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General| Camera Type | Interchangeable Lens SLR Type Digital Camera |
|---|---|
| Image Sensor Size | 13.8 x 20.7mm |
| Lenses Used | Sigma SA Mount Lenses |
| Picture Angle | Equivalent to 1.7x the focal length of a lens when used on a 35mm SLR camera. |
| Lens Mount | SA mount |
| Imaging Element Type | FOVEON® X3™ (CMOS) |
| Color Photo Detectors | 14.06 Million (2652 Columns x 1768 Rows x 3 Layers) |
| Image Recording Format | Lossless compression RAW Data (12bit), JEPG |
| White Balance | 8 Type (Auto, Sunlight, Shade, Overcast, Incandescent, Fluorescent, Flash, Custom white balance) |
| Viewfinder Type | Pentaprism SLR Viewfinder |
| Viewfinder Frame Coverage | 98％ horizontal, 98％ vertical |
| Viewfinder Magnification | 0.9x (50mm F1.4 at infinity) |
| Eyepoint | 18mm |
| Diopter Adjustment Range | -3dpt to +1.5dpt |
| Auto Focus Type | TTL phase difference detection system |
| AF Operating Range | EV 0 to 18（ISO100） |
| Focus Mode | Single AF, Continuous AF (AF Predict function), MF |
| Metering Systems | 8-segment Evaluative Metering, Center Metering, Center-Weighted Average Metering |
| Metering Range | EV 1 to 20（with 50mm F1.4 at ISO100） |
| Exposure Modes | (P) Program AE、(A) Aperture Priority AE、 (S) Shutter Speed Priority AE、(M) Manual |
| ISO Sensivity | ISO 100, 200, 400, 800, (1600) |
| Exposure Compensation | ±3EV（in 1/3steps） |
| AE Lock | Push button type |
| Auto Bracketing | ±3EV （ in 1/3steps, Appropriate Exposure – Under Exposure – Over Exposure） |
| Shutter Type | Vertical-travel metal focal plane shutter, electronically controlled through entire speed range |
| Shutter Speeds | 1/4000sec to 30sec, Bulb up to 30sec Flash Synchronization at 1/180sec. |
| Storage Media | CompactFlash™ (CF) (TypeⅠ/Ⅱ), HITACHI MicroDrive™ |
| Aspect Ratio | 3：2 |
| Resolution | Super Hi(JPEG) : 4608 x 3072, HI：2640 x 1760 MED：1776 x 1184, LOW：1296 x 864 |
| Interfaces | USB 2.0, Video Out (NTSC／PAL) |
Lists all standard accessories included with the camera for verification.
Guidelines and warnings for the safe use of batteries, chargers, and AC adapters.
Important safety instructions for operating the camera to prevent damage or injury.
Instructions for operating in different environments and proper camera storage.
Proper handling of CF cards and care for the LCD monitor.
Diagrams illustrating camera parts with numbered labels for identification.
Explanation of symbols and information displayed on the top LCD panel.
Details on viewfinder elements and the function of control dials.
Guidance on initial setup like charging battery, mounting lens, and quick reference.
Steps for selecting exposure mode, focusing, and taking a picture.
Instructions for attaching strap, using finder cap, and handling the battery.
Detailed steps for charging and checking the camera battery status.
Using home power supply and procedures for mounting/removing lenses.
Inserting, formatting CF cards, and managing file numbering/folders.
Adjusting viewfinder diopter, LCD illumination, and electronic sound.
Operation of the shutter button and proper camera holding techniques.
Guide to using Program AE, Aperture, Shutter, Manual, and Bulb exposure modes.
How to deploy and utilize the camera's integrated flash unit.
Configuring normal flash, red-eye reduction, and wireless TTL modes.
How to use autofocus, including single and continuous AF modes.
Choosing AF points and using the auxiliary light for low-light focusing.
Techniques for locking focus and performing manual focus adjustments.
Using single frame, continuous shooting, and self-timer functions.
Using mirror lock-up to reduce vibration during sensitive shooting.
Adjusting white balance for accurate colors and configuring ISO sensitivity.
Choosing file formats, resolution, quality, and adjusting image parameters.
Selecting metering modes, locking exposure, and adjusting exposure compensation.
Adjusting flash output and taking multiple exposures at different levels.
Using the remote controller and checking depth of field.
Information on using Sigma external flash units with the camera.
Configuring automatic image preview and deleting images quickly.
Ways to review images: single, zoomed, contact sheet, and jump modes.
Deleting single/multiple images and locking, marking, rotating images.
Creating and managing slideshows of images from the CF card.
How to access and operate the camera's comprehensive set-up menu.
Detailed breakdown of all available menu items, options, and their corresponding pages.
Viewing essential camera settings and CF card status at a glance.
Information on compatible accessories like remote controllers and flashes.
Guidelines for cleaning the camera body, lens, and the sensitive image sensor.
Definitions for technical terms like AE, AF, Aperture, CMOS, Exposure, Histogram, ISO, JPEG.
Configuring the camera's automatic power-off timeout for battery conservation.
Understanding warning signals and resolving error messages on the LCD panels.
Solutions for camera not powering on, shutter not firing, or focus issues.
Resolving issues with LCD display, CF card errors, and image deletion problems.
Detailed technical specifications including sensor, resolution, interfaces, and modes.
Steps for connecting the camera to a computer via USB for data transfer.
FCC and IC compliance statements for radio frequency interference and digital apparatus.
