The Sigma DP-2 Digital Point & Shoot Camera features a 14 Mega Pixel FOVEON X3 direct image sensor (2,652 x 1,768 x 3 layers). The size of the image sensor used in the DP2 cameras is 20.7mm x 13.8mm. It is approximately seven to twelve times larger than the 1/1.8 inch to 1/2.5 inch image sensors used in ordinary compact digital cameras. The pixel size of the image sensor is 7.8µm.
The large photodiodes deployed at a large pixel pitch capture pure, rich light efficiently and give the DP1 its high resolution and richly-graduated tones. The DP2 incorporates "TRUE II" which is an improved version of "TRUE" (Three-layer Responsive Ultimate Engine), the world's first image processing engine suited for the three silicon embedded layer direct image sensor. The unique image-processing algorithm, which has been developed throughout the development of the SD series digital SLR cameras and the DP1, is incorporated into "TRUE II".
The DP2 is equipped with a 24.2 F2.8 large aperture lens, equivalent to 41mm on a 35mm SLR camera, which has been designed exclusively for the DP2. Two high refractive index glasses and two molded glass aspherical lenses provide superior image quality and allow compact construction. The Super Multi Layer Coating reduces flare and ghosting. SLR-sized image sensor and the large aperture of F2.8 combination provide natural shallow depth-of-field and attractive bokeh effect. The DP2 includes a RAW recording mode for retaining full image capture detail of the utmost quality plus a JPEG recording format for convenience. The RAW data format uses lossless compression for more compact, yet uncompromised, data files. The RAW data format of the DP2 keeps brightness and color data in a 1:1 ratio without relying on interpolation.
Each pixel location captures the full color of RGB data which, when processed in Sigma Photo Pro, will preserve the balance of the natural data for the best photos with the best image quality. The DP2 comes complete with SIGMA Photo Pro software, a RAW image developer that converts all RAW data quickly and easily. Adjustments can be made in three separate modes. The X3F Mode stores the original settings of the image at the point of capture. In the Auto Adjustment Mode, the software analyzes and automatically makes adjustments to the RAW data. The Custom Mode allows the photographer to make individual adjustments. The photographer can make changes easily and quickly by simply adjusting the slider controls within the software.
Features
Format |
FOVEON X3 Direct Image Sensor (CMOS) |
Image Sensor Size |
20.7 x 13.8mm (0.8 inch x 0.5 inch) |
Number of Pixels |
Effective Pixels 14.06MP (2652 x 1768 x 3 layers) |
Aspect Ratio |
3:02 |
Focal Length |
24.2mm F2.8 (35mm equivalent focal length:41mm) |
Lens Construction |
6 Groups 7 Elements |
Shooting Range |
28cm~8(Full Mode) |
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 image (10 sec./30 sec.), Voice recording (WAV) |
File Size for Still Images RAW High |
Approx. 15.4MB (2640 x 1760) |
File Size for Still Images JPEG High |
Fine Approx. 3.3MB (2640 x 1760) |
File Size for Still Images JPEG Wide |
Fine Approx. 2.7MB (2640 x 1485) |
File Size for Still Images JPEG Medium |
Fine Approx. 1.6MB (1872 x 1248) |
File Size for Still Images JPEG Low |
Fine Approx. 0.8MB (1312 x 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 50, ISO 100, ISO 200, ISO 400, ISO 800, ISO 1600 |
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 is possible by AE lock button) |
Manual Focus |
Dial Type |
Shutter Type |
Electronically controlled lens shutter |
Shutter Speed |
1/2000-15sec. |
Metering System |
TTL Full Aperture Metering Evaluative Metering, Center Weighted Average Metering,Spot Metering |
Exposure Control System |
[P]Program AE, [S]Shutter Priority AE, [A]Aperture Priority AE, [M] Manual |
Exposure Compensation |
1/3 EV Steps up to±3EV for Appropriate Exposure |
Auto Bracketing |
3 pictures in appropriate, under and 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 |
28cm-3m(ISO200) |
Extrenal Flash |
Hot shoe (X Sync. Contact, dedicated contacts) |
Drive Modes |
Single, Continuous (3 Frames/second), 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/ Russian |
Interface |
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 degree) |
Dimensions (WxHxD) |
113.3mm/4.5"(W) x 59.5mm/2.3"(H) x 56.1mm/2.2"(D) |
Weight |
260g/9.2oz. (excluding batteries and card) |
Reviews Sigma DP2 Digital Camera (14MP Faveon Sensor, 4.1MP Image, 24.2mm F/2.8 Lens) (Import)