Sigma has acknowledged a problem that Pentax users are suffering from when the company’s 17-70mm f/2.8-4 DC Macro HSM Contemporary lens is used on Pentax DSLR bodies with in-camera image stabilization activated. To rectify the issue the lens manufacturer has promised a firmware update for the lens, but hasn’t yet specified a release date. Read more
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Es ist noch nicht Weihnachten, auch wenn unser Türchen so einen tollen Gewinn enthält. Also keine Panik, noch habt Ihr etwas Zeit, die letzten Geschenke zu besorgen. Davor solltet Ihr aber auch an Euch denken und die heutige Chance auf die dp2 quattro von Sigma wahrnehmen. Eine neue Generation von Kompaktkamera.
Zusammen mit der Sigma-eigenen Bildverarbeitungstechnologie erzeugt ein einzigartiger Direktbildsensor eine unglaubliche Auflösung, exakte Tonwertabstufungen, wunderschöne Farben und atemberaubenden Realismus mit räumlichen Charakter. Und auch äußerlich ist diese Kamera sehr beeindruckend.
Die dp-Serie von Sigma umfasst drei Festbrennweiten-Kameras. Jede besitzt eine andere feste Brennweite für verschiedene elementare Fotogebiete. Die in unserem Türchen liegende dp2 Quattro kommt mit einem 30-mm-Objektiv. Alle technischen Details dieser Kamera findet Ihr hier. Sie hat einen Wert von 999 €.
Um die Kamera zu gewinnen, schreibe einen Kommentar unter bürgerlichem Namen und gültiger E-Mail-Adresse bis heute um 24 Uhr. Danach verlosen wir sie per Zufallsgenerator unter allen Kommentatoren. Die genauen Gewinnspielregeln findest Du hier. Viel Glück!
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Lens manufacturer Sigma has issued an update to the firmware of its USB dock to make it compatible with the new 150-600mm f/5.6-6.3 DG OS HSM S and 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3DC Macro OS HSM lenses. Although these lenses are available in Sigma, Canon and Nikon mounts, the update for the USB dock does not yet cover these lenses in the Nikon fit, and Sigma hasn’t indicated when it will. Read more
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Optical manufacturer Sigma has expanded its portfolio of lens filters with the introduction of four new models, three of which feature water and oil repellent coatings. The new coatings have been applied to the company’s ultra violet and circular polariser filters, as well as a new clear-glass protector. Read more
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Sigma has announced that the dp1 Quattro, a large-sensor compact that will be available from mid-October. The dp1 Quattro marries a 28mm equivalent F2.8 lens to the latest generation of Sigma’s Foveon technology. The dp1 Quattro joins the 40mm equivalent dp2 Quattro in the company’s lineup, with the promise of a 75mm equivalent dp3 Quattro to follow. Read more
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Sigma has announced a pair of new telezoom lenses. Both described as the ‘150-600mm F/5-6.3 DG OS HSM’ one carries Sigma’s ‘Contemporary’ branding and one is positioned in its ‘Sport’ lineup. The sports version is dust and splash-proof, while both lenses boast new versions of Sigma’s optical image stabilization system. Under the hood though, their construction is significantly different. Read more
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Sigma has announced a new superzoom lens for APS-C format DSLRs. The 18-300mm F/3.5-6.3 DC Macro OS HSM takes its place in the company’s ‘Contemporary’ linep, offering a focal range equivalent to 27-450mm. The new lens will be available next month for $ 579 in Sigma, Nikon, Canon Pentax and Sony mounts – the latter two will not feature OS optical image stabilization. Read more
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As the digital photography age matures we are all waiting for the newest big thing. So far this year there hasn’t been anything really big. Many camera makers are upgrading their present camera models without showing any real new innovation. However, there is one company that is bold to say the least and not only introduced a radically different looking camera but also put a Foveon chip inside it. Sigma, recently introduced the Sigma DP2 Quattro. We had the chance to try this camera out. Our review Not Ready For Prime Time will show where we think Sigma and Foveon missed the mark. Some may not agree, read on and see what you think.
You have to love a Photokina year. The next few weeks are going to be crazy with a large number of anticipated announcements as well as hopefully some big surprises. Both Michael and Kevin will be at Photokina this year and you can expect daily updates on the latest from the show floor. More on this over the next two weeks.
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The Luminous Landscape – What’s New
Photographers looking to try out a Sigma dp2 Quattro compact digital camera before making a purchase (and given its radical design, that’s a really good idea) can now take advantage of the Sigma ‘Try Before You Buy’ loaner program, launched today. Under the new program, photographers are invited to test the new camera before it begins shipping. Learn more
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Sigma has announced US pricing and availability for its latest camera the dp2 Quattro. Featuring a newly-developed ~19.6 million pixel APS-C Foveon sensor and a completely new body design, the dp2 Quattro has a 30mm F2.8 lens (45mm equivalent) and will be available in the USA in early August at a street price of $ 999. Click through for the press release.
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