Sigma SD15 Specifications

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SD15 Overview
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Model Name:	Sigma SD15
Prices:	Compare Prices
Manufacturer URL:	Manufacturer website
Predecessor:
Successor:
General
Model Number:	SD15
Alternate Model Number(s):
Camera Format:	SLR
Currently Manufactured:	No
Retail Price:
Street Price:	$1,500.00
Date Available:	2010-06-30
Tripod Mount:	Yes
Weight:	24.0 oz (680 g)
Size:	5.7 x 4.2 x 3.2 in. (144 x 107 x 81 mm)
Waterproof:	No
Waterproof Depth:	n/a

Image Sensor
Sensor Type:	CMOS
Sensor Manufacturer:	Foveon X3
Effective Megapixels:	4.7
Sensor Format:	0.98 inch
Sensor size:	285.66mm² (20.70mm x 13.80mm)
Approximate Pixel Pitch:	7.84 microns
Focal Length Multiplier:	1.7x
Aspect Ratio:	3:2
Color Filter Type:	Full Color
Anti Aliasing Filter:	Not needed
Self-Cleaning:	No
Sensor shift image stabilization:	No
On-Sensor Phase Detect:	No
DxO Sensor Score:
DxO Color Depth Score (bits):
DxO Dynamic Range Score (evs):
DxO Maximum Effective ISO Score (iso):
Image Capture
Image Resolution:	2640 x 1760 (4.6 MP, 3:2), 2640 x 1485 (3.9 MP, 16:9), 1872 x 1248 (2.3 MP, 3:2), 1312 x 880 (1.2 MP, Other)
Image File Format:	JPEG (EXIF 2.21), 12-bit RAW (.X3F)
Continuous-mode frames/second:	3.0
Video Capture
Can take movies:	No
Movie Resolution:
Movie File Format:
Composite Video Out:	Yes
NTSC/PAL Switchable Video:	Yes
Video Usable as Viewfinder:	No
HD Video Out:
HD Video Connection:

Lens & Optics
Lens Mount:	Sigma SA bayonet
Lens:	n/a
Focal Length (35mm equivalent):
Focal Length (actual):
Zoom Ratio:
Aperture Range:
Integrated ND Filter:	No
Normal Focus Range:
Macro Focus Range:
Filter Thread:	n/a
Thread Type:	Varies with lens
Optical Image Stabilization:	No
Digital Zoom:	No
Digital Zoom Values:	n/a
Auto Focus
Auto Focus:	Yes
Auto Focus Type:	5-point phase-difference detection
Auto Focus Assist Light?	Yes
Manual Focus:	Yes
Viewfinder
Viewfinder:	Optical / LCD (playback only)
Viewfinder Type:	SLR type; eye-level pentaprism, 98% coverage, 0.9x mag.
Focus Peaking:	No
EVF Resolution:	n/a
Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent):	0.53x
Viewfinder Magnification (nominal/claimed):	0.90x
Display
Eye-level Viewfinder:	Yes
Rear Display:	Yes
Rear Display Size (inches):	3.0
Rear Display Resolution:	460,000 dots
Touchscreen:	No
Articulating Screen:	No
Tilt Swivel Screen:	No
Selfie Screen:	No
Max Playback Zoom:
Top Deck Display:	Yes

Exposure
Maximum ISO (native):	1600
Minimum ISO (native):	100
ISO Settings:	Auto (100-200), Auto with Flash (100-400), 50, 100, 200, 400, 800,1600, 3200 (*Extended mode)
Auto ISO Mode:	Yes
White Balance Settings:	Auto, Sunlight, Shade, Overcast, Incandescent, Fluorescent, Flash, Custom
Shutter Speed Range:	1/4000 - 30 sec
Bulb Mode:	Yes
Exposure Compensation:	+/- 3.0EV in 0.3EV steps
Metering Modes:	77-segment Evaluative, Center Weighted Average, Center Area, Spot
Program Auto Exposure:	Yes
Aperture Priority:	Yes
Shutter Priority:	Yes
Full Manual Exposure:	Yes
Creative Exposure Modes:
Self Timer:	2 or 10 seconds
Time Lapse (intervalometer):
High Resolution Composite:	No
Flash
Built-in Flash:	Yes
Flash Modes:	S-TTL; Forced On, Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync, Slow Sync/Red-eye Reduction
Flash Guide Number (ISO 100):	11.0 m / 36.1 ft.
Flash Range Description:	n/a
Max Flash Sync:	1/180
Flash Exposure Compensation:	+/- 3.0 EV in 0.3EV steps
External Flash Connection:	Hot Shoe
Built-In Wireless Flash Control:
Image Storage
Usable Memory Types:	Microdrive / SD / SDHC
UHS Support:
Other Memory:
Dual Card Slots:	No
RAW Capture Support:	Yes
Uncompressed Format:	12-bit RAW (.X3F)
Movie File Format:
Included Memory:	No memory included
Included Memory Type:
Connectivity
Built-In Wi-Fi:	No
NFC:	No
Bluetooth:	No
Built-In GPS:	No
Microphone Jack:	No
Headphone Jack:	No
External Connections:	USB 2.0 Full (LOW) Speed,FireWire
PictBridge Compliant:	No
DPOF Compliant:	No
Remote Control:	Yes
Remote Control Type:	RS-31 Wireless, CR-21 Wired
Connections (extended):	DC input

Performance Timing
Cycle time for JPEG shooting in single shot mode (seconds per frame, max resolution):
Cycle time for RAW shooting in single shot mode (seconds per frame):
Buffer size for RAW shooting in single shot mode (frames):
Cycle time for RAW+JPEG shooting in single shot mode (seconds per shot):
Camera penalizes early shutter press?
JPEG shooting speed in burst mode (fps, max resolution):	3.0
Buffer size for JPEG shooting in burst mode (frames, max resolution):	21
RAW shooting speed in burst mode (fps):
Buffer size for RAW shooting in burst mode (frames):
RAW+JPEG shooting speed in burst mode (fps):
Buffer Size for RAW+JPEG shooting in burst mode (frames):
Shutter lag (full AF, wide/mid):
Shutter lag (full AF, tele):
Shutter lag (full AF, live view - DSLR):
Shutter lag (prefocused, live view - DSLR):
Shutter Lag (manual focus):
Shutter lag (full AF, with flash):
Shutter Lag (prefocused):
Shutter Lag (notes):
Startup Time:
Play -> Record Time:
Flash cycle time, full power:
Power
Battery Life, Stills (CIPA Rating Monitor/Live View):
Battery Life, Still (CIPA Rating OVF/EVF):	250 shots
Battery Life, Video:
Battery Form Factor:	Proprietary BP-21
Usable Battery Types:	Lithium-ion rechargeable
Batteries Included:	1 x Proprietary BP-21 Lithium-ion rechargeable
Battery Charger Included (dedicated charger or AC/USB adapter):	Yes
Dedicated Battery Charger Included:
Internal Charging Supported:
Software
Included Software:	Sigma Photo Pro 4.0
OS Compatibility:	Windows, Mac OS
Miscellaneous
Notes & Features:	14MP Foveon X3 Sensor, True II Processor.