Sigma SD1 Merrill User Manual

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USING THE BUILT-IN FLASH
The camera has a built-in flash for taking pictures at night or in low
light.
USING THE BUILT-IN FLASH
P
mode, use this mode for automatic
photography. The flash sync speed and
aperture value are set automatically. If the
subject is too dark, the flash indicator ”
”
in viewfinder will blink, then you can take
a flash exposure by following.
1
Press the button to pop up the built-in
flash.
2
Wait for the mark to appear in the
viewfinder.
z When the built-in flash pops, it will start charging. While the built-in flash is
charging, the
mark is not visible, but when the flash is sufficiently charged,
the indicator in viewfinder will display the
mark.
z During the charging, the shutter cannot be released.
z After you finish using the built-in flash, close the flash head by pressing the top
part of the flash down.
z When you use the built-in flash continuously, the grip of the camera will
become warm. This is normal and not a defect.
CAUTION !!
• The lens hood may intrude into the light path of the built-in flash unit, resulting
in a shadow at the bottom of the picture. (The same phenomenon is possible
with a lens, which has a large front lens and long length) Either remove the
lens hood, or use an external Sigma dedicated flash.

Sigma SD1 Merrill Specifications

General

Megapixel	46 MP
Camera type	SLR Camera Body
Sensor type	CMOS
Image stabilizer	-
Total megapixels	48 MP
Image sensor size	- \
Image formats supported	JPG, RAW
Supported aspect ratios	3:2
Maximum image resolution	4704 x 3136 pixels
Image sensor size (W x H)	23.5 x 15.7 mm
Still image resolution(s)	4704 x 3136, 3264 x 2176, 2336 x 1568
Optical zoom	- x
Focus	TTL
Auto focusing (AF) modes	Continuous Auto Focus, Single Auto Focus
Normal focusing range (tele)	- m
Light metering	Centre-weighted, Evaluative (Multi-pattern), Spot
ISO sensitivity	100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200, 6400
Light exposure modes	Aperture priority AE, Manual, Shutter priority AE
ISO sensitivity (max)	6400
ISO sensitivity (min)	100
Light exposure control	Program AE
Light exposure correction	± 3EV (1/3EV step)
Camera shutter type	Electronic
Fastest camera shutter speed	1/8000 s
Slowest camera shutter speed	30 s
External flash connector	Yes
Maximum video resolution	- pixels
Memory slots	1
Compatible memory cards	CF
Flip-out screen	No
Display diagonal	3 \
Display resolution (numeric)	460000 pixels
Magnification	0.95 x
USB version	2.0
Photo effects	Black&White, Neutral, Sepia, Vivid
White balance	Auto, Custom modes, Flash, Fluorescent, Incandescent, Shade, Sunny
Power source type	Battery
Product color	Black
Cables included	AV, USB
Bundled software	SIGMA Photo Pro

Weight and Dimensions

Depth	80 mm
Width	145.5 mm
Height	113.5 mm
Weight	700 g