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Sigma DP-1 Merrill Digital Camera with 46 Megapixel, FOVEON X3 Direct Image Sensor, Fixed 19mm f/2.8 Lens

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  • Foveon X3 Merrill Sensor: The Foveon X3 direct image sensor captures all primary RGB colors at each and every pixel location with 3 layers, ensuring the capture of full and complete color. Since color moire is not generated, the use of a low-pass filter is not required, meaning light and color are captured by the sensor with a 3-Dimensional feel.
  • Dual TRUE II Engine: The dual TRUE (Three-layer Responsive Ultimate Engine) II image processing engine dedicated to Foveon X3 direct image sensors improves the processing speed and overall quality of the final image.
  • Exclusively Designed 19mm F2.8 lens: The high-performance 19mm F2.8 lens has the equivalent angle of view of a 28mm (35mm equivalent focal length) lens as has been designed exclusively for the SIGMA DP1 Merrill to maximizes the sensor performance.
  • Advanced User Interface: The custom quick set menu and the metallic command dial are incorporated to improve usability. The diaphragm, shutter speed and menu can be changed quickly using the command dial. It allows photographers to change the menu content and the order depending on their preferences.
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The Sigma DP1 Merrill Compact Digital Camera is the next generation of high image quality digital camera which incorporates a Foveons newly developed 46 megapixel APS-C size image sensor in a compact body. The full-color Foveon X3 direct image sensor ensures outstanding resolution and natural rendering with rich gradation as well as a three-dimensional feel. A focus ring and custom Quick Set (QS) mode also improve the user interface. The high-performance wide angle 19mm F2.8, which lens has the equivalent angle of view as a 28mm (35mm equivalent focal length) lens, has been designed exclusively for the Sigma DP1 Merrill to maximize the sensor performance. With the addition of the Sigma DP1 Merrill , you can creatively use the Sigma DP1 Merrill for wide angle photography and the Sigma DP2 Merrill for standard range photography, depending on your shooting style.46 megapixel, 23.5×15.7mm Full-color Foveon X3 Merrill SensorThe 23.5×15.7mm full-color Foveon X3 direct image sensor

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Customers like the image quality, fit and quality of the digital camera. For example, they mention it has a very large sensor, produces breath-taking images and it's well-built. That said, some complain about the battery life and speed.

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9 customers mention9 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the image quality of the camera. They mention that it has the ability to make great-looking images, produces breath-taking pictures, and has a great resolution. Some say that the images are too crisp and almost 3D like. Overall, most are happy with the quality and functionality of the product.

"...IQ, IQ, IQ - tones, natural colors, subtle gradations, great ability to convert to monochrome, etc!..." Read more

"...I have printed them big, 20x30 and the picture is breath taking. I am still learning . For the regular stuff I have the x100s...." Read more

"...The Sigma delivered amazingly detailed photos of indoor scenes (especially interior shots of historical buildings, etc.)..." Read more

"...Dp1 has wider view and is perfect for landscape photo shooting, but the image quality on corner is not as good as center...." Read more

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Customers are satisfied with the fit of the digital camera. They mention that it is small and lightweight, perfectly fit, and has a very large sensor.

"...bought the Ricoh GR and as with prior models, loved its ergonomics, size and UI...." Read more

"...It's also very small and lightweight...." Read more

"...with a quality aluminum build, outstanding prime lens and a very large sensor...." Read more

"It is good.light and perfectly fit." Read more

3 customers mention3 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the quality of the digital camera. They mention it's a wonderful camera with an aluminum build, outstanding prime lens, and a very large sensor. Some say that it has the best IQ.

"Nice quirky little camera with a quality aluminum build, outstanding prime lens and a very large sensor...." Read more

"Wonderful camera. I now have all the Sigma Merrill cameras.Love them all." Read more

"Simply put - BEST IQ!..." Read more

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Customers are dissatisfied with the battery life of the digital camera. They mention that it eats batteries and takes only 100 photos.

"...Right off the bat, you need to know that the camera eats batteries because it needs the juice to process the super-high resolution images...." Read more

"...not having an optical viewfinder takes getting used to, the battery life is abyssmal...." Read more

"...before, it is terrible under low light, higher exposure time, poor battery life, poor recall time for the just-shot-image...." Read more

"...shooting and processing (both in and out of camera) and the limited battery life (~100 photos if you're frugal) this little camera can deliver..." Read more

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Customers are not satisfied with the speed of the digital camera. They mention that it is slow to take pictures and write to the SD card.

"If you're willing to put up with the slow shooting and processing (both in and out of camera) and the limited battery life..." Read more

