Sigma SD15 Digital SLR Camera Body with 14 Megapixel, FOVEON X3 Direct Image Sensor

Sigma SD-15 Features

• The Foveon X3 direct image sensor captures all primary RGB colors at each and every pixel location. As the photo detectors are arranged in three layers, full and complete color is captured giving the images a three-dimensional feel.
• The SD15 incorporates the "TRUE (Three-layer Responsive Ultimate Engine) II" image processing engine which improves the processing speed and overall image quality. The unique image-processing algorithm provides high resolution power and reproduces high definition images with richly graduated tones.
• The SD15 captures light effectively and ensures noiseless image processing. The image sensor provides high definition with rich, gradated tones.
• The durable focal plane shutter mechanism has a life cycle of over 100,000 exposures and dramatically reduces the amount of dust and dirt from the shutter mechanism.
• The two motor systems are driven by the mirror-drive and shutter charge which lowers the vibration of the mirror movement, preventing camera shake. The mirror lock-up mechanism raises the mirror, preventing further vibration when the shutter is released.
• The SD15 is equipped with DDRII buffer memory which is twice as large in capacity as the SD14's buffer. The camera's high-speed image processing circuits are capable of handling the large data files generated by the high-resolution 14 megapixel sensor.
• The SD15 features a pentaprism viewfinder with 98% (vertical and horizontal) coverage, 0.9x magnification and an 18mm eye point. A diopter adjustment is also equipped which can be adjusted from -3 to +1.5 dpt.
• The auto focus sensor features 5 focusing points (center, left, right, up and down) ensuring consistently fast and precise focusing. The AF metering features a cross type sensor in the center of the screen. Selecting the AF point can be done manually or automatically.
• 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.
• It is possible to adjust the camera's measured exposure value. When it is difficult to determine the exposure setting due to variable light conditions, it is possible to take a sequence of pictures of the same subject at three or five different exposure levels.
• 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.
• It is possible to allocate certain functions to the OK button for added convenience. These functions include Review Image, Rotate Image and Mark Image.
• 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.
• In addition to the usual three frame bracketing, five frame bracketing has now been added to the Auto Bracketing function. It allows users to get a more detailed and accurate exposure.
• 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.
• 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.
• The SD15 is equipped with four metering modes: 77-segment Evaluative Metering, Center Weighted Average Metering, Center Area Metering and Spot Metering.
• 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 SD15 adopts the SD card (compatible with SDHC) which is also used in the DP series of Sigma cameras improving convenience to users of both camera systems.
• 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.
• AFE (Analog Front End) converts the color data, which full-color capture systems record, to a digital signal. This enables the camera to reproduce high definition and richly colored images.
• 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.