| Storage Media |
CompactFlash (Type I/II), Microdrive, (FAT32
compatible) |
| Image Sensor Size |
20.7×13.8mm |
| Lens Mount |
SIGMA SA bayonet mount |
| Angle of View |
Equivalent to approx 1.7x the focal length of the lens
(for 35mm cameras) |
| Compatible Lenses |
SIGMA SA mount interchangeable lenses |
| Image Sensor |
FOVEON X3® direct image sensor(CMOS) |
| Number of Pixels |
(Total pixels) 14.45 MP (2,688 X 1,792 X 3)(Effective
pixels) 14.06 MP (2,652 X 1,768 X 3) |
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Image Recording Format Lossless compression RAW data
(12-bit), JPEG (Super High, High, Medium, Low) |
| Capture File Size |
RAW (1) High : 2,640 x 1,760 x 3layers (Approx 10.5MB)
(2) Medium : 1,776 x 1,184 x 3layers (Approx 7MB) (3) Low : 1,196 x 864 x 3
layers (Approx 4MB) |
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JPEG(1) Super High/Fine :4,608 x 3,072 (Approx 7MB)
Super High/Normal : 4,608 x 3,072 (Approx 5MB)Super High/Basic : 4,608 x 3,072
(Approx 3.4MB)(2) High/Fine : 2,640 x 1,760 (Approx 2MB) High/Normal : 2,640 x
1,760 (Approx 1.5MB) High/Basic : 2,640 x 1,760 (Approx 0.9MB)(3) Medium/Fine :
1,776 x 1,184 (Approx 1.4MB) Medium/Normal : 1,776 x 1,184 (Approx 1MB)
Medium/Basic : 1,776 x 1,184 (Approx 0.6MB)(4) Low/Fine : 1,196 x 864 (Approx
0.7MB) Low/Normal : 1,196 x 864 (Approx 0.5MB) Low/Basic : 1,196 x 864 (Approx
0.3MB) |
| Continuous shooting speed |
High:2 frames/second Medium:3 frames/second Low:more
than ? 3 frames/second |
| Maximum number of frames for continuous
shooting |
High:6 frames Medium:12 frames Low:24 frames
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| Interfaces |
USB(USB2.0), Video Out (NTSC/PAL)) |
| White Balance |
8 types(Auto, Sunlight, Shade, Overcast, Incandescent,
Fluorescent, Flash and Custom) |
| Viewfinder |
Pentaprism SLR viewfinder |
| Viewfinder Frame Coverage |
98% vertical, 98% horizontal |
| Viewfinder Magnification |
0.9 x(50mm F1.4-8) |
| Eye point |
18mm |
| Diopter Adjustment Range |
-3dpt ~+1.5dpt |
| Auto Focus Type |
TTL phase difference detection system |
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AF Operating Range EV 0 ~ +18 (ISO100) |
| Focus Mode |
Single AF, Continuous AF (with AF motion prediction
function), Manual |
| Metering Systems |
8 segment TTL Full Aperture Metering(1) 8 segment
Evaluative Metering(2) Center Metering(3) Center-Weighted Average
Metering |
| Metering Range |
EV 1 ~ 20 (50mm F1.4:ISO100) |
| Exposure Control System |
(P) Program AE (Program Shift is possible) (S) Shutter
Speed Priority AE (A) Aperture Priority AE (M) Manual S-TTL Flash
AE |
| ISO Sensitivity |
Equivalent to ISO 100, 200, 400, 800. Extended
Mode:1600 |
| Exposure Compensation |
±3EV (in 1/3 steps) |
| AE Lock |
Push button type. Exposure setting is locked while the
button is pressed halfway. |
| Auto Bracketing |
3 different exposure levels: Appropriate, Under
Exposure, and Over Exposure, in ±1/3EV steps up to ±3EV |
| Shutter Type |
Vertical-travel metal focal plane shutter,
electronically controlled through entire speed range |
| Shutter Speed |
1/4000 – 30 sec.+ bulb |
| External Flash Synchronization |
Hot shoe (contact X synchronization at 1/180 sec. or
less, with dedicated flash linking contact) |
| LCD Monitor |
2.5”, low-temperature polysilicon TFT color LCD
monitor, approx. 150,000 pixels |
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Coverage Area 100% with white LED backlight |
| Reviewing Images |
(1) Single frame display, (2) Multi display [9 frames],
(3) Zoom, (4) Slide Show |
| LCD Monitor Language |
Japanese / English / French / German / Spanish / Italian
/ Chinese / Korean |
| Power Source |
Li-ion Battery Pack BP-21 (supplied), Battery Charger
BC-21 (supplied), AC Adapter (optional) |
| Dimensions |
144mm / 5.7” (W) × 107.3mm / 4.2” (H)
× 80.5mm / 3.2” (D) |
| Weight |
700g/24.7oz(without batteries) |
The new SD14, powered by the 14 megapixel
Foveon X3® direct-image-sensor, can reproduce high definition images rich
in gradation and impressive three-dimensional detail. The SD14 Digital SLR
camera features four JPEG recording modes, a large and bright pentaprism
viewfinder with 98% coverage, a built-in flash with a Guide Number of 11,
5-point AF system, a large 2.5” 150,000 pixel resolution LCD monitor as
well as a new user friendly design. The durable shutter mechanism has over
100,000-cycle life and is ideal for the demands of digital photography.
