Sigma SD1 Merrill Specifications

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Model Name:	Sigma SD1 Merrill
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Manufacturer URL:	Manufacturer website
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General
Model Number:	SD1 Merrill
Alternate Model Number(s):	SD1
Camera Format:	Pro SLR
Currently Manufactured:	Yes
Retail Price:	$2299.00
Street Price:	$8,492.13
Date Available:	2011-06-01
Tripod Mount:	Yes
Weight:	28.1 oz (796 g) includes batteries
Size:	5.7 x 4.5 x 3.1 in. (146 x 114 x 80 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:	1.5x
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, RAW (.X3F), RAW + JPEG
Continuous-mode frames/second:	4.1
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:	No
HD Video Connection:

Lens & Optics
Lens Mount:	Sigma SA bayonet
Lens:	Sigma 17-50mm f/2.8 EX DC OS HSM
Focal Length (35mm equivalent):	26 - 75mm
Focal Length (actual):	17 - 50mm
Zoom Ratio:	2.90x
Aperture Range:	f/2.8 - f/22 (W/T)
Integrated ND Filter:	No
Normal Focus Range:	28 cm to Infinity 11.0 in to Infinity
Macro Focus Range:
Filter Thread:	77.0mm
Thread Type:	n/a
Optical Image Stabilization:	Yes
Digital Zoom:	No
Digital Zoom Values:	n/a
Auto Focus
Auto Focus:	Yes
Auto Focus Type:	Phase-detection with 11-point Twin Cross AF Sensor; Single AF, Continuous AF (with AF motion prediction function), Manual
Auto Focus Assist Light?	Yes
Manual Focus:	Yes
Viewfinder
Viewfinder:	Optical / LCD (playback only)
Viewfinder Type:	SLR type; Pentaprism, 98% coverage, 0.95x magnification, 18mm eyepoint, -3 to +1.5 diopter
Focus Peaking:	No
EVF Resolution:	n/a
Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent):	0.63x
Viewfinder Magnification (nominal/claimed):	0.95x
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:	No

Exposure
Maximum ISO (native):	6400
Minimum ISO (native):	100
ISO Settings:	100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200, 6400
Auto ISO Mode:	Yes
White Balance Settings:	Auto, Daylight, Shade, Overcast, Incandescent, Fluorescent, Flash and Custom
Shutter Speed Range:	1/8000 - 30 sec
Bulb Mode:	Yes
Exposure Compensation:	+/- 3.0EV in 0.3EV steps
Metering Modes:	77-segment Evaluative, Center-Weighted Average, Center Area, Spot Metering; EV 1 to 20 (50mm F1.4 : ISO100)
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 (17mm lens angle covered)
Flash Guide Number (ISO 100):	11.0 m / 36.1 ft.
Flash Range Description:	Lens aperture dependent.
Max Flash Sync:	1/180
Flash Exposure Compensation:	+/- 3.0 EV in 0.3EV steps
External Flash Connection:	Hot Shoe, PC Sync socket
Built-In Wireless Flash Control:
Image Storage
Usable Memory Types:	CF1
UHS Support:
Other Memory:
Dual Card Slots:	No
RAW Capture Support:	Yes
Uncompressed Format:	RAW (.X3F), RAW + JPEG
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 High Speed
PictBridge Compliant:	No
DPOF Compliant:	No
Remote Control:	Yes
Remote Control Type:	Optional RS-31 IR Wireless, CR-21 Wired
Connections (extended):	Wired Remote, DC Input jacks

Performance Timing
Cycle time for JPEG shooting in single shot mode (seconds per frame, max resolution):	0.78
Cycle time for RAW shooting in single shot mode (seconds per frame):	0.78
Buffer size for RAW shooting in single shot mode (frames):	7
Cycle time for RAW+JPEG shooting in single shot mode (seconds per shot):
Camera penalizes early shutter press?	Yes
JPEG shooting speed in burst mode (fps, max resolution):	4.1
Buffer size for JPEG shooting in burst mode (frames, max resolution):	7
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):	0.38 seconds
Shutter lag (full AF, tele):
Shutter lag (full AF, live view - DSLR):
Shutter lag (prefocused, live view - DSLR):
Shutter Lag (manual focus):	0.244 seconds
Shutter lag (full AF, with flash):	0.52 seconds
Shutter Lag (prefocused):	0.088 seconds
Shutter Lag (notes):	Full Autofocus Lag: Auto Area AF = 0.466s
Startup Time:	4.5 seconds
Play -> Record Time:	0.5 seconds
Flash cycle time, full power:
Power
Battery Life, Stills (CIPA Rating Monitor/Live View):
Battery Life, Still (CIPA Rating OVF/EVF):
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 5.0
OS Compatibility:
Miscellaneous
Notes & Features:	46-megapixel 23.5 x 15.7mm APS-C full-color sensor, weather-resistant magnesium alloy body, dual "TRUE II" image processing engines, 11-point Twin Cross AF sensor, CompactFlash Type 1 with UDMA support.