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Sigma DP2X User Manual

Sigma DP2X
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The Sigma DP series.
The worlds only all-in-one compact camera
with the full spec of an SLR.
Well, now weve taken things even further.
Meet the Sigma DP2x.
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Sigma DP2X Specifications

General IconGeneral
Megapixel14.06 MP
Camera typeCompact camera
Sensor typeCMOS
Image stabilizerNo
Image sensor size- \
Image formats supportedJPEG XR
Supported aspect ratios3:2
Optical zoom- x
Focal length range24.2 - 2.8 mm
InterfaceUSB2.0, NTSC/PAL
Built-in flashYes
Dimensions (WxDxH)113.3 x 56.1 x 59.5 mm
Aperture range (F-F)-
Camera shutter speed1/2000 - 15 s
Focal length (35mm film equivalent)0 - 41 mm
FocusTTL
Focus adjustmentAuto
Auto focusing (AF) modesCentre weighted Auto Focus, Spot Auto Focus
ISO sensitivity50, 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200
Flash modesManual
Photo effectsBlack&White, Neutral, Sepia, Vivid
White balanceAuto, Custom modes, Daylight, Fluorescent, Incandescent, Shade
Self-timer delay2, 10 s
Motion JPEG frame rate30 fps
Video formats supportedAVI
Maximum video resolution320 x 240 pixels
Internal memory- MB
Compatible memory cardsMMC, SD, SDHC
Display diagonal2.5 \
Display resolution (numeric)230000 pixels
USB version2.0
Product colorBlack
Battery typeBP-31
Battery life (CIPA standard)250 shots
Bundled softwareSigma PhotoPro
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth56.1 mm
Width113.3 mm
Height59.5 mm
Weight260 g

Summary

Image Sensor Technology: The Key to Quality

Big Photoreceptors Mean High Image Quality

Explains how larger image sensors, like those in SLRs, contribute to superior image quality compared to smaller sensors.

Startlingly Evocative Image Quality

Highlights the DP2x's SLR-sized 14MP sensor and its impact on image quality, offering a new dimension.

The Foveon X3® Sensor: Unique Purity

Foveon X3® Sensor Technology

Details the Foveon X3® sensor's three-layer design, enabling full RGB color data capture at once.

Bayer Filter Image Sensor Comparison

Compares the Foveon X3® to the traditional Bayer filter sensor, highlighting the latter's limitations in color data capture.

Evolution of Color Handling in Photography

Foveon X3® Captures True Feeling

Highlights the Foveon X3®'s ability to capture natural 'emotional quality' without interpolation or low-pass filters.

Direct Data Capture

Emphasizes the Foveon X3® sensor's direct capture of all light and color data, avoiding manipulation.

An Astonishing Lens Design

High-Performance Flat-Field Lens

Explains the lens design, using special elements to achieve high resolution and contrast across the entire image.

The TRUE II Image Processing Engine

RAW File Processing with Sigma Photo Pro

Recommends Sigma Photo Pro software for processing RAW (X3F) files for maximum creative control and quality.

X3F File Format: Texture and Color

Preserving Natural Data Balance in X3F Images

Explains how X3F files maintain a 1:1 ratio of brightness and color data, crucial for vividness and texture.

SIGMA DP2X Principal Specifications

Image Sensor Specifications

Details the Foveon X3® direct image sensor specifications, including size and pixel count.

Lens Specifications

Provides specifications for the integral lens, including focal length, aperture, and construction.

Recording System Details

Lists storage media, recording formats, and file modes available for saving images and audio.

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