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SIGMA DP1 Firmware Ver.2.00

added on 2008-11-06 11:08:00
by Tanya Palta

The SIGMA DP1 Firmware Ver.2.00 is now available for download. This firmware update should be applied to any DP1 camera that has firmware Ver.1.04 and lower and it brings the following benefits:

1. It is possible to allocate different functions to each of the Digital Zoom buttons.
2. When the image is magnified in the review display, the magnification ratio will appear.

Tags: Sigma, Sigma DP1, Firmware, Sigma DP1 Firmware, update

SIGMA DP1 Firmware Ver.1.04

added on 2008-07-16 05:22:00
by Tanya Palta

A new firmware update is available for the Sigma DP1 compact camera. SIGMA DP1 Firmware Ver.1.04 gives the following updates:

# A customizing function has been added to the Digital Zoom button.
# The ft (feet) indicator has been added to the scale bar in MF mode.

Tags: Sigma, Sigma DP1, Firmware, Sigma DP1 Firmware, update

Camera Labs Reviews Sigma DP1

added on 2008-06-17 12:19:00
by Tanya Palta

The Sigma DP1 digital compact camera was tested out by Camera Labs and as expected the reviewer gave the DP1 a thumbs up. A compact camera with a DSLR sensor, the DP1 produces detailed images and has a sharp lens which performs.

However according to the reviewer, the DP1 isn’t a low light camera and offer only a maximum ISO setting of 800. The camera also has a tendency to produce image noise and the QVGA movie mode disappointing.

Verdict:
“The Sigma DP1 is certainly a unique camera and once again achieves the important goal of equipping a compact body with a DSLR-sized sensor. Use the camera in the right conditions and it really shines, delivering images with an astonishing degree of detail and sharpness across the entire frame.”

Tags: Sigma DP1, Sigma, Reviews

Sigma DP1 Firmware Ver.1.03

added on 2008-06-15 16:14:00
by Tanya Palta

Sigma has released Firmware Ver.1.03 for DP1, which can be downloaded from here. The new firmware adds ISO 50 support and now the Grid Display mode shows Display Icons.

Tags: Sigma, Sigma DP1, Firmware, Sigma DP1 Firmware, update

Sigma DP1 Firmware Update 1.02

added on 2008-05-10 13:37:00
by Tanya Palta

For Sigma DP1 users its time to hit the update button once again . Version .102 for the DP1 can be downloaded from here.

Benefits of the firmware update
Correct the phenomenon that the "currently selected file" will be deleted, if the camera is turned off when the camera display remained in Delete Menu.

Tags: Sigma, Sigma DP1, Firmware, Sigma DP1 Firmware, update

Imaging Resource Reviews Sigma DP1

added on 2008-05-02 05:43:00
by Tanya Palta

The Sigma DP1 compact camera was taken for a spin by the folks over at Imaging Resource and as expected the camera shone through the review and failed to disappoint.

On testing the DP1, reviewer Shawn Barnett gave the camera a thumbs up for its excellent optic, low barrel distortion, good image quality, sleek ergonomics and the 3.77 fps continuous mode. However JPEG images were found to be a tad disappointing and macro photographers should avoid the DP1.

Verdict:
“Sigma DP1 is not a good choice for the casual shooter; and JPEG shooting is really a bad idea. Its current lack of accessory lenses also makes the Sigma DP1 tough to recommend to most photographers looking for a small, light, multi-purpose digital camera. But for those looking for a particular vision, a single, unique way of making photographs with a wide-angle lens, the Sigma DP1 is worth a look.”

Tags: Reviews, Sigma DP1, Sigma, DP1, Digital

Pop Photo Reviews Sigma DP1

added on 2008-03-27 12:05:00
by Tanya Palta

The Sigma DP1, which is being hailed as the mother of all compact cameras was taken for a spin by the folks at Pop Photography. The DP1 is the only compact digital camera to utilize an APS-C size image sensor and according to the reviewer manages to “set a new standard for image quality in a compact camera”.

While it does not have the fastest AF system however it makes up by producing stunning images. The fixed 28mm-equivalent f/4 lens also produced low distortion and minimal light fallow out which further enhanced the image quality.

Tags: Reviews, Sigma DP1, Sigma, DP1, Digital

Sigma DP1 Sample Image Gallery

added on 2008-02-27 04:21:00
by Tanya Palta

Sigma has posted a number of sample images taken by their highly anticipated DP1 compact camera. The results are stunning however all the images have been shot ISO100, making us wonder how the camera will form under other dynamic conditions. Head over to the Sigma DP1 Sample Image Gallery to take a look at the JPEG images.

Tags: Sigma DP1, Sigma, DP1, Digital

Sigma DP1 UK Pricing Announced

added on 2008-02-17 10:28:00
by Tanya Palta

Shutterbug enthusiasts in the UK can soon be privy to the goodness of the Sigma DP1 compact camera. The DP1 is the only compact digital camera to utilise an APS-C size image sensor and will be available in the UK in April and will retail for £549.99 including VAT. A kit, which comprises the DP1 and VF-11 View Finder, will also be available with a suggested retail price of £599.99 including VAT.

Tags: Sigma DP1, Sigma, DP1, Digital, Pricing

Sigma DP1 Available on Amazon

added on 2008-02-12 00:39:00
by Tanya Palta

The much anticipated 14 megapixel Sigma DP1 is now available on Amazon for pre-order. In fact those who are always on a look out for a bargain would be happy to know that the generous folks over at Amazon are giving a 200$ discount. Amazon is listing the release date as March 25, 2008.

[Via Engadget]

Tags: Sigma DP1, Sigma, DP1, Digital, Pricing

Sigma DP1 Pricing Announced

added on 2008-02-04 05:09:00
by Tanya Palta

The Sigma DP1 Digital Camera finally got a price tag. Sigma USA marketing manager Thomas Sobey told Digitalcamerainfo.com that this high-end compact camera should see a March or April release date and will sport a price tag of $799.

"The image processing pipeline we had developed for the DP1 was not ideal for achieving the best image quality," CEO, Kazuto Yamaki said. "We had a choice between compromising image quality and moving forward or taking a different path. After long and sometimes intense discussions, we finally decided to change the entire image processing pipeline."

Tags: Sigma DP1, Sigma, DP1, Digital, Pricing

Sigma Claims Image Quality Issues Delaying DP1

added on 2007-11-30 14:10:00
by Richard Baguley

Camera manufacturer Sigma has released an open letter today that explains the delay with their long-awaited DP-1 camera. The camera was announced with much fanfare at the 2006 Photokina show, but nothing further was heard from the company after that. Now, they have issued an update that explains the delay: It seems that the issue lies with the quality of the images that the camera (based on the Foveon X3 chip) produces. Sigma CEO Kazuto Yamaki claims that the “the image processing pipeline we had developed for the DP1 was not ideal for achieving the best image quality...we had a choice between compromising image quality and moving forward or taking a different path. After long and sometimes intense discussions, we finally decided to change the entire image processing pipeline.”. This process involves a fundamental redesign of the camera, which could take some time. Yamaki did not comment on how long this redesign might take beyond saying that “we know that many people would like to know when the DP1 will be available for sale, we honestly cannot say at the moment.. Also, we feel that it is much more important to get it right than release it early.”

The full statement can be read after the jump.

Tags: Sigma, DP1, Sigma DP1

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