build a similar mirrorless system and better take care of their quality control.

  2. NikoDoby
    Posted October 3, 2009 at 4:38 pm | Permalink

    Does the “S” actually stand for something in japanese? I was thinking it was only a Nikon thing

    Nikon D3S
    canon 1DS
    Sigma DP1S

  3. Catastrophile
    Posted October 3, 2009 at 9:23 pm | Permalink

    it may stand for one the following:

    Similar (to the old model)
    Silly (upgrade)
    Slightly (different form the old model)
    Simple (job for the manufacturer)
    Sister (to the old model)

    it certainly doesn’t stand for:
    Substantial (upgrade)
    Sophisticated (redesign)

    • NikoDoby
      Posted October 4, 2009 at 1:27 pm | Permalink

      OK cata we get it you don’t like it. But seriously what does the S mean in Japanese? Anyone know?

      • Sky
        Posted October 5, 2009 at 7:35 am | Permalink

        it may simply mean “super” (better than the old one) – nothing Japanese-related.
        Generally all the major producers have english-related shortcuts more than japanese-related ;)

  4. Catastrophile
    Posted October 5, 2009 at 12:18 pm | Permalink

    did you mean superfacial upgrade?

  5. Sky
    Posted October 6, 2009 at 5:57 am | Permalink

    Out of curiosity:
    They write: “The maximum shutter speed is varied depending on F value.” – why? The shutter and aperture are completely different components in different parts of camera. Anyone have an idea where this odd relation comes from?

    • Catastrophile
      Posted October 6, 2009 at 8:59 am | Permalink

      sounds like a fundamental downgrade.