14 megapixel high resolution image
sensor
The Foveon X3® direct image sensor* featured in the Sigma SD14 digital SLR
can capture all primary RGB colours at each and every pixel, insuring the
capture of full and complete colour. This third generation direct image sensor
with 14-mega pixels incorporates many improvements over its very popular
predecessors, SD9 and SD10, introduced to the market in 2002 and 2003
respectively. This 14 megapixel direct image sensor records natural rich detail
on a par with film. * Foveon X3 is the registered trademark of Foveon.
In-camera JPEG mode offers added convenience
The SIGMA SD14 incorporates both RAW and JPEG image recording formats enabling
photographers to capture the highest possible picture definition and small file
sizes. JPEG recording, also built in to the SD14, can be used for the following
printing sizes; Super High for A3 size prints or larger (14.15 million pixels:
4608×3072 pixels) High for A4 size printing (4.64 million pixels:
2640×1760 pixels). Medium for en-print size printing.(2.1 million pixels:
1776×1184 pixels) Low for web-page use and emailing (1.03 million pixels:
1196×864 pixels) There is a choice of three JPEG quality settings: Fine,
Normal and Basic.
Built-in flash
The Sigma SD14 camera’s built-in flash offers an angle of coverage of 17mm
(equivalent to 28mm with 35mm full size) lens with a guide number of 11.
Built-in flash can be synchronized to a shutter speed up to 1/180 sec. The
built-in flash enables automatic S-TTL shooting, which allows simple, easy
control of advanced flash photography techniques.
New 5-point distance-measurement sensor
The new auto focus sensor features 5 focusing points (center, left, right, up
and down) ensuring consistently fast and precise focusing. The AF metering
features a cross type sensor in the center of the screen. Selecting the AF
point can be done automatically or manually by the photographer.
Image sensor dust protector
Most digital SLR cameras are typically vulnerable to dust entering the body
especially when the lens is removed for changing. Dust and dirt entering
through the lens mount of a digital camera can be seriously detrimental to
image quality. The dust protector of the SIGMA SD14 prevents dust from entering
and adhering to the image sensor. Even if dust adheres to the dust protector it
will not have an adverse influence on image quality as the dust protector is
located away from the image sensor and is therefore out of focus.
Intuitive interface
The new layout of control buttons insures quick identification of the desired
functions and easy use of the multifunction interface in operating camera
settings. Clearly marked buttons make it easy for the photographer to display
and adjust the most important settings, namely ISO, resolution, JPEG quality
and file type, and white balance, on one screen, using one button. The top LCD
panel incorporates a backlight which enables the camera to be easily controlled
in low light or dark conditions.
Reliable and durable shutter
The durable focal plane shutter mechanism has a life cycle of over 100,000
exposures. The shutter is ideally suited to the requirements of digital cameras
and keeps dust and dirt away from the sensor. The photographer can enjoy taking
pictures without worrying about dirt and dust adhering to the image sensor
either from inside or outside the camera.
Non-stop shooting up to 24 frames
The SD14 digital SLR camera offers high speed data processing and transfer.
High-volume buffer memory enables the SD14 to shoot up to 6 frames in
high-quality High mode, up to 12 consecutive frames in Medium mode, 24
consecutive frames in Low mode.
Three types of metering mode
The Sigma SD14 is equipped with three types of metering mode: 8-segment
Evaluative Metering, Center Area Metering and Center Weighted Average Metering.
This enables the photographer to select the metering mode depending on subject
and situation. Exposure compensation function allows the photographer to
override the exposure value set by the camera’s exposure meter. Auto
Bracketing function allows the exposure to be adjusted by 1/3 EV increments up
to ±3 EV from the exposure automatically set by the camera. In situations
where it is difficult to determine proper exposure, the auto bracketing
function allows a sequence of pictures to be taken of the same subject at three
different exposure levels; Appropriate Exposure, Under Exposure and Over
Exposure.
Large and bright pentaprism viewfinder
The SD14 is equipped with a newly developed pentaprism viewfinder, which has
98% (vertical and horizontal) coverage with 0.9x magnification, an 18mm eye
point and –3 to +1.5 dpt dioptric adjustment.
Large 2.5” LCD monitor
The SD14 camera features a large new 2.5 inch 150,000 pixel resolution LCD
monitor. The LCD monitor displays 100% of the image allowing the photographer
to easily and accurately confirm the image composition. It features playback
options including single frame, thumbnail display (9-images), and three types
of magnification (which is achieved by use of the 4-way controller). Shutter
speed, aperture and other settings can be seen by pressing the INFO button.
Mirror lock-up mechanism prevents camera shake
The mirror lock-up mechanism raises the mirror thus preventing vibration when
the shutter is released. This prevents camera shake, and is especially
effective for macro photography, using extremely long telephoto lenses or
scientific work. Use of a remote controller or cable release (sold separately)
also reduces the possibility of camera shake.
Top LCD panel
The top LCD panel allows the photographer to quickly and accurately confirm
information such as resolution setting, metering mode, battery status, and the
number of images that can be recorded on the CF card. It also incorporates an
orange backlight which enables the camera to be easily controlled in low light
or dark conditions.
Power source
The Lithium-ion Battery BP-21 (included with the camera) can shoot up to 500
images on one full charge. It takes about 120 minutes to fully charge with the
battery charger BC-21 (also included). The optional power grip PG-21 has a
vertical shutter button and can hold two BP-21 batteries supplying more than
enough power for most shoots. The AC Adapter AC-21 (optional extra) enables the
Sigma SD14 to obtain power from the mains supply.
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