Sigma DP1s Specifications

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DP1s Overview
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Model Name:	Sigma DP1s
Prices:	Compare Prices
Manufacturer URL:	Manufacturer website
Predecessor:
Successor:
General
Model Number:	DP1s
Alternate Model Number(s):
Camera Format:	Mid-Sized
Currently Manufactured:	No
Retail Price:
Street Price:	$299.99
Date Available:	2009-10-31
Tripod Mount:	Yes
Weight:	8.8 oz (250 g)
Size:	4.5 x 2.3 x 2.0 in. (113 x 60 x 50 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:	n/a
Aspect Ratio:	3:2
Color Filter Type:	Full Color
Anti Aliasing Filter:
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:	n/a
Video Capture
Can take movies:	Yes
Movie Resolution:	320x240 (30)
Movie File Format:	AVI
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 (6 Elements in 5 Groups)
Focal Length (35mm equivalent):	28mm
Focal Length (actual):	16.6mm
Zoom Ratio:	Non-Zoom
Aperture Range:	f/4.0 - 11
Integrated ND Filter:	No
Normal Focus Range:	50 cm to Infinity 19.7 in to Infinity
Macro Focus Range:	30 cm to Infinity 11.8 in to Infinity
Filter Thread:	n/a
Thread Type:	n/a
Optical Image Stabilization:	No
Digital Zoom:	Yes
Digital Zoom Values:	3.0x
Auto Focus
Auto Focus:	Yes
Auto Focus Type:	9-point contrast detection
Auto Focus Assist Light?	No
Manual Focus:	Yes
Viewfinder
Viewfinder:	No / LCD
Viewfinder Type:	Optional add-on 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):	2.5
Rear Display Resolution:	230,000 dots
Touchscreen:	No
Articulating Screen:	No
Tilt Swivel Screen:	No
Selfie Screen:	No
Max Playback Zoom:
Top Deck Display:

Exposure
Maximum ISO (native):	800
Minimum ISO (native):	100
ISO Settings:	Auto (100 - 200), Flash (100 - 400), 100, 200, 400, 800
Auto ISO Mode:	Yes
White Balance Settings:	Auto, Sunlight, Shade, Overcast, Incandescent, Fluorescent, Flash, Custom
Shutter Speed Range:	1/2000 - 15 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:
Self Timer:	2 or 10 seconds
Time Lapse (intervalometer):
High Resolution Composite:	No
Flash
Built-in Flash:	Yes
Flash Modes:	Anti red-eye, Auto, Fill-in, Slow Sync, Off
Flash Guide Number (ISO 100):	6.0
Flash Range Description:	ISO 200: 30cm to 2.1m
Max Flash Sync:
Flash Exposure Compensation:
External Flash Connection:	Hot Shoe (X Sync. Contact)
Built-In Wireless Flash Control:
Image Storage
Usable Memory Types:	SD / SDHC
UHS Support:
Other Memory:
Dual Card Slots:	No
RAW Capture Support:	Yes
Uncompressed Format:	12-bit RAW (.X3F)
Movie File Format:	AVI
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):	Audio out (monaural)

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):
Buffer size for JPEG shooting in burst mode (frames, max resolution):
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):	250 shots
Battery Life, Still (CIPA Rating OVF/EVF):
Battery Life, Video:
Battery Form Factor:	Proprietary BP-31
Usable Battery Types:	Lithium-ion rechargeable
Batteries Included:	1 x Proprietary BP-31 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
OS Compatibility:	Windows, Mac OS
Miscellaneous
Notes & Features:	Optional accessories include: Optical View Finder VF-11, Hood Adapter HA-11, SAC-3 AC Adapter, Electronic Flash EF-140 DG