Sigma SD1 Merrill User Manual

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AF AUXILIARY LIGHT
The built-in AF auxiliary light of the SD1 Merrill enables focusing in low light
conditions.
z The AF auxiliary light can be used with
(Single AF mode) and automatic or
center focus AF point selection only.
z The AF auxiliary light is effective with the center focus of the automatic AF
selection only.
z The effective distance of the AF auxiliary light is 3m.
CAUTION!!
• The lens hood must be removed when the AF auxiliary light is used. The AF
Auxilary Light may not work correctly if long and large diameter lenses are
attached to the camera as they may interfere with the beam.
• If the AF auxiliary light is continuously used, it may turn off temporarily in
order to protect the lamp. The AF auxiliary light can be used again after a
short pause.
• Do not use the AF auxiliary light for other purposes (lighting etc.) as
continous use of the AF auxiliary light will cause damage .
z The AF auxiliary light can be turned off. Please set [
Capture Settings]
(P. 2 8 ) → [AF Auxiliary Light] → [Off].
FOCUS LOCK
This photography method is useful if a photographic subject is not positioned
within the central AF frame.
1
Choose the AF point according to the "AF POINT SELECTION” instructions on
page 57.
2
Position the photographic subject into the selected AF frame, and focus by
pressing the shutter button halfway.

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