"...Only downside is the camera is very slow to write to the SD card." Read more

"Sharp, but flat and slow..." Read more

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I had a Nikon D200 camera with a lot of lenses and a Nikon Coolpix P7700. The Coolpix took better photos than the D200. In order to get a Nikon DSLR with the quality that I wanted, it would cost me thousands of dollars that I can't afford. So I came up with two plans:* In plan A, I would sell all my DSLR gear, buy a DP-1 Merrill and pocket $1,000. In this scenario, I'd keep the Coolpix to use as a general shooter for times when I want to take family photos, and use the Sigma for landscapes and other outdoor photography.* In plan B, I would sell all my Nikon gear, including the Coolpix, and buy a Sony DSC-RX100 II. In this scenario, I'd use the Sony for everything and wind up with maybe an additional $100 or $200 in my pocket over plan A.I weighed the pros and cons over pretty carefully. In the end, the Sigma kept calling to me. So I went to Plan A.Before I go any further, let me say that I am completely happy that I bought this camera. Now...If you are looking for an all-around camera that you can use to take nice outdoor photos and also use for things like indoor family photos in low light, grandma blowing out the birthday cake, and fast-moving sports photography where you can bang off a series of shots, then DO NOT BUY THIS CAMERA. You will not be happy.If you primarily shoot in daylight, are looking for a camera that has an incredible sensor that rivals cameras that sell for more than five times the price, don't mind bringing a few extra batteries along, and aren't going to whine that you can't do RAW conversions in Lightroom or Photoshop, this is the camera for you.Frankly, I am amazed by this camera. Right off the bat, you need to know that the camera eats batteries because it needs the juice to process the super-high resolution images. It is not a camera that you can use to take a quick succession of photos with, because it has to write large files to the memory card. Having said that, I have not noticed any issues with having to wait for the camera before I could shoot again because of the nature of they way that I shoot. I'll say it again: you can't use this camera to shoot a rapid succession of images.Think of this camera they way you'd think of a 4 x 5 view camera and you'll be happy with it. If you think of it as a snapshot camera, you'll want your money back.I had been using the D200 to shoot RAW. Even using RAW, photographing a high-contrast scene meant that the highlights would blow out to the point where they weren't recoverable. Photos taken with the D200 were noisy, even at low ISOs.I just did some test shooting with the Sigma, and I can't believe it. Shooting in the early afternoon glaring summer light, in a high contrast situation where there was shadow and white objects, the sensor on this beast was able to record all of it. I didn't think it was possible. It is amazing.The criticism that this camera is an unergonomic brick is completely valid. However, do a search for Richard Franiec and you'll find his website. This guy sells a $37 custom grip for the Sigma DP1/DP2/DP3 Merrill that transforms the camera into a new camera that fits your hand. This grip doesn't add bulk and it looks exactly like the material the camera is made of. You will love it. (I have nothing to do with this guy or his company. I'm a customer.)The one complaint that I have with the camera is there is fringing evident from the lens. But you can deal with that in post-processing.So, if you know what you're getting into with this camera, you'll be happy you bought it.You can see a few of my images in the customer image gallery. They're the ones of the gazebo and the park area with the trellises.
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Reviewed in the United States on August 5, 2013
I had a Nikon D200 camera with a lot of lenses and a Nikon Coolpix P7700. The Coolpix took better photos than the D200. In order to get a Nikon DSLR with the quality that I wanted, it would cost me thousands of dollars that I can't afford. So I came up with two plans:

* In plan A, I would sell all my DSLR gear, buy a DP-1 Merrill and pocket $1,000. In this scenario, I'd keep the Coolpix to use as a general shooter for times when I want to take family photos, and use the Sigma for landscapes and other outdoor photography.
* In plan B, I would sell all my Nikon gear, including the Coolpix, and buy a Sony DSC-RX100 II. In this scenario, I'd use the Sony for everything and wind up with maybe an additional $100 or $200 in my pocket over plan A.

I weighed the pros and cons over pretty carefully. In the end, the Sigma kept calling to me. So I went to Plan A.

Before I go any further, let me say that I am completely happy that I bought this camera. Now...

If you are looking for an all-around camera that you can use to take nice outdoor photos and also use for things like indoor family photos in low light, grandma blowing out the birthday cake, and fast-moving sports photography where you can bang off a series of shots, then DO NOT BUY THIS CAMERA. You will not be happy.

If you primarily shoot in daylight, are looking for a camera that has an incredible sensor that rivals cameras that sell for more than five times the price, don't mind bringing a few extra batteries along, and aren't going to whine that you can't do RAW conversions in Lightroom or Photoshop, this is the camera for you.

Frankly, I am amazed by this camera. Right off the bat, you need to know that the camera eats batteries because it needs the juice to process the super-high resolution images. It is not a camera that you can use to take a quick succession of photos with, because it has to write large files to the memory card. Having said that, I have not noticed any issues with having to wait for the camera before I could shoot again because of the nature of they way that I shoot. I'll say it again: you can't use this camera to shoot a rapid succession of images.

Think of this camera they way you'd think of a 4 x 5 view camera and you'll be happy with it. If you think of it as a snapshot camera, you'll want your money back.

I had been using the D200 to shoot RAW. Even using RAW, photographing a high-contrast scene meant that the highlights would blow out to the point where they weren't recoverable. Photos taken with the D200 were noisy, even at low ISOs.

I just did some test shooting with the Sigma, and I can't believe it. Shooting in the early afternoon glaring summer light, in a high contrast situation where there was shadow and white objects, the sensor on this beast was able to record all of it. I didn't think it was possible. It is amazing.

The criticism that this camera is an unergonomic brick is completely valid. However, do a search for Richard Franiec and you'll find his website. This guy sells a $37 custom grip for the Sigma DP1/DP2/DP3 Merrill that transforms the camera into a new camera that fits your hand. This grip doesn't add bulk and it looks exactly like the material the camera is made of. You will love it. (I have nothing to do with this guy or his company. I'm a customer.)

The one complaint that I have with the camera is there is fringing evident from the lens. But you can deal with that in post-processing.

So, if you know what you're getting into with this camera, you'll be happy you bought it.

You can see a few of my images in the customer image gallery. They're the ones of the gazebo and the park area with the trellises.
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