Sigma SD15 Brochure & Specs

same subject at three or five different
exposure levels. The shift value can be
set in 1/3EV increments up to
+-3EV(3 stops) / +-1.7EV(5 stops).
New AE sensor
77-Segment AE Sensor
The SD15 features a new 77-segment
AE sensor which allows advanced
AE algorithms, improving exposure
accuracy. Exact control and
collaboration with the AF point ensures
the camera exposes accurately even in
difficult lighting conditions.
Dust Protector
Prevent dust from entering
the camera body
Most digital SLR cameras are vulnerable
to dust entering the body. If the dust
and dirt adhere to the image sensor, it
may appear in the pictures. The mount
of the SD 15 is equipped with a dust
protector and
the sealing
parts are
incorporated
around
the mount,
preventing dust
from entering
the body.
Even if dust adheres to the image
sensor, the dust protector can be
removed easily for sensor cleaning.
New, intuitive user interface
Simple user interface for
faster camera operation
The improved user interface provides
faster and more convenient operation
of the camera. The Quick Set button
activates the display of the most
commonly used camera functions such
as Color Mode, White Balance, Image
Quality and Image Size on one screen.
The 4-Way Controller ensures faster
operation of these features.
The FUNC button enables functions
such as Flash Mode and Synchro Mode.
Large 3.0” TFT Color LCD Monitor
Large, highly visible LCD screen
The SD15 camera features a 3.0 inch
TFT color LCD monitor.
This 460,000 pixel resolution LCD
monitor benefits from a wide viewing
angle, making it easy to check
focusing and composition.
OK Button setting
Customize the OK button
It is possible to allocate certain
functions to the OK button for added
convenience. These functions include
Review Image, Rotate Image
and Mark Image.
Built-in flash with 17mm
angle of coverage
Advanced flash photography
The Sigma SD15 camera's built-in flash
offers an angle of coverage of 17mm
(equivalent to 28mm with
a 35mm camera) lens with a guide
number of 11. The Built-in flash can be
synchronized to a shutter speed up
to 1/180 sec. Incorporation of S-TTL
automatic exposure system ensures the
control of advanced flash photography.
Backlit top LCD panel
The top LCD panel displays
important information
The top LCD panel allows the
photographer to quickly check camera
information such as the resolution
setting, metering mode, battery status
and the number of images that can
be recorded on the SD card. It also
incorporates an orange backlight
which enables the camera to be easily
controlled in low light conditions.
SIGMA Photo Pro 4.0
Image adjustments with
simple operation
The supplied image processing software
of SIGMA Photo Pro 4.0 converts RAW
data quickly and easily. Incorporation
of a new noise reduction algorithm
reduces chroma and luminance noise. In
addition, it is compatible with five Color
Modes which apply a suitable setting to
each shooting situation. The adjusted
settings can be saved to the RAW file.
Dedicated BP-21 Lithium-ion battery
Dedicated rechargeable battery
with a large capacity
The dedicated BP-21 Lithium-ion
battery is supplied as standard with
the SD15. It is possible to shoot
approximately 500 images on one full
charge and takes about 120 minutes
to fully charge with the supplied BC-21
Battery Charger. The optional AC
Adapter SAC-4 enables the Sigma SD15
to obtain power from the main supply.
77-segment Evaluative Metering
Evaluative Metering is suitable for general
photography. Even under strong back
lightning situations, the camera will give
you the correct exposure.
Center Weighted
Average Metering
The camera will measure
the average luminance
of the entire picture area
with additional emphasis
on the center area. This
makes it ideal when using
the optional exposure
compensation.
Center Area Metering
The camera will measure
the luminance of 8.8% of
the entire picture area. It
is ideal for metering when the subject is
backlit.
Spot Metering
The camera will measure the luminance of
1% of the entire picture area. This mode is
suitable when you wish to set the exposure
for a small portion of the scene and ignore
the influence of the rest of the scene.
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Sigma SD15 Specifications

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	Evaluative Metering, Center-Weighted Average Metering, Center Area Metering, Spot 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 (50), 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, (3200) *( )Extended Mode
Exposure Compensation	±3EV (in 1/3steps)
AE Lock	Push button type
Auto Bracketing	Three or five frames (in 1/3steps, Appropriate Exposure – Under Exposure – Over Exposure)
Shutter Type	Vertical-travel metal focal plane shutter, electronically controlled through entire speed range
Storage Media	SD Card / Compatible with SDHC, Multi Media Card
Aspect Ratio	3：2
Resolution	HI：2640 x 1760 MED：1872 x 1248, LOW：1312 x 880
Interfaces	USB 2.0, Video Out (NTSC／PAL)