Specifications

DIGITAL SLRs
SIGMA
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SD-14
High Performance
◆ Most digital SLR cameras are typically vul-
nerable 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
SD14 prevents dust from entering and ad-
hering to the image sensor. Even if dust ad-
heres 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.
◆ The durable focal plane shutter mechanism
has life cycle of over 100,000 exposures. The
shutter is ideally suited to the requirements
of digital cameras. This new shutter dramat-
ically reduces the amount of dust and dirt
from the shutter mechanism. The photogra-
pher can enjoy taking pictures without wor-
rying about dirt and dust adhering to the
image sensor either from inside or outside
the camera.
◆ 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 (sold separately) or cable release
(sold separately) also reduces the possibility
of camera shake.
◆ The top LCD panel allows the photographer
to quickly and accurately confirm informa-
tion such as resolution setting, metering
mode, battery status, and the number of im-
ages 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.
◆ The BP-21 Lithium-ion battery (included)
lets you take approximately 500 images on
one full charge. It takes about two hours to
fully charge with the BC-21 Charger (also
included). The optional PG-21 Power Grip
has a vertical shutter release button and can
hold two BP-21 batteries, supplying more
than enough power for most shoots. Can
also be powered via optional AC adapter.
◆ The SD14 records to CompactFlash (Type
I/II) and Microdrive cards. Has a USB 2.0
port and can be used with over 40 Sigma
lenses such as ultra-wide, ultra-telephoto,
macro, and fisheye.
SD-14 Specifications
Format: AF / AE Digital SLR Camera
Storage Media: CompactFlash (Type I/II), Microdrive; (FAT32 compatible)
Image Sensor Size: 20.7 x 13.8mm
Lens Mount: Sigma SA bayonet mount
Compatible Lenses: Sigma SA mount interchangeable lenses
Angle of View: Equivalent to approx 1.7x the focal length of the lens (for 35mm cameras)
Image Sensor: Foveon X3 direct image sensor (CMOS)
Number of Pixels: (Effective pixels) 14.06 MP (2,652 x 1,768 x 3)
Aspect Ratio: 3: 2
Still Image Format: Exif2.21, DCF2.0
Image Recording Format: Lossless compression RAW data (12-bit), JPEG
Super High, High, Medium, Low)
Continuous Shooting Speed: 3 frames per second
Maximum number of frames for continuous shooting:
High - 6 frames; Medium - 12 frames; Low - 24 frames
Interfaces: USB 2.0, 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-infinity)
Eye point: 18mm
Diopter Adjustment Range: -3dpt to + 1.5dpt
Auto Focus Type: TTL phase difference detection system
AF Operating Range: EV 0 to +18 (ISO100)
Focus Mode: Single AF, Continuous AF (with AF motion prediction function), Manual
Metering Systems: 8 segment Evaluative Metering, Center Metering, Center-Weighted Average Metering
Metering Range: EV 1 to 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
ISO Sensitivity: Equivalent to ISO 100, 200, 400, 800 and1600
Exposure Compensation: ±3EV (in 1/3 steps)
Auto Bracketing: Appropriate, Under and Over Exposure, in 1/3EV steps up to ±3EV
Shutter Type: Electronically controlled focal plane shutter
Shutter Speed: 1/4000 – 30 sec. + bulb (up to 30 sec.)
External Flash Synchronization: 1/180 sec.
Built-in Flash: Guide Number of 11, coverage 17mm focal length
LCD Monitor: 2.5˝, low-temperature polysilicon TFT color with 150,000 pixels
Coverage area 100% with white LED backlight
Power Source: Li-ion Battery Pack BP-21, Battery Charger BC-21, AC adapter (optional)
Dimensions/Weight: 5.7 x 4.2 x 3.2˝ (WxHxD); Weighs 24.7oz (without batteries)