C72EN0942
E ENGLISH
USER’S MANUAL
This manual explains how to use the SIGMA DP2 digital camera.
Please refer to the SIGMA Photo Pro User Guide, which is available
in the PDF format of the supplied CD-ROM, to get information about
installation of SIGMA Photo Pro software to your computer,
connection between camera and computer and for detailed explanation
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
Disposal of Electric and Electronic Equipment in Private Households
Disposal of used Electrical & Electronic Equipment (Applicable in the
European Union and other European countries with separate collection
systems)
This symbol indicates that this product shall not be treated as household waste.
Instead it shall be collected separately for the recycling of electrical and electronic
equipment.
If the new products are purchased, this product might be handed over to the
distributor or the collection system of waste electrical and electronic equipment
eventually.
By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential
negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could
otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product or components
of this product.
If this product is disposed illegally, it might cause a possibility of penalties.
For more detailed information about recycling of this product, please contact your
local city office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you have
purchased the product.
PACKAGE CONTENTS / ACCESSORIES
Please make sure that following standard accessories are included
with your camera. If any of them is missing, contact the retailer from
which you purchased your camera immediately.
1. Camera Body (DP2)
2. Lens Cap (on the camera)
3. Hot Shoe Cover (on the camera)
4. Soft Case
5. Strap
6. Li-ion Battery BP-31
7. Battery Charger BC-31
8. Battery Charger Cable
9. USB Cable
10. Audio Video Cable
11. SIGMA Photo Pro Disc
12. Instruction Manual
13. Warranty Card
14. SIGMA Limited Warranty & Service Network
• No memory card is included with this camera. Please purchase this
separately.
2
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
PACKAGE CONTENTS / ACCESSORIES.............................................. 2
TABLE OF CONTENTS........................................................................... 3
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ....................................................................... 6
HANDLING PRECAUTIONS................................................................... 9
DESCRIPTION OF THE PARTS............................................................11
COLOR LCD MONITOR INDICATION.................................................. 13
BASIC OPERATION AND QUICK REFERENCE ................................. 14
PREPARATION
17
ATTACHING THE CARRY STRAP ....................................................... 17
LENS CAP............................................................................................. 18
LOADING THE BATTERY..................................................................... 19
CHECKING THE BATTERY STATUS ................................................... 22
USING A HOME POWER SUPPLY (SOLD SEPARATELY) ................. 23
SETTING THE LANGUAGE.................................................................. 24
SETTING THE TIME AND DATE .......................................................... 25
CAMERA SET-UP MENU...................................................................... 26
LIST OF MENU FUNCTIONS ............................................................... 29
QUICK SET MENU................................................................................ 34
CHANGING THE COLOR LCD MONITOR DISPLAY........................... 35
INSERTING AND REMOVING THE CARD .......................................... 37
FORMATTING THE CARD.................................................................... 39
SHUTTER BUTTON.............................................................................. 39
RESET TO THE DEFAULTS ................................................................. 40
BASIC OPERATION
41
41
SELECTING THE EXPOSURE MODE
P PROGRAM AE ................................................................................ 41
A APERTURE PRIORITY AE ............................................................. 43
S SHUTTER SPEED PRIORITY AE................................................... 44
M MANUAL EXPOSURE..................................................................... 45
USING THE BUILT-IN FLASH
46
USING THE BUILT-IN FLASH............................................................... 46
FOCUSING
48
HOW TO USE AUTOFOCUS................................................................ 48
FOCUSING POINT SELECTION.......................................................... 49
3
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
FOCUS LOCK ....................................................................................... 49
MANUAL FOCUS.................................................................................. 50
OPERATION OF THE DRIVE MODE
51
SINGLE FRAME SHOOTING ............................................................... 51
CONTINUOUS SHOOTING.................................................................. 52
SELF TIMER ......................................................................................... 52
ADVANCED OPERATION
53
SETTING THE WHITE BALANCE（WB）........................................... 53
SETTING THE SENSITIVITY（ISO EQUIVALENCY）........................ 56
IMAGE FILE SETTING.......................................................................... 57
COLOR SPACE..................................................................................... 58
PICTURE SETTINGS............................................................................ 59
SELECTING THE METERING MODE.................................................. 60
AE LOCK............................................................................................... 61
EXPOSURE COMPENSATION ............................................................ 63
FLASH EXPOSURE COMPENSATION................................................ 64
AUTO BRACKETING ............................................................................ 65
COLOR MODE...................................................................................... 67
IMAGE WITH SOUND........................................................................... 68
USING THE EXTERNAL FLASH .......................................................... 69
AUTO ROTATE...................................................................................... 70
INTERVAL TIMER ................................................................................. 71
MY SETTINGS ...................................................................................... 73
EXP. KEY ARRANGEMENT.................................................................. 74
REVIEWING AND DELETING IMAGES
QUICK PREVIEW
75
75
CHANGING THE QUICK PREVIEW DURATION ................................. 75
REVIEWING IMAGES
76
VIEWING ONE IMAGE AT A TIME........................................................ 77
(ZOOMED-IN VIEW)
MAGNIFYING IMAGES
.................................... 78
(CONTACT SHEET VIEW)
VIEWING NINE IMAGES AT A TIME
VIEWING IMAGES A PAGE AT A TIME
......... 79
(JUMP MODE)
....................... 80
VIEWING IMAGES WITH SOUND........................................................ 81
VIEWING IMAGE INFORMATION ........................................................ 82
HISTOGRAM......................................................................................... 84
4
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
VIEWING IMAGES ON A TV................................................................. 85
DELETING FILES
86
DELETING A SINGLE FILE................................................................... 87
DELETING MULTIPLE FILES............................................................... 88
OTHER REVIEWING FEATURES
89
LOCKING FILES ................................................................................... 89
MARKING IMAGES............................................................................... 92
ROTATING IMAGES ............................................................................. 95
EXPOSURE WARNING ........................................................................ 96
OK BUTTON SHORTCUT..................................................................... 96
RECORDING SOUND MEMO .............................................................. 97
SHOWING A SLIDESHOW ................................................................... 99
RECORDING AND PLAYING BACK MOVIES
101
RECORDING MOVIES ....................................................................... 101
PLAYING BACK MOVIES ................................................................... 102
RECORDING AND PLAYING BACK SOUND
104
RECORDING SOUND (VOICE RECORD MODE) ............................. 104
PLAYING BACK SOUND .................................................................... 105
PRINTING IMAGES
106
PRINTING IMAGES WITH PICTBRIDGE COMPATIBLE PRINTERS 106
DPOF (DIGITAL PRINT ORDER FORMAT)........................................ 109
REFERENCE
110
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES.................................................................110
MAINTENANCE ...................................................................................110
EXPLANATION OF TERMS.................................................................111
FILE NUMBERING SYSTEM...............................................................113
LCD SLEEP AND AUTO POWER OFF................................................114
TROUBLESHOOTING .........................................................................115
SPECIFICATIONS................................................................................117
CONNECTING YOUR CAMERA TO A COMPUTER...........................118
5
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
To avoid causing damage or injury, please read this instruction
manual carefully, before using the camera.
Please take special note of the following two cautionary symbols.
Using the product and disregarding this warning sign may
Warning !!
cause serious injury or other dangerous results.
Using the product disregarding this caution sign may cause
injury or damage.
Caution !!
This symbol denotes a warning or point, where caution is required.
This Symbol contains information regarding the actions that must be avoided.
WARNING (BATTERY, BATTERY CHARGER AND AC ADAPTER)
Keep batteries in a safe place out of children’s reach. If a battery is
swallowed, call for emergency medical aid immediately.
Do not use any battery other than the designated battery types. Doing
so may cause battery explosion, battery leakage, camera damage,
injury or fire.
Do not use any battery other than that specified in this booklet.
Otherwise, it might cause battery explosion, battery leakage, camera
damage, injury or fire.
Avoid any shock, shake and drop. Ignoring this warning may cause
battery explosion, or battery leakage, resulting in injury or fire.
Never disassemble, short circuit, heat, or put batteries into fire.
Ignoring this warning may cause battery explosion, battery leakage,
injury or fire.
Please only use charger with the dedicated battery. Charging other
battery types causes battery explosion, battery leakage, camera
damage, injury or fire.
If for some reason, the camera or batteries emit smoke, or if
overheating or the smell of burning is detected, remove the batteries,
taking care to avoid being burned. Take the camera to the retailer
where you bought it, or to an authorized Sigma service station.
