Sigma Releases 105mm F2.8 EX DG HSM Macro Lens

Sigma is proud to announce that their 105mm F2.8 EX DG OS HSM Macro lens is now available for purchase with a price tag of around $1,400. Quite pricey for a lens but Sigma promises 1:1 macro reproduction and a floating focus system for top notch quality no matter what distance you're utilizing. So again, the ...

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Sigma SD1 announced, will cost $9,700

Sigma has announced the flagship Sigma SD1 DSLR, which sports an APS-C sized Faveon sensor, which consists of three sensors stacked together, for a total 46 MP of color data -- a sensor for each primary color. This new technology doesn't come without a price: $9,700. Other than that, the SD1 sports a meager 11 ...

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Sigma DP2x sports a DSLR-sized sensor

Sigma has announced an interesting new compact camera, the DP2x, which sports Sigma's Foveon X3 sensor, an APS-C sized CMOS sensor that's the same size as the ones used in DSLRs like the Nikon D90/D7000. The DP2x takes 14 MP images and even shoots RAW, with ISO range from 100 to 3200, but unlike a ...

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Sony to Release E-Mount Standard Specs Starting April 1st

We've known of Sony's E-mount system for quite some time that they would be using on cameras like the NEX-3, NEX-5 and NEX-VG10 in place of the Micro Four Thirds standard. However, up until now, Sony has kept the specs for the E-mount standard under wraps leaving potential third-party manufacturers in the dust. Now, Sony has ...

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Sigma Releases Firmware Update for SD15 DSLR

Owners of the SD15 DSLR from Sigma pay attention as the company has just released firmware version 1.01. Available for download now, this firmware update adds a second Quick Set hot key function that will allow you to easily access your most used functions. Additionally, it's also got a Key Sound cancellation feature while upping the ...

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Sigma Launches 85mm F1.4 EX DG HSM Lens In The U.S.

Sigma has just released their 85mm F1.4 EX DG HSM lens in the United States. This device is a fast medium telephoto lens that's been optimized for 35mm full-frame DSLR and firm cameras. However, it's compatible with cropped-sensor digital cameras as well. Furthermore, the 85mm F1.4 EX DG HSM lens features one Special Low ...

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Sigma DP1x Coming to Japan This Month

Sigma Japan has come forth tody to let us know that their DP1x compact digital camera will be available in the land of the rising sun later this month. What's great about this camera is the fact that it features a True II processor which apparacitly utilized an enchaneced algrotihm for more accurate photography. Unfortunately there was ...

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Sigma presents new lens: 85mm F1.4 EX DG HSM

In addition to the PO 70-200mm F2.8 EX DG OS HSM lens that was recently released by Sigma, there is a new one entitled 85mm F1.4 EX DG HSM that can be used on digital SLR cameras of different brands including Canon, Nikon, Pentax, Sony, and Sigma. The new Sigma lens costs close to $1,120 and ...

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Sigma Unveils APO 70-200mm F2.8 EX DG OS HSM Lens For The U.S.

Sigma has unveiled a new, APO 70-200mm F2.8 EX DG OS HSM lens, which carries the company's new "F" Low Dispersion (FLD) lens glass and it's scheduled to debut in the United States. This lens is made of 22 elements in 17 groups, features an iris diaphragm with 9 rounded blades for smooth bokeh ...

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Sigma Releases 17-50mm f/2.8 EX DC OS HSM Lens

Sigma has just been kind enough to let us know that their 17-50mm f/2.8 EX DC OS HSM is now available for purchase. This lens is specially designed for compatiblity with digital cameras that feature an APS-C sensor in addition to adding in some Optical Stabilization functionality and FLD glass all while fitting into a small ...

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