Sigma DP3 Merrill Specifications

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DP3 Merrill
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Model Name:	Sigma DP3 Merrill
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Manufacturer URL:	Manufacturer website
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Successor:
General
Model Number:	DP3 Merrill
Alternate Model Number(s):
Camera Format:	Mid-Sized
Currently Manufactured:	No
Retail Price:	$999.99
Street Price:	$899.00
Date Available:	2013-03-15
Tripod Mount:	Yes
Weight:	14.1 oz (400 g)
Size:	4.8 x 2.6 x 3.2 in. (122 x 67 x 81 mm)
Waterproof:	No
Waterproof Depth:	n/a

Image Sensor
Sensor Type:	CMOS
Sensor Manufacturer:	Foveon X3
Effective Megapixels:	14.8
Sensor Format:	APS-C
Sensor size:	368.95mm² (23.50mm x 15.70mm)
Approximate Pixel Pitch:	5.00 microns
Focal Length Multiplier:	n/a
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:	4704 x 3136 (14.8 MP, 3:2), 3264 x 2176 (7.1 MP, 3:2), 2336 x 1568 (3.7 MP, Other)
Image File Format:	JPEG, 12-bit RAW (.X3F), RAW+JPEG
Continuous-mode frames/second:	4.0
Video Capture
Can take movies:	Yes
Movie Resolution:	640x480 (30)
Movie File Format:	AVI (Motion JPEG) with monaural sound
Composite Video Out:	Yes
NTSC/PAL Switchable Video:	Yes
Video Usable as Viewfinder:
HD Video Out:	No
HD Video Connection:

Lens & Optics
Lens Mount:	n/a
Lens:	Sigma Lens; 10 elements in 8 groups
Focal Length (35mm equivalent):	75mm
Focal Length (actual):	50mm
Zoom Ratio:	Non-Zoom
Aperture Range:	f/2.8 - f/16, with 7-bladed diaphragm
Integrated ND Filter:	No
Normal Focus Range:	100 cm to Infinity 39.4 in to Infinity
Macro Focus Range:	23 cm to Infinity 8.9 in to Infinity
Filter Thread:	52.0mm
Thread Type:	n/a
Optical Image Stabilization:	No
Digital Zoom:	No
Digital Zoom Values:	n/a
Auto Focus
Auto Focus:	Yes
Auto Focus Type:	Contrast Detection: 9 points select mode, Free move mode (It is possible to change the size of Focus Frame to Spot, Regular and Large.)
Auto Focus Assist Light?	No
Manual Focus:	Yes
Viewfinder
Viewfinder:	No / LCD
Viewfinder Type:
Focus Peaking:	No
EVF Resolution:	n/a
Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent):
Viewfinder Magnification (nominal/claimed):
Display
Eye-level Viewfinder:	No
Rear Display:	Yes
Rear Display Size (inches):	3.0
Rear Display Resolution:	921,600 dots (307,200 px)
Touchscreen:	No
Articulating Screen:	No
Tilt Swivel Screen:	No
Selfie Screen:	No
Max Playback Zoom:	10.0x
Top Deck Display:	No

Exposure
Maximum ISO (native):	6400
Minimum ISO (native):	100
ISO Settings:	Auto (with programmable low and high limits), 100-6400 in 1 or 1/3 EV steps
Auto ISO Mode:	Yes
White Balance Settings:	Auto, Sunlight, Shade, Overcast, Incandescent, Fluorescent, Flash, Custom
Shutter Speed Range:	1/2000 - 30 sec
Bulb Mode:	No
Exposure Compensation:	+/- 3.0EV in 0.3EV steps
Metering Modes:	Evaluative, center-weighted average, spot
Program Auto Exposure:	Yes
Aperture Priority:	Yes
Shutter Priority:	Yes
Full Manual Exposure:	Yes
Creative Exposure Modes:	No scene modes or effects. Note that maximum shutter speed varies with aperture. Top shutter speeds are 1/2000s at f/5.6-f/16, 1/1600s at f/4.0-f/16 and 1/1250s at f/2.8-f/16.
Self Timer:	2 or 10 seconds
Time Lapse (intervalometer):	Yes
High Resolution Composite:	No
Flash
Built-in Flash:	No
Flash Modes:	Normal, Redeye, Slow Sync., Redeye + Slow Sync (with compatible external flash unit)
Flash Guide Number (ISO 100):	n/a
Flash Range Description:	n/a
Max Flash Sync:
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:	SD / SDHC / SDXC
UHS Support:	No UHS support
Other Memory:
Dual Card Slots:	No
RAW Capture Support:	Yes
Uncompressed Format:	12-bit RAW (.X3F), RAW+JPEG
Movie File Format:	AVI (Motion JPEG) with monaural sound
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 High Speed
PictBridge Compliant:	No
DPOF Compliant:	Yes
Remote Control:	No
Remote Control Type:
Connections (extended):	Combined USB/AV

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):	4.0
Buffer size for JPEG shooting in burst mode (frames, max resolution):	7
RAW shooting speed in burst mode (fps):	4.0
Buffer size for RAW shooting in burst mode (frames):	7
RAW+JPEG shooting speed in burst mode (fps):	4.0
Buffer Size for RAW+JPEG shooting in burst mode (frames):	7
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):	97 shots
Battery Life, Still (CIPA Rating OVF/EVF):
Battery Life, Video:
Battery Form Factor:	Proprietary BP-41
Usable Battery Types:	Lithium-ion rechargeable
Batteries Included:	2 x Proprietary BP-41 Lithium-ion rechargeable
Battery Charger Included (dedicated charger or AC/USB adapter):	Yes
Dedicated Battery Charger Included:	Yes
Internal Charging Supported:	No
Software
Included Software:	SIGMA Photo Pro
OS Compatibility:	Windows, Mac OS
Miscellaneous
Notes & Features:	3 x 14.8 megapixel Foveon X3 sensor, Dual TRUE II image processors, 50mm f/2.8 macro lens, Quick Set menu, new Face Detection AF, AF+MF mode, VGA movies.