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Sigma DP1


$1,000.00 Released March, 2008

Product Shot 1 The Pros:Well built body, feels durable and sturdy. Foveon sensor provides a great color gamut to work with, captures subtle details CMOS misses. Controls are very simple, takes no time at all to learn to use it.

The Cons:Low light capture is fairly poor, start to see a fair bit of noise. Not very quick to release the shutter after button pressed.

Announced in 2006, the Sigma DP1 is a digital point and shoot sized camera with advanced DSLR specifications and functionality that has only recently begun shipping. Aimed at professionals, the DP1 utilizes a Foveon sensor that is used in only a few cameras in the world.

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Each individual pixel contains more information than on a regular camera, breaking up each colour rather than storing them as a single piece of data. Similarly low level post-processing effects such as anti-aliasing on the majority of systems make this 4.5MP sensor comparable to advanced 8-10MP models. Able to store photos in RAW format, the Sigma DP1 is able to maintaign and deliver the high level of quality produced by its internal componentry.

Specifications

  • Weight: 250g
  • Dimensions: 130 x 60 x 50mm
  • Screen: 2.5inch, 230,000-pixel
  • Sensor: 4.5MP Foveon
  • Image format: JPEG/RAW
  • Storage Media: SD/SDHC and MMC

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    well built body, feels durable and sturdy

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    Foveon sensor provides a great color gamut to work with, captures subtle details CMOS misses

  • 1

    controls are very simple, takes no time at all to learn to use it

  • 1

    control layout is easy to work with, lets you focus your attention on the subject instead of the camera

  • 1

    LCD is large and clear, can track the action easily

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    fairly compact body, can be stowed in a small bag

Cons
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    low light capture is fairly poor, start to see a fair bit of noise

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    not very quick to release the shutter after button pressed

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