Sigma DP1 anyone?

Carlos, I can’t answer your specific request but I suggest you look here -

http://www.rytterfalk.com/2008/03/07/dp1-raw-pack-for-download/

and download the Sigma software and the raw samples to see for yourself.

Outputting at “double size” looks pretty good to me although I still want to see how fast (or slowly, from what I hear) the camera focuses and records its raw files.

Hope that helps…

Hey Carlos,
I used a Sigma SD14 for a while last year, the IQ was fantastic in good light but the software (SPP3) was poorly developed. I understand that both the SD14 and DP1 use the same sensor, but with different in-camera processing engines. From the samples posted on rytterfalk.com it looks like the new software (SPP3.1) is processing a lot better. I would suggest testing one out before purchasing if possible, shooting in RAW mode produces the best results from Sigma files.

Browse photo.net: A reliable poster there (Ilkka?) has one, is unhappy with shot-to-shot time in RAW…I canceled my order. I wish Pentax would use my k20D’s 14mp sensor and system (and perhaps my pancake prime lenses) for a Sigma-sized point/shoot with optical viewfinder.

Take a look at the Olympus E-420 as an alternative to the DP1. No 28mm equivalent pancake lens (yet) though.

I’ve heard several complaints about the slow shot-to-shot speed and write time. It’s not suitable for instantaneous street photography. Such a pity.

According to rytterfalk.com the lag time in RAW is SIGNIFICANTLY reduced by using a super fast memory card and turning the onscreen review to off. I downloaded some of the RAW files from the site and the new Sigma software to process with. Why Adobe Raw is not developed for this is a good question. However, the file worked with was quite solid. I like the idea of how this camera proecess and show little noise at high ISO. Street photography? Well, think quick.