Please follow all guidelines, rules and regulations of your community
regarding the disposal of batteries.
If you do not use the camera for a long period of time, remove the
battery.
Do not use any AC adapter other than the one provided with your
camera. Using other brands may cause electrical shock and fire
6
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
The AC Adapter is designed for use with this product only. Do not use it
with any other appliance. Doing so may cause overheating, fire, electric
shock or injury.
If the adapter is emitting smoke, generating a strange odor or making
an abnormal noise, while in use, disconnect the power plug from the
outlet immediately. Otherwise, fire or electric shock may result.
If water or a foreign object gets into the adapter, unplug from the AC
outlet immediately. It could cause fire or electric shock.
Do not attempt to modify or disassemble this product. Doing so can
cause fire or electric shock.
Do not place any heavy objects on the power cord, or pull it, bend it
unduly, or heat it. It could damage the cord, and could cause fire or
electric shock.
Do not use this product with AC voltage other than the specified power
supply voltage (AC100V - 240V). Doing so could cause fire or electric
shock.
Use a safety approved AC power cord as is specified by each country.
WARNING (CAMERA)
Never use your camera in an environment where flammable or
burnable, gas, liquids or chemicals, such as Propane, Gasoline, etc.,
are present.
Keep the camera in a safe place that children cannot reach. Playing
with the camera strap around one’s neck can cause strangulation.
Do not disassemble the camera; Doing so can cause electric shocks
and burns.
Do not touch internal parts of the camera that become exposed as a
result of damage, it could cause fire or electric shock. Remove the
batteries and contact an authorized Sigma service station.
Keep the camera away from moisture or water. If you drop your
camera/lens in water, please contact the retailer where you purchased
the camera, or a service station immediately. If you use the camera
with this condition it can cause electric shock or fire.
Prevent water, or metallic and other conductive objects from coming
into contact with the terminals of the camera body. This can result in
electric shock, overheating and fire.
Do not fire the flash close to eyes, otherwise the bright light could
damage the eye. Keep at least 1m/3feet distance between the face
and the camera when taking a picture with flash.
Do not cover the flash with your finger or hand, it can cause skin burn.
7
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
CAUTION (BATTERY CHARGER AND AC ADAPTER)
Do not pull the Battery Charger or the AC power cord, when
disconnecting the AC adapter from the AC outlet. It could cause fire or
electric shock due to damaged cord. Always take hold of the molded
AC plug, when unplugging it from the outlet.
Do not cover the Battery Charger or the AC adapter with cloth,
cushions, etc. It could cause excessive heat, deform the case, and
cause fire.
When Battery Charger is not used unplug it from the outlet.
CAUTION (CAMERA)
Do not leave the camera without the lens cap in place. Light entering
through the lens for long periods of time could cause damage to the
camera.
Please do not carry your camera while a tripod is attached, as this
could result in injury or a fall.
Please do not grasp the camera with wet hand, as it might cause
electric shock
Do not leave the camera in a hot place or in a car parked in the sun. If
the camera becomes hot, it might cause burns to the skin.
If the liquid crystal display (LCD) monitor becomes damaged, be
careful of the fragments of glass, which can cause injury. If the liquid
inside the LCD monitor leaks out, and you are faced with the following
situations, please do as follows.
„ If the liquid adheres to clothes or the skin, wash it away with soap
immediately.
„ If the liquid enters the eye, flush the affected eye with clean water
immediately for 15 minutes, and seek medical assistance.
„ If the liquid is swallowed, drink a large quantity of water, induce
vomiting and seek medical assistance.
8
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
HANDLING PRECAUTIONS
Please read this section before using the camera.
Study and familiarize yourself with the functions of your camera
before using it. No compensation or guarantee is provided for
unsatisfactory pictures or loss of profit, etc.
Carry spare batteries when you use the camera in a cold
environment, on a field trip, or when taking many pictures at one
time.
ENVIRONMENT
■ Your camera is a precision instrument. Do not drop it or subject it to
physical shock.
■ This camera is not waterproof, and cannot be used underwater. Wipe off
any water droplets with a dry cloth as soon as possible. If the camera
gets really wet, promptly consult your nearest Sigma Service Center.
■ Do not leave the camera in a dusty, hot, or highly humid environment for
a long period of time.
■ If the camera is moved from a cold place to a warm room, water droplets
may appear on the camera. Please keep the camera in a bag until it is
acclimatized to the ambient room temperature.
■ The camera will work within a temperature range between 0˚C/32˚F and
+40˚C/104˚F and humidity less than 80% (no condensation). However, in
cold temperatures below 0˚C, the power performance of the battery is
reduced. Please carry a spare battery in these circumstances, and keep
the batteries warm.
■ Static electricity or magnetic fields, may effect the operation of the
camera. If such exposure occurs, please remove the battery from the
camera and re-insert it, to reset the camera’s microprocessors.
HOW TO STORE THE CAMERA
■ If you intend to store the camera for a long time, remove the battery.
■ To avoid growth of fungus, store the camera and lens in a dry, cool and
ventilated place, with a drying agent such as silica gel. Keep your
equipment away from chemicals.
9
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
HANDLING PRECAUTIONS
NOTE ON THE TFT COLOR LCD MONITOR
■ A few pixels may always be lit or may never light on the LCD monitor.
This is not a failure or malfunction. Images recorded with the camera will
not be affected.
■ Because of the normal physical characteristics of the liquid crystal, the
reaction of the display may become slow at low temperatures. At high
temperatures, the display may become dark, but it will return to normal at
room temperature.
SD MEMORY CARD AND MULTIMDEIA CARD (SOLD SEPARATELY)
The DP2 camera uses a SD memory card, SDHC memory card
and multimedia card.
•In this instruction manual, SD memory card, SDHC memory card and
Multimedia card are referred to as the ‘Card’.
•We recommend SDHC memory card or high speed SD memory card to
store images.
•SD memory card or SDHC memory card
incorporate the write protection switch, which
prevents writing or formatting the card
accidentally. If the switch is placed in the ‘LOCK’
position, it is not possible to overwrite or erase
your data accidentally.
■ We do not recommend using a multimedia card in continuous shooting or
Movie mode due to the slow writing speed.
■ Do not leave the card in direct sunlight or near a heating device.
■ Avoid storing cards in environments of high temperature and humidity or
where static electricity or electromagnetic fields may be generated
■ For proper usage of the card, please refer to their instruction manuals.
■ The “Delete” feature of the Camera and PC may not delete the data in
the memory card completely. Some data might still remain. If you wish to
remove all data from card securely, please use third party software.
10
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
DESCRIPTION OF THE PARTS
4
5
1
6
7
2
3
8
14
15
16
9
10
7
17
11
12
13
18
19
11
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
20
25
26
27
21
22
23
28
29
24
1. MICROPHONE
2. BATTERY / CARD COVER
3. TRIPOD SOCKET
4. LENS
/
20.
21.
22.
23.
24.
25.
26.
27.
28.
29.
(AE LOCK / DELETE) BUTTON
(QUICK SET) BUTTON
(MENU) BUTTON
5. FLASH
6. LENS CAP MOUNT
7. CAMERA STRAP EYELET
8. SPEAKER
4-WAY CONTROLLER
(VIEW) BUTTON
9. HOT SHOE COVER
10. HOT SHOE
11. FLASH POP-UP LEVER
12. COLOR LCD MONITOR
13. AUTO FOCUS LAMP
14. POWER SWITCH
15. MODE DIAL
BUTTON
BUTTON
(FOCUS MODE) BUTTON
(OK) BUTTON
16. SHUTTER BUTTON
17. CONNECTOR COVER
18. MF DIAL
(DISPLAY) BUTTON
19. BUSY LAMP
(FOCUSING POINT) BUTTON
12
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
COLOR LCD MONITOR INDICATION
Explanation of the icons displayed in still image shooting.
1 Battery Level Indicator
2 Flash Mode *
15 Contrast *
16 Sharpness *
3 Drive Mode *
17 Saturation *
4 White Balance *
5 ISO Sensitivity
18 Focusing Frame
19 Focus Mode *
20 MF Enlarged Display *
21 MF Scale Bar *
22 Interval timer *
6 Image Size
7 Image Quality
8 Number of shots remaining
Flash Exposure Compensation
value *
9
23 Exposure Mode
10 AE Lock *
24 Shutter Speed
11 Camera Shake Warning
25 F Number
Exposure Compensation Value
/ Exposure Meter
12 Image With Sound *
26
13 Auto Bracket *
27 Metering Mode
14 Color Mode
28 Histogram *
* Displayed only during setting.
During the Shooting Mode, it is possible to
change the exposure indicator at the bottom
of the display to the Allocate function guide
by pressing the
button. It is possible to
confirm the current allocated function by
pressing the
button.
button and the
[Allocate function guide]
13
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
This mark shows that the image is being processed in camera
after shooting. While this mark is displayed, it is not possible to
operate the camera.
This mark shows that the camera is still shooting with a slow
shutter speed.
BASIC OPERATION AND QUICK REFERENCE
The DP2 camera has many advanced features. This section,
describes basic camera operation. You can find more details in
later sections.
PREPARATION
Charging the battery (P.19)
Charge the supplied lithium-ion battery
with the provided battery charger.
To insert the battery (P.20)
Insert the battery into the chamber in
accordance with the diagram.
Set the language (P.24)
14
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
Set the date and time (P.25)
Loading the card (P.37)
TAKING THE PICTURE
Turn the camera body on.
Remove the lens cap and press the
Power switch.
Select the exposure mode (P.41)
Put the ‘Mode’ dial switch in
(Program AE) position
P
15
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
Focus (P.48)
Compose your image with the color
LCD monitor and press the shutter
button “half-way” to activate exposure
metering and autofocus.
Take a picture
Fully press the shutter button to take
the picture.
Review the image. (P.75)
The image is displayed for 2 seconds
on the LCD monitor.
16
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
PREPARATION
This section describes necessary preparations before using
the camera.
ATTACHING THE CARRY STRAP
1
1
Undo the end of the strap.
2
Attach the camera strap to camera strap eyelet on both sides as
shown.
3
Reassemble the camera strap as shown.
17
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
LENS CAP
To preserve the lens, the lens cap is attached. If you do not use the
camera, please keep the lens cap attached.
HOW TO REMOVE THE LENS CAP
Remove the lens cap as shown.
ATTACHING THE LENS CAP
Fit the lens cap keeping the SIGMA
logo horizontal.
CAUTION!!
• If you turn camera body on with the lens cap, the camera will stop
the lens from zooming. Please remove the lens cap and then turn
on once again.
• It is not possible to attach the lens cap when the lens is zoomed
out. Please turn the camera off to return the lens to its original
position and fit the lens cap.
18
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
LOADING THE BATTERY
A lithium-ion battery, BP-31, is provided with the DP2 camera.
Charge the battery before using the camera for the first time.
Charge the battery by the supplied battery charger, BC-31, when
the battery is empty.
TO CHARGE THE BATTERY
1
Connect the power cable to the charger
and insert the plug into the wall outlet.
2
Attach the battery by sliding it in the
direction of the arrow, as shown in the
diagram.
● Charge lamp will turn red during
charging.
● It takes about 120 minutes to recharge
the battery.
● Required time for recharging the battery
depends on the ambient temperature
and status of recharge level.
3
When the charge lamp turns green,
charging is completed. Remove the
battery from the charger and remove the
power cable plug from the wall outlet.
● We recommend charging the battery before using the camera again.
If it is not used for several days, the battery performance decreases.
● If the number of possible images from one charge of the battery
considerably decreases, it may indicate the end of battery’s life. In
this case, please purchase a new battery.
19
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
LOADING THE BATTERY
1
Open the Battery / Card Cover in the
direction of the arrow, as shown in the
instruction.
2
Insert the battery into the chamber in
accordance with the diagram.
● Insert the battery until it locks into
place.
3
Close the cover securely.
● Slide the cover until it clicks into the
locked position.
20
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
TO REMOVE THE BATTERY
1
Make sure the camera is turned off and
open the Battery / Card Cover in the
direction as shown by the arrow.
2
Eject the battery by sliding the battery
compartment cover latch in the direction
of the arrow, as shown in the illustration.
WARNING!!
• While the Busy Lamp is on, please do not remove the battery.
Doing so can result in data loss. Moreover, the camera and card
may be damaged.
21
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
CHECKING THE BATTERY STATUS
The battery icon, which shows the capacity of the battery, is shown
on the left corner on the color LCD panel.
Explanations of the symbols are given as follows.
Please take notice of the battery status before and when in use.
Battery Status
The battery strength is sufficient.
White
The battery level is low and the battery will need to be
changed soon.
White
The power of the battery is insufficient, replace the
battery immediately.
White
Red
The power of the battery is empty; it is not possible to
work. Please replace the battery.
22
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
USING A HOME POWER SUPPLY (Sold Separately)
You can power the camera from a wall outlet using the provided AC
Adapter - (SAC-3). When using your camera for an extended period of
time, reviewing the pictures or connecting the camera to a computer or
cleaning the image sensor, we recommend that you operate the camera
from a household power outlet.
1
Connect the AC cable to the AC adapter. ①
2
Turn off the camera and connect the plug of the AC adapter to the camera.
②
3
Insert the plug of the AC cable into a wall outlet. ③
When you have finished using the camera, please turn off the camera and
disconnect the plug from the wall socket.
When using the DP2 with an AC power supply, the battery icon shows the full
symbol, regardless of the power level of the battery. If you start to operate the
camera on battery power, the display will change and show the remaining power
level of the battery.
WARNING!!
• While the Busy Lamp is on, do not change the power supply by any
means. Doing so can result in data loss or damage to the camera or card.
23
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
SETTING THE LANGUAGE
You should receive the DP2 camera pre-set to English, however, if
necessary, you can change the camera language yourself.
1
Set the Mode Dial to the SET UP position
and turn the camera on.
2
Use the
button to select the [Language
button.
(言語)] menu and press the
3
When the “ :Jump to Language Setting
menu” message is displayed, press the
button again.
4
Use the
button to select the desired
language from the following nine languages.
English
日本語
English
Japanese
German
Chinese
French
Deutsch
中文(简体字)
Français
Español
Italiano
Spanish
Italian
한국어
Korean
Russian
Русский
5
Press the
the
button to apply the setting or
button to return to the sub-menu
without making any changes.
24
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
SETTING THE TIME AND DATE
The DP2 camera records the date and
time when each image is captured and
stores this information with the image. To
ensure that the correct information is
recorded with each image, set the
camera’s internal clock to the correct
date and time before using the camera
for the first time or after extended periods
of disuse.
1
Set the Mode Dial to the SET UP position
and turn the camera on.
2
Use the
button to select the [Date /
button.
Time] menu and press the
3
When the “
Setting menu” message is displayed, press
the button again.
: Jump to Date / Time
4
Press the
button to select an item and
button.
change it by pressing the
5
Press the
the
button to apply the setting or
button to return to the sub-menu
without making any changes.
TIP
• The date can be displayed in one of three formats: M/D/Y
(month/day/year), D/M/Y (day/month/year), or Y/M/D (year/month/day).
Select the desired format from “Date Format”.
• The camera’s internal clock is powered by a capacitor that receives its
charge from camera’s battery. If the camera is without battery for an
extended period of time, such as after prolonged storage, the internal
clock will need to be reset.
25
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
CAMERA SET-UP MENU
This section describes the various settings in the Camera Set-up
menu.
It is possible to set the camera functions or “reset settings to
default” from the Camera Set-up menu display. The Camera
Set-up menu is divided into three groups.
Capture Settings
This menu relates to settings of still
images and movie recordings. When an
exposure mode is selected and
is
pressed [ Capture Settings] will be
displayed. Menu options will differ
depending on which exposure mode is
selected.
Playback Menu
This menu is for setting the playback
related functions of the still images and
movies. The settings for printing, such as
DPOF setting, is included in the Playback
Settings menu. If
is pressed
during playback mode, [
Menu] will be displayed.
Playback
Camera Settings
This menu is used for camera setup such
as date and language selection. When
the Mode Dial is set to the SET UP
position, [ Camera Settings] will be
opened.
WARNING!!
• The Camera Set-up menu will not be displayed in Sound Recording
mode.
26
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
List Display and Open Display
The Camera Set-up menu of the DP2 camera has two display
patterns; List Display and Open Display.
List Display
Menu Items are listed. In [
Capture
Settings], the icon of the current setting
option is displayed on the right. It is
possible to select Menu Items by pressing
the
buttons or the
buttons.
To change an option, select the desired
Menu Item and press the
go to the Open Display.
button to
Open Display
Options of selected Menu Items are
displayed automatically. The current
setting icon is highlighted with a blue
color. To change an option, select the
desired option by pressing the
button. Press the
setting.
button to apply the
In the case of some Menu Items, it is
necessary to press the button to
display options. In that case, please
follow the displayed message.
TIP
• It is possible to move to other Menu Items without exiting from Open
Display by pressing the button shown in Open Display.
• When the Camera Set-up menu is displayed, it is possible to change to
List Display or Open Display by pressing the button.
27
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
•
Settings are laid out as follows. Some setting may be different depending
on the function. Please refer to the relevant page of each function.
For example, to adjust the [Image Size] setting from [ Capture
Settings]:
1
Press the
button whilst the
camera is in a still image exposure mode
and [
Capture Settings] will be
displayed.
2
Press the
button and select [Image
Size] then press the
button.
3
In Open Display, select the desired
image size by pressing the
button
and press the button to apply the
setting. The applied image size will be
highlighted in blue.
By pressing the
button or the shutter button “half-way”, the
Camera Set-up menu will disappear and the DP2 will be changed to
shooting mode.
WARNING!!
• After changing the settings in [ Camera Settings], return the Mode
Dial to any position except SET UP. If the Mode Dial is set to the SET
UP position, it is not possible to shoot, review images or play movies.
28
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
LIST OF MENU FUNCTIONS
* Designates the default option. Some defaults may vary depending
on the country of purchase.
See each corresponding page for more information.
Capture Settings
Menu Item
Mode
Options
Description
Page
Auto*
Daylight
Shade
Selects the White
Balance Mode
depending on the
shooting conditions.
P
S
,
,
A
M
Overcast
Incandescent
Fluorescent
Flash
53-55
White
Balance
Custom
ISO AUTO*
ISO50
The higher value
ISO100
indicates a higher
P
S
,
,
A
M
ISO200
sensitivity. (The Image
may have more “noise”
with higher sensitivities.)
56
ISO
Sensitivity
ISO400
ISO800
ISO1600 (RAW)
ISO3200 (RAW)
Normal Flash*
Redeye
Selects the Flash Mode
depending on the
P
S
,
,
A
M
47
60
57
Slow Sync.
Redeye + Slow
shooting conditions.
Flash Mode
Metering Mode
Image Size
Evaluative*
Center Weighted
Average
Selects the Metering
Mode depending on the
shooting conditions.
P
S
,
,
A
M
Spot
HI*
P
S
,
,
A
WIDE 16:9
MED
Selects recording Image
Size.
M
LOW
Selects recoding Image
Quality. (RAW mode
must be selected for
users to process images
in Sigma PhotoPro.)
FINE*
(
)
P
S
,
,
A
M
NORMAL NORM
58
BASIC
RAW
Image Quality
Drive Mode
Single*
Continuous
Self Timer 2 sec
Self Timer 10 sec
P
S
,
,
A
Selects the Drive Mode
such as Self-Timer.
51,52
M
29
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
Capture Settings
Menu Item
Mode
Options
Description
Page
OFF*
ON
Sets the condition or
cancels the interval
timer.
P
S
,
,
A
M
71,72
[Interval]
Interval timer
[Num. of Times]
Standard*
Vivid
Selects the desired
Color mode depending
on the shooting
Neutral
Portrait
Landscape
B&W
P
S
,
,
A
M
67
Color Mode
conditions.
Sepia
Off*
10sec.
30sec.
Sets or cancels the
Image With Sound
mode.
P
S
,
,
A
M
68
58
59
Image With Sound
Color space
Picture Settings
P
S
,
,
A
M
sRGB*
Adobe RGB
Sets the color space to
[sRGB] or [Adobe RGB].
Contrast
Saturation
Sharpness
Adjusts the Contrast,
Saturation and
Sharpness.
P
S
,
,
A
M
Sets the duration of the
Quick Preview image that
is automatically displayed
on the color LCD monitor
after the image is captured.
Off
P
S
,
,
A
M
2 sec.*
5 sec.
10 sec.
75,76
36
Quick Preview
Off*
4
- - - 4
9
- - - 9
16
- - - 16
Sets or cancels the Grid
segment making it
convenient for
P
S
,
,
A
Grid Segment
Display
M
composition.
Sets or cancels to
record the vertical
image information.
P
S
,
,
A
M
OFF
ON*
70
Auto Rotate
P
S
,
,
A
M
AEL*
Center AF Lock
Center AF Lock+AEL
Sets the function that the
AEL button will perform.
61,62
AEL Button
Settings
Sets or cancels the
exposure lock when the
shutter button is pressed
“half-way”.
P
S
,
,
A
M
OFF
ON*
62
Half Pressed
AEL
30
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
Capture Settings
Menu Item
Mode
Options
Description
Page
Sets the key arrangement
for Exposure level and
Exposure compensation
in each Exposure mode.
P
S
,
,
A
M
—
74
Key
arrangement
0 →
-
→ +*
P
S
,
,
A
M
Sets the order of Auto
Bracket.
-
→ 0 → +
65,66
Auto Bracketing
Order
+ → 0 →
-
A
B
C
Loads the camera
settings that are saved
in My settings.
P
S
,
,
A
M
73
73
Load My Settings
Save My Settings
A
B
C
It is possible to save
three of your desired
camera settings.
P
S
,
,
A
M
Playback Menu
Menu Item
Options
Description
Page
Show all
Show locked
Show marked
Selects options of the
Slideshow Mode.
99,100
Slideshow Settings
Duration
Slideshow
Rotate
Repeat
Rotate
Rotate
Rotates the stored image.
95
Lock
Unlock
Locks or Unlocks files.
This can protect files from
being deleted accidentally.
Lock
89-91
Unlock
Lock all
Unlock all
Lock
Mark
Mark
Marks or Un-marks stored
images. This makes it
convent to identify favorite
images.
Unmark
Mark all
Unmark all
92-94
31
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
Playback Menu
Menu Item
Options
Description
Page
Sets or cancels the Sound
Memo, which can be
recorded to a stored
image.
Off *
10sec
30sec
97,98
Sound Memo
Exp. Warning
Sets whether or not the
over - exposure warning
is shown on images.
Off *
On
96
96
None *
Lock/Unlock
Mark/Unmark
Exp. Warning
Rotate
Sets the function that the
button will perform
during image review.
OK Shortcut
DPOF
Rotate
Select / Quantity
Select All Images
Cancel All Selections
Sets the number of copies
to be printed when using a
DPOF compatible printer.
109
Camera Settings
Menu Item
Options
Description
Page
Date and Time
12H / 24H
Y/M/D; M/D/Y; D/M/Y
Sets the date or time
recorded with the captured
image.
25
Date/Time
Sets the file numbering
system used when a new
card is inserted in the
camera.
Continuous*
Auto reset
113
50
File Numbering
MF Scale Units
Sets the Manual Focus
Scale Units when MF is
used.
m(meters)*
ft(feet)
Sets the Shutter sound,
Key sound and Sound
Volume. (It is possible to
adjust the Sound Volume
Shutter Sound
Key Sound
―
Sound Settings
Sound Volume
by pressing the
button.)
English*
Deutsch
Español
日本語
Français
Italiano
Sets the language in which
menus and messages will
be displayed.
24
Language/言語 中文(简体字)
한국어
Русский
32
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
Camera Settings
Menu Item
Options
Description
Page
Sets the color LCD
monitor brightness.
—
—
—
LCD Brightness
LCD Contrast
Sets the color LCD
monitor contrast.
—
Off
Sets the delay before the
color LCD monitor turns
off automatically if no
30 sec.
1 min. *
2 min.
5 min.
114
LCD Sleep
operation has occurred.
Off
10 sec.
30 sec.
1 min.
2 min. *
5 min.
Sets the delay before the
camera shuts down
114
85
automatically if no
Auto Power Off
Video Mode
operation has occurred.
Sets the standard to be
used for video output
when the camera is
connected to a television
or VCR.
NTSC *
PAL
Selects the “Mass
Mass Storage*
PictBridge
Storage” for connection to
a PC or “PictBridge”
compatible printer.
106,118
USB Mode
Format
Formats the card.
(Formatting will erase all
data on the card.)
—
39
Reset Capture
Settings
Reset Camera
Settings
(Reset to factory
defaults)
Restores all menu options
to their default settings.
(Default settings are
indicated by a *.)
40
—
Reset
Confirm current firmware
version and update the
latest firmware version
from card.
—
Firmware
33
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
QUICK SET MENU
It is possible to set the following Menu in [ Capture Settings]
quickly by pressing the
button.
Qs1 (Quick Set Menu 1)
ISO Setting
Qs2 (Quick Set Menu 2)
Image Size
White Balance
Flash Mode
Metering Mode
Color Mode
Image Quality
Drive Mode
When the camera is in the Still Image Mode, the Quick Set Menu will
be displayed by pressing the button. (By pressing the button
again, it is possible to switch to Qs1 or Qs2.)
Select the desired Menu by pressing the 4-way controller and change
the setting.
For example, if you wish to change the
ISO Setting to 400, press the
to display Qs1, then set the value to 400
button
by pressing the
button several times.
By pressing
or the shutter button
“half-way”, the settings will be applied
and the camera will return to shooting
mode.
When you select
(Custom) from [White Balance], the current
stored setting in [ Custom] will be used.
It is not possible to capture a new custom white balance from
(Custom) in Quick Set Menu. Please capture a new custom white
balance from [
Shooting Menu] (P.26) → [White Balance] →
[Custom].
WARNING !!
• When Image Quality is slected to RAW, Image Size will be set to
(Hi) automatically. It is not possible to select any other Image Size.
34
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
CHANGING THE COLOR LCD MONITOR DISPLAY
It is possible to display/hide icons on the color LCD monitor as
follows by pressing the
button.
Display Icons
Display Icons with the histogram
Hide Icons
→
→
→
→
LCD Monitor OFF
View Finder Mode
• • •
Each time the
button is pressed, the color LCD
monitor display will change as follows.
OPERATION
Still Image Mode (
P
,
A
,
S
)
Display Icons → Display Icons with the histogram → Hide Icons →
LCD Monitor OFF → View Finder Mode → • • •
Still Image Mode (
M
)
Display Icons → Hide Icons → LCD Monitor OFF →
View Finder Mode → • • •
Movie Mode
Display Icons → Hide Icons → • • •
Voice Record Mode
Display Icons → LCD Monitor OFF → • • •
35
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
In the View Finder Mode, only Icons will be displayed. This mode is
convenient for shooting with the optional View Finder.
REVIEWING
Still Image
Display Icons → Hide Icons → Display Image Info Screen (P.82) → • • •
Movie
Display Icons → Hide Icons → • • •
Voice Record
Display Icons only
GRID SEGMENT DISPLAY
It is possible to display the grid line when the camera is in Still
Image Mode. This function is convenient when composing a
picture.
[ Shooting Menu] (P.26) → Select the
desired display type from [Grid Segment
Display].
Off * (Grid Line Off)
4
---
4
(4 segments with a solid line)
(4 segments with a dotted line)
9
---
9
(9 segments with a solid line)
(9 segments with a dotted line)
--- 16
16
(16 segments with a solid line)
(16 segments with a dotted line)
36
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
INSERTING AND REMOVING THE CARD
The DP2 camera uses a SD memory card, SDHC memory card
and Multimedia card to store data.
TO INSERT THE CARD
1
Turn off the camera and open the
Battery/ Card Cover, as shown in the
illustration.
2
Insert the card in accordance with the
instruction of Battery/ Card chamber.
Insert the card until it clicks.
3
Close the Battery / Card Cover.
Slide the Battery / Card Cover in the
direction shown by the arrow until it clicks
shut.
TIP
• It may be necessary to format the card before use. (See P.39)
37
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
TO REMOVE THE CARD
1
Turn off the camera and open the Battery
/ Card Cover, as shown in the illustration.
2
Push the card until it clicks and pull out it.
3
Close the Battery / Card Cover.
Slide the Battery / Card Cover in the
direction shown by the arrow until it clicks
and be locked.
CAUTION !!
• Never do any of the following while the Busy Lamp is on. (The Busy
Lamp indicates when the camera is writing, reading, or erasing images
from the card. Doing any of the following may cause the image data to
be lost or corrupt.)
1. Do not remove the card.
2. Do not remove the battery.
3. Do not apply shock or vibrations to the camera.
TIP
• If the camera is turned off while the Busy Lamp is on, the camera will
remain on until it has finished accessing the card.
38
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
FORMATTING THE CARD
New cards must be formatted before use. In addition, cards with
corrupt or incompatible file systems may need to be formatted
before use.
[ Camera Settings] (P.26) → Select [Format] and format the card.
In [Format] menu, Select [Yes] by
pressing the
button.
button and press the
To cancel formatting, select [No] by using the
button and press the
button.
CAUTION !!
• Formatting erases all card contents, including locked DP2 files and all
non-DP2 files.
TIP
• Cards formatted in other cameras or devices may not operate correctly
in the DP2 camera or may have reduced capacity. To store the
maximum number of DP2 files, format the card in the DP2 camera
before use.
SHUTTER BUTTON
The shutter button of the DP2 cameras
has two positions. When you press the
shutter button “halfway down”, the
camera’s autofocus systems will activate.
When pressing the button “all-the-way
down”, the shutter will release to take a
picture.
39
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
TIP
• Before you start to take pictures, we recommend that you operate the
camera, to become familiar with the “halfway down” position and other
features of the camera.
RESET TO THE DEFAULTS
It is possible to reset the settings to the defaults.
It is possible to reset settings to defaults from [ Camera Settings]
（P.26）→ [Reset].
Reset all settings of [
Capture Settings]
Reset Capture Settings
Reset Camera Settings
to the defaults. (If the My Setting is saved, it
will be maintained.)
Reset the settings of [ Camera Settings]
as well as [Slideshow], [Sound Memo],
[Exp.Warning] and [OK Shortcut] of [
Playback Menu]
It is possible to reset to all settings to
Reset to factory defaults defaults. (My Setting will be also reset to
defaults.)
1
In Open Display of [Reset], select the desired option by using the
button and press the button.
• To select [Reset to factory defaults], it is necessary to keep
pressing the button for a second in the Open Display of [Reset].
2
Select [YES] by using the
cancel the reset settings, select [NO] by using the
press the button.
button and press the
button. To
button and
40
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
BASIC OPERATION
SELECTING THE EXPOSURE MODE
The features and the operation methods of the four different
exposure modes of the camera are explained below.
WARNING !!
• In this section, the instruction is written on the assumption that
[
Key arrangement] of [ Shooting Menu] (P.26) is in the
initial setting. If the actual proceeding is different with the
instruction manual, see P.74 for instruction of [EXP. KEY
ARRANGEMENT].
P
PROGRAM AE
To make picture taking easier, the camera will automatically select
an appropriate combination of shutter speed and aperture value,
according to the brightness of the subject.
1
Set the Mode Dial to the
P
position.
(The exposure indicator is illuminated
in green.)
2
Press the shutter button “half-way” to
verify the focus and take the picture.
41
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
WARNING !!
• When
is shown on the color LCD monitor, the camera is set
slower than 1/25). If this mark is displayed, please use the flash
(P.46, 69) or a tripod.
• If the subject is too bright or dark, both shutter speed and aperture
value indicators will blink and will show the limit values. If you take
a picture with these settings, the picture will be overexposed or
underexposed.
PROGRAM SHIFT
You can change the combination of shutter speed and aperture
value, which were automatically selected by the camera. Use the
button to set the desired combination of shutter speed and
aperture value.
■ It will be canceled automatically,
after taking the picture.
42
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
A
APERTURE PRIORITY AE
After you set the aperture, the camera will determine the
appropriate shutter speed. If you select smaller apertures, depth of
field will be greater. Larger apertures tend to blur the background,
as depth of field will be shallower.
1
Set the Mode Dial to the
A
position.
(The aperture value indicator is
illuminated in green.)
2
Select the desired aperture value by
using
button.
(The aperture value can be set in 1/3
stop increments from F2.8 to F14.)
3
Press the shutter button “half-way” to
verify the focus and take the picture.
WARNING !!
• When
is shown on the color LCD monitor, camera shake may
occur (the shutter speed is set slower than 1/25). If this mark is
displayed, please use the flash (P.46, 69) or a tripod.
• If the appropriate shutter speed is outside the range of suitable
combinations due to the subject being too bright or too dark, the
shutter speed indicator will blink. If the subject is too bright, set the
aperture value to a smaller one (larger F-number). If the subject is
too dark, set the aperture value to a larger one (smaller F-number)
until the indicator stops blinking.
43
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
S
SHUTTER SPEED PRIORITY AE
When you set the desired shutter speed, the camera will select the
appropriate aperture value for correct exposure. You can achieve
stop action effects by selecting a fast shutter speed, or give the
feeling of motion to a moving subject by selecting a slow shutter
speed.
1
Set the Mode Dial to the
S
position.
(The shutter speed value is illuminated
in green.)
2
Select the desired shutter speed
value by using
button.
(The shutter speed value can be set
in 1/3 stop increments from 15
seconds to 1/2000 seconds.)
3
Press the shutter button “half-way” to
verify the focus and take the picture.
WARNING !!
• If the appropriate aperture value is beyond the range of the lens in
use, due to the subject being too bright or too dark, the aperture
value indicator will blink. If the subject is too bright, set the shutter
speed to a faster one, or if the subject is too dark, set the shutter
speed to a slower one, until the indicator stops blinking.
44
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
M
MANUAL EXPOSURE
Set both the shutter speed and aperture value according to the
indication of the exposure meter. You can change the exposure, as
you desire.
1
Set the Mode Dial to the
M
position.
(The shutter speed value is illuminated
in green. The aperture value is
illuminated in orange.)
2
Select the desired shutter speed
value by using
button.
3
Set the exposure value to ±0.0 by
using
button.
•The exposure meter can display an
exposure error of up to ± 3 stops
1
from the correct exposure in
/
3
steps. If the exposure error is more
than three stops, the exposure meter
will blink.
4
Press the shutter button “half-way” to
verify the focus and take the picture.
45
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
USING THE BUILT-IN FLASH
The cameras have built-in flash for taking pictures at night or
in low light, which is very convenient.
USING THE BUILT-IN FLASH
1
Eject the flash by sliding the Flash
Pop-Up Lever.
2
Make sure that the Flash Mode icon is
displayed on the color LCD monitor.
•While the built-in flash is charging,
and the shutter cannot be released.
and Auto Focus Lamp blink
•When you have finished using the built-in flash, please return the
built-in flash to its original position.
■ Flash photography can be used in the following range. (
P
Mode)
ISO
ISO AUTO
ISO50
Flash Exposure Range
0.28m ～ 4.3m
0.28m ～ 1.5m
0.28m ～ 2.1m
0.28m ～ 3m
ISO100
ISO200
ISO400
0.28m ～ 4.3m
0.28m ～ 6.1m
0.28m ～ 8.6m
0.28m ～ 12.1m
ISO800
ISO1600(RAW)
ISO3200(RAW)
46
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
SETTING THE FLASH MODE
It is possible to select other flash modes such as Exposure
Compensation mode or Red-Eye Reduction mode.
The Flash Mode can be set in the Quick Set Menu (P.34) or
[ Capture Settings] (P.26) → [Flash Mode].
Normal Flash *
Redeye
Slow Sync.
Redeye + Slow
NORMAL FLASH
When you pop-up the built-in flash, you can use your camera in this
mode.
• Please use this mode for ordinary photography.
RED-EYE REDUCTION FLASH (Redeye)
When taking a picture with flash, sometimes the person’s eyes reflects
the flash light and the “redeye” phenomenon will appear in the picture.
In order to avoid this effect, the flash will blink several times, for about
one second before the picture is taken, in order to reduce the effect of
this phenomenon.
● Depending on the lighting and subject conditions, the Redeye Reduction
flash may not completely eliminate the redeye in all cases.
SLOW SYNCHRO MODE
When using the flash with
P
/A
mode, the shutter speed value is
limited to faster than 1/40. The slow synchro mode changes the shutter
speed up to 15 second depending on light condition. This mode is
suitable for a portrait in a nightscape.
47
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
FOCUSING
Adjustment of autofocus and manual focus operation are
explained below.
HOW TO USE AUTOFOCUS
Position the photographic subject within
the centre of the composition and press
the shutter button “half-way”.
•If autofocus is selected, the focusing point will be illuminated in green. (At
the same time, the auto focus lamp will be illuminated in green.)
•If autofocus cannot set correctly, the focusing point will blink. (At the same
time, the auto focus lamp will blink in red)
When setting AF mode to normal autofocus (without an icon),
the focusing distance is from 28cm to infinity. It is possible
to change AF mode to LIMIT mode (
is displayed) by
pressing the button. In LIMIT mode, the focusing
distance will be from 1m to infinity and the AF speed will be
faster.
Although your camera is equipped with highly precise AF system, in
some cases autofocus cannot set correctly.
• Low-contrast subjects, such as blue sky or a blank wall, etc. or when the
color of the subject is same as background
• The subject is located in a very low light environment
• Overlapping near and far objects, such as an animal behind a fence
• A subject, which moves at high speed
In such cases, please use one of the following focusing methods.
1. Use the Focus Lock function to focus on another subject, which has a
similar focusing distance as your subject.
2. Set the lens to MF mode and focus manually.
48
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
FOCUSING POINT SELECTION
The DP2 is equipped with 9 focusing
points and it is possible to select the
desired focusing point.
1
Press the
button.
button to select the desired focusing point, and press
2
Press the
the
button to apply it.
FOCUS LOCK
This photographic method is useful if the subject is not positioned
within the selected focusing point.
1
Position the photographic subject into the selected focusing point, and
focus by pressing the shutter button “half-way”.
2
When the subject is in focus, the selected focusing point will be
illuminated in green. Press the shutter button to take the picture.
49
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
MANUAL FOCUS
In situations where autofocus or focus
lock is not effective, you can focus
manually.
1
Set the focus mode to MF mode by
pressing
button several times.
(MF icon and “the scale bar” will be
displayed on the color LCD monitor).
2
Turn the MF Dial on the camera body
until you get a clear sharp image.
FOCUSING WITH MAGNIFICATION DISPLAY
Pressing the
button and then pressing the
button while in MF
mode will magnify the display, making it easer to focus precisely. (By
pressing the
button, it is possible to switch to magnification display or
normal display.)
•Whilst the display is enlarged, the
monitor. Press the shutter button “half-way” to return to the original display.
•To quit magnification display, press the button to return to normal
display, then press the button.
•The enlarged display will be magnified from the selected focusing point of
the LCD monitor by pressing button. It is possible to set the enlarged
is displayed on the color LCD
area to be the same as the focusing point selection. See P.49 for
information regarding focusing point.
WARNING!!
• The graduation on the MF Dial and the scale bar may differ from the
actual distance. Please use it as a guide only.
TIP
• It is possible to change the indicator of the scale bar. Select m (meter)
or ft (feet) from [ Camera Settings](P.26)→[MF Scale Units].
50
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
OPERATION OF THE DRIVE MODE
Operation of the self-timer, and other functions of the camera
are explained by the following:
Operation of The Drive Mode can be set
in Quick Set Manu or [
Capture
Settings] (P.26) → [Drive Mode].
Single Capture*
Continuous
Self Timer 2 sec.
Self Timer 10 sec.
SINGLE FRAME SHOOTING
[Single Capture]
When you press the shutter button in the single frame-shooting mode,
only one frame will be exposed. Then the camera will be ready for the
next shot by advancing one frame. Single frame shooting mode is
recommended for ordinary photography.
51
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
CONTINUOUS SHOOTING
[Continuous]
In this mode, when you keep the shutter button fully
depressed, the camera will take pictures continuously.
•When the camera is in continuous mode, the maximum
number of frames is four in JPEG and three in RAW.
CAUTION !!
• Images taken in rapid succession, such as during Continuous shooting,
are initially stored in the camera's internal memory buffer. Once the
memory buffer is full, the shutter will be disabled until some images
have been transferred to the card.
SELF TIMER
When you want to include yourself in the picture or avoid camera
shake, please use the self-timer.
[Self Timer 2 sec]
The shutter will be released 2 seconds after the
shutter button is fully depressed.
[Self Timer 10 sec]
The shutter will be released 10 seconds after the
shutter button is fully depressed.
After composing the picture, press the shutter button “half-way” and adjust
the focusing. Then, press the shutter button the rest of the way and the
self–timer will activate. During the self-timer operation you will hear an
electronic beeping sound. The beeping sound will be much faster during the
last two seconds, before the shutter is released.
■When [ Camera Settings] (P.26) → [Sound Settings] → [Key Sound]
menu is set to [Off], the electronic sound will not beep even if the
self-timer is operated.
■If you want to cancel the self-timer operation, please turn off the camera.
52
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
ADVANCED OPERATION
This section explains the application of the more advanced
functions of your camera, when composing the expressions of
your picture.
SETTING THE WHITE BALANCE（WB）
The color of light reflected by an object can vary depending on the
color of the light source illuminating it. For example, a neutral colored
object will reflect reddish light under incandescent lighting, and
greenish light under fluorescent lighting. The human brain is able to
compensate for differences in the color of a light source, allowing us to
see white objects as white, independent of the lighting condition. Film
cameras rely on special color-correcting filters and film types to adjust
for these differences in lighting. Digital cameras, however, are able to
use software to mimic the adjustments made by the brain, so that
colors that appear white to the human eye also appear white in your
photographs.
53
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
WHITE BALANCE OPTIONS
OPTION
COLOR TEMP. DESCRIPTION
Select this setting to allow the
camera to automatically determine
the appropriate white balance
adjustments.
(AWB)
Auto *
Approx.
5400 K
Select this setting when taking
pictures in full sunlight.
Daylight
Shade
Select this setting when taking
pictures in the shade under sunny
skies.
Approx.
8000 K
Approx.
6500 K
Select this setting when taking
pictures under cloudy, overcast skies.
Overcast
Incandescent
Select this setting when taking
pictures indoors under incandescent
(tungsten) lighting.
Approx.
3000 K
Select this setting when taking
pictures indoors under fluorescent
lighting.
Approx.
4100 K
Fluorescent
Flash
Select this setting when taking
pictures with the Sigma EF-140 DG
SA-STTL flash.
Approx.
7000 K
Select this setting when using a
custom white balance. Use the "Set
Custom WB" menu option to create a
custom white balance setting. The
"Custom" option will not be available
if no custom white balance has been
set.
Custom
The White Balance can be set in Quick Set Menu (P.34) or
[ Shooting Menu] (P.26) → [White Balance].
When you select
(Custom) in Quick Set Menu, the current stored
setting in [
used.
Shooting Menu] →[White Balance] →[ Custom] will be
To capture a new custom white balance, please set it from [
Shooting
Menu] (P.26) → [White Balance] → [Custom] (See next page).
54
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
SETTING A CUSTOM WHITE BALANCE
For more precise control of the white balance setting or when
photographing under unusual lighting conditions, the "Set Custom
WB" option can be used to capture a sample of neutral object in a
scene to be used for color correction.
1
To capture a custom white balance image, please select [
Capture
Settings] (P.26) → [White Balance] → [Custom], then press the
button.
2
Under the lighting conditions that will be used for the final photograph,
frame a white color object, such as a sheet of white paper or a white
wall, so that it fills the frame in the center of the color LCD monitor, and
then press the shutter button.
If a valid white balance settings was captured, a message “White balance
image captured successfully” will appear on the color LCD monitor that
the white balance image was captured successfully.
If the capture was not successful, “Failed ! Please retry the custom WB
capture.” will be displayed on the color LCD monitor.
Press the shutter button to capture a white balance image once again.
To dismiss the capture, press the
button.
TIP
• When the
button is pressed in white balance capture display,
current white balance setting will be set.
55
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
SETTING THE SENSITIVITY（ISO EQUIVALENCY）
The photosensitivity of digital cameras
is described in terms of “ISO
equivalent” like silver-halide film
cameras. (ISO sensitivity P.112)
The ISO Sensitivity can be set in Quick Set Menu (P.34）or [ Capture
Settings] (P.26) → [ISO Sensitivity].
ISO Auto*
ISO 100
ISO 50
ISO 200
ISO 400
ISO 800
ISO 1600 (RAW)
ISO 3200 (RAW)
• It is possible to select an ISO value from 50 to 800 in JPEG mode or from
50 to 3200 in RAW mode.
CAUSION!!
• If [ISO Auto] is selected, the ISO value will automatically change to
ISO 100 or 200 depending on the light condition. When using the
flash, the ISO value is changed to ISO 100, 200 or 400
automatically.
56
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
IMAGE FILE SETTING
The file size changes depending on resolution mode and recording
quality selected.
Image Size (Resolution mode)
HI
16:9
MED
LOW
2640×1760 2640×1485 1872×1248 1312×880
RAW
(RAW)
15.4MB
FINE
(JPEG)
3.3MB
1.9MB
1.4MB
2.7MB
1.6MB
1.2MB
1.6MB
0.9MB
0.7MB
0.8MB
0.5MB
0.3MB
Image
Quality
NORMAL
(JPEG)
BASIC
(JPEG)
* The file sizes change depending on subjects.
IMAGE QUALITY
It is possible to record images in the widely used JPEG or RAW
formats.
The RAW images are recorded without digital processing in the camera
body and require post-processing with the supplied software, which
can convert RAW images to JPEG or TIFF format.
IMAGE SIZE SETTING
Image Size Setting can be set in Quick
Set Menu (P.34) or [ Capture Settings]
(P.26) → [Image Size].
16:9
HI *
MED
LOW
57
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
IMAGE QUALITY SETTING
Image Quality Setting can be set in Quick
Set Menu(P.34), or [ Capture Settings]
(P.26) → [Image Quality].
(
)
FINE * (JPEG)
NORMAL NORM (JPEG)
BASIC (JPEG)
RAW (RAW)
WARNING !!
• When Image Quality is set to RAW, the Image Size is automatically
set to
Hi. (The icon of Image Size is not displayed on the LCD
monitor.)
• When the Image Quality is set to RAW, the Image Size cannot be
changed until the Image Quality is changed.
COLOR SPACE
It is possible to select sRGB, which is a common color space or
Adobe RGB, which is mainly used for commercial printing, and
other industrial purposes.
Color Space can be set in [
Capture Settings] (P.26) → [Color
Space].
sRGB *
Adobe RGB
CAUTION !!
• Please set the color space to sRGB for regular usage. If you select
Adobe RGB, please be sure to use the supplied Sigma Photo Pro
software or another image processing software supporting DCF
2.0.
58
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
PICTURE SETTINGS
It is possible to adjust the recording image parameter (contrast,
sharpness and saturation).
Contrast
Contrast can be increased by moving the cursor to + side, or
decreased, preserving image detail, by moving the cursor to - side.
Sharpness
It is possible to make the pictures appear sharper, by moving the
cursor to + side, or softer by moving the cursor to – side,.
Saturation
It is possible to increase saturation thus making pictures appear vivid, if
the cursor is moved to + side. Moving the cursor to – side, decreases
saturation and makes images less vivid.
Picture Settings can be set in [
Capture Settings] (P.26) →
[Picture Settings].
Use the
arrows on the 4-way controller
to select [Contrast], [Saturation],
[Sharpness] from [Picture Settings],
then press the
arrows on the 4-way
controller to adjust the compensation.
Press the
or the
button to apply the setting
button to close the
sub-menu without making any changes.
If you adjust image parameters, their icon is displayed on
the left of the color LCD monitor.
TIP
• JPEG is compressed after parameter adjustment. In the case of
RAW format, parameter information is recorded without
adjustment. It is possible to re-adjust RAW images using the
supplied Sigma Photo Pro software.
59
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
SELECTING THE METERING MODE
The camera has three advanced
metering modes.
The Metering Mode can be set in Quick Set Menu (P.34) or [
Capture Settings] (P.26) → [Metering Mode]
Evaluative *
Center Weighted Average
Spot
EVALUATIVE METERING
The camera measures the brightness of the scene by independently
measuring each segment of the focusing screen and analyzing the
correct exposure for the main subject under any lighting situation.
Even under strong back lighting or complex lighting situations, the
camera will give you the correct exposure.
CENTER WEIGHTED AVERAGE METERING
The camera will measure the average brightness of the entire scene
with additional emphasis on the center area. It will determine the most
suitable exposure with respect to lighting conditions.
SPOT METERING
The camera will measure the brightness only inside of the center
focusing point on the color LCD monitor. This mode is suitable when
you wish to set exposure for a portion of the scene and ignore the
influence of rest of the scene.
60
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
AE LOCK
The camera will fix and memorize the exposure value whilst the
“AE” Lock button is depressed. When you wish to lock the
exposure of a subject off-center, AE lock is very useful. Use of this
function with Spot Metering Mode is recommended.
1
Center the subject, for which you wish to
lock the exposure, inside the color LCD
monitor and press the
button.
(The exposure value is memorized and
AEL is displayed in the upper part of the
color LCD monitor.)
2
Compose the picture and press the
shutter button.
•It is possible to continue taking pictures with the memorized exposure
value until this setting is disabled by pressing the
button again.
SETTING THE AEL BUTTON
It is possible to use the
Lock [AEL].
button to select settings other than AE
Capture Settings] (P.26) → [AEL
AEL*
The AE Lock can be set in [
Button Settings].
Center AF Lock
Center AF Lock+AEL
61
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
[Center AF Lock]
Ensure the subject is within the center focusing point
and press the
autofocus. Please note, only the center focusing
point will be used when the button is pressed.
button to activate and lock the
The exposure will only be locked when the shutter
button is depressed “half-way”.
[Center AF Lock + AEL]
Ensure the subject is within the center focusing point
and press the
button. This will activate and
lock the autofocus and exposure. Please note, only
the center focusing point will be used when the AEL
button is pressed.
HALF PRESSED AEL
It is possible to set the exposure lock when the shutter button is
pressed “half-way” or cancel the exposure lock.
The Half Pressed AEL mode can be set in [
Capture Settings]
(P.26) → [Half Pressed AEL].
The exposure will not be locked while pressing the
shutter button “half-way”. The exposure will be
determined when depressing the shutter button.
OFF
ON *
The exposure will be locked when the shutter button
is pressed ”half-way”. While pressing the shutter
button is “half-way”, the exposure will not change.
62
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
EXPOSURE COMPENSATION
If you want to intentionally overexpose or underexpose the picture,
use this function.
Select the desired compensation value
by using the
buttons.
•Exposure compensation can be set
in 1/3 stop increments from +3.0 to
-3.0 stops.
CAUTION !!
• The exposure compensation will not disable automatically. After
taking the picture, set the compensation value to ±0.0 by pressing
button.
• Exposure compensation function cannot be used with Manual
Operation mode.
63
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
FLASH EXPOSURE COMPENSATION
It is possible to compensate the flash output level without changing
the background’s exposure.
1
Press the
button after ejecting the flash by
using the Flash Pop-up lever. (The Allocate
function guide will be displayed on the bottom of
the LCD monitor. The
icon and the orange
compensation value will be displayed in the
upper-left corner of the LCD.)
• It is not possible to set the Flash Exposure Compensation if the
built-in flash is in the inserted position.
2
Select the desired compensation value by using
buttons.
•Exposure compensation can be set in 1/3 stop increments from +3.0
to -3.0 stops.
3
Press the
button again to apply the settings. (The color of the
compensation value will turn from orange to white and the Allocate
function guide will disappear)
CAUTION!!
• The exposure compensation will not disable automatically. After
taking the picture, set the compensation value to ±0.0 by above
procedure.
64
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
AUTO BRACKETING
This function of the camera lets you take a sequence of pictures of
the same subject at three different exposure levels; Appropriate
Exposure, Under Exposure and Over Exposure. If it is difficult to
determine the proper exposure, please use this function.
1
Press the
button.（The bracketing amount will change into
icon and the green
the Allocate function guide. The
bracketing amount will be displayed on the left corner on the
LCD monitor.
•
It is not possible to set the Auto Bracketing mode if you pop-up the built-in flash.
2
Use the
buttons to set the bracketing amount.
● It can be set in 1/3 stop increments up to ±3
3
Press the
button to apply the exposure. (The bracketing amount will
change from green into white. The Allocate function guide will disappear.)
„ The camera will take three pictures in the following sequence; Appropriate
exposure, under exposure and over exposure.
„ The exposure bracketing can be used with 4 different modes.
P
A
S
M
Mode ; Both shutter speed and aperture value will be changed.
Mode ; Only shutter speed will be changed.
Mode ; Only aperture value will be changed.
Mode ; Only shutter speed will be changed.
TIP
• Three frames will be taken continuously by pressing the shutter button.
When the Drive Mode is set to the Self Timer, only 1 frame will be taken
each time the shutter button is pressed.
65
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
TIP
• If the [Quick Preview] in the [
Capture Settings] menu is set to
other than [Off], three images can be viewed at a time. It is easy to
check the exposure difference between the images.
WARNING !!
•
•
Once you set the auto bracketing mode, the camera will continuously hold
that auto bracketing mode until you set the bracketing amount to “±0.0”.
Auto Bracketing functuion cannot be used with the flashgun. When the
built-in flashgun is poped up, the Auto Bracketing function will be turned off.
■ Auto bracketing icon will change as follows depending on the frame
number.
First Frame
Second Frame
Third Frame
■It is possible to change the Auto Bracketing Order.
The Auto Bracketing Order can be set in [
Capture Settings] (P.26)
→ [Auto Bracketing Order]
appropriate exposure → under exposure → over exposure
under exposure → appropriate exposure → over exposure
over exposure → appropriate exposure →under exposure
0
-
+
→
→
→
-
0
0
→
→
→
+*
+
-
Auto Bracketing mode can be used in combination with Exposure
Compensation.
You can take pictures with Auto Bracketing mode based on a compensated
exposure, which you set.
To do so, please set both the Auto Bracketing mode and Exposure
Compensation mode as desired.
The combined value (Exposure Compensation and Auto Bracketing) will be
indicated on the viewfinder display.
Example : Exposure Compensation +1.7 with Auto Bracketing amount 1.0
First Frame
1.7 (Exposure compensation +1.7 & no shift value)
+
Second Frame 0.7 (Exposure compensation +1.7 & shift value -1.0)
+
Third Frame
2.7 (Exposure compensation +1.7 & shift value +1.0)
+
66
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
COLOR MODE
It is possible to select the desired Color mode depending on the
shooting conditions. In addition to the above settings, it is also
possible to select Sepia and Monochrome (B&W) photography
modes.
The Color Mode can be set in the Quick Set Menu (P.34) or
[ Capture Settings] (P.26) → [Color Mode]
Standard color mode for various situations.
Standard*
Saturation and contrast are enhanced for making
pictures appear vivid.
Vivid
Subdued saturation and contrast makes images
natural.
Neutral
This color mode makes skin tone soft. It is ideal for
portraits.
Portrait
This mode makes blue and green more vivid and
emphasizes pictures.
Landscape
B&W
It is possible to take Monochrome pictures.
It is possible to take Sepia and monotonous pictures.
Sepia
•The selected color setting icon is displayed on the
color LCD monitor.
TIP
• It is possible to make pictures according to your intension by the
combination of Color Mode and Picture Settings. For example,
when Color Mode is set to Vivid and the cursor of Saturation in
Picture Settings is set to + side, pictures will be made more vivid.
67
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
IMAGE WITH SOUND
It is possible to record sound after taking a picture. This function is
convenient for recording shooting information at the time of taking
the photograph.
• It is possible to select a record time of 10 seconds or 30 seconds.
The Image with Sound can be set from [
Capture Settings] (P.26)
→ [Image with Sound].
Off * (No sound recording)
10sec
30sec
When the Image with Sound is set,
and the counter is displayed at the
upper right of the color LCD monitor.
Press the shutter button and sound will start recording after the image
has processed (it takes few seconds to process). During recording,
and the busy lamp blinks, and the counter at the upper right on the
color LCD monitor begins to countdown.
The recording stops automatically when the selected record time is up.
To stop the recording before the selected record time passes, simply
push the shutter button again.
Please see P.81 for information on viewing images with sound.
WARNING !!
• Once Image with sound is set, the camera will continue to hold this
setting until [Off] is slected in [Image with Sound].
68
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
TIP
• The sound recording will be stored as a WAV file. It will be stored in
the same folder and have the same file name as the image file. For
example, the image file name will be SDIM0010.JPG and sound file
name will be SDIM0010.WAV.
USING THE EXTERNAL FLASH
The DP2 camera is equipped with a hot shoe, allowing the use of
you a compact, dedicated, external flashgun. Power from the
external flashgun is greater than the built-in flash. It is also
possible to use the external flashgun with the cameras’ lens hood
attached.
ELECTRONIC FLASH EF-140 DG SA-STTL (SOLD SEPARATELY)
Maximum Guide Number of 14 （ISO100 ）giving 2.3x greater
exposure compared to the built-in flash.
The TTL exposure is controlled by the automatic S-TTL system.
This flash unit uses two “AAA” type Ni-MH batteries allowing it to
have a compact design.
It is also possible to use the EF-140 DG SA-STTL in manual mode.
It can be used with the SD14 digital SLR camera and its exposure
will be controlled with the S-TTL system.
69
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
AUTO ROTATE
It is possible to record the vertical image information to images.
The Auto Rotate can be set by [
Capture Settings] (P.26) → [Auto
Rotate].
Off
The vertical image information will not be recorded.
The vertical image information will be recorded.
On*
The default setting is [On].
●When vertically orientated images are reviewed, they will
automatically rotate and be displayed vertically.
●When vertically orientated images are reviewed