Sigma cameras at Photokina

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Tuesday, September 30, 2008
Posted by: Dennis Hissink

SAjmah was also present at the Photokina 2008. In addition to the announcement of a series of new lenses, including the 24-70 mm f 2.8 EX DG HSM with a considerably smaller build than that of the lens of brilliant 24-70 mm Nikon, Sigma also announced the development of second generation DSLR and compact camera models. The Sigma SD15 and Sigma DP2 are both based on Foveon sensor 4.7 megapixel x 3; However, they will be equipped with a new processor called true II. This processor must ensure improved processing speed (e.g. for continuous shooting) and should increase the overall quality of the image. Sigma on display to the public behind glass both products.

Sigma DP2 compact camera
Behind the scenes, the press and traders have been able to admire a series of models of the SD15 and DP2 demo. The two cameras are still in a stage too early draw conclusions. Certainly we will come back to it, as they become available to full production models. The Sigma DP2 is equipped with a 24.2 mm lens f/2.8, equivalent to 41 mm on a 35 mm SLR camera. This focal length is able to offer more creative options and will be extremely interesting for the street photographer and nature. Two glass aspherical lenses should be able to offer high image quality. The Super multi-layer lens coating reduces flare and ghosting. This lens and SLR-sized image sensor combination provides natural shallow depth of field and attractive bokeh effect. According to the information we received, the Sigma DP2 will be available in February 2009.

Sigma SD15 DSLR
We do not know much about the Sigma SD15 yet, except that features the same Foveon sensor integrated in the SD14. In addition, the Sigma SD14 incorporates new true II image processing engine Sigma. Improved the speed of processing should ensure a faster playback of images on the screen. The size of the display on the back of the camera has increased from 2.5 to 3 inches. Moreover, the true II processor is expected to improve the signal to noise ratio and therefore generate less noise in the image. Sigma too adopts a different storage medium format.

Sigma booth at Photokina
Whereas the SD14 offered a slot for CompactFlash cards support, the new Sigma SD14 will support only SD and SDHC. Just a sample becomes available, you will also find its way to our DIWA test lab to undergo various tests. The Sigma SD15 will become available in April 2009, as far as we know. This will be after the PMA 2009 Show. See the complete Gallery Sigma at LetsGoDigital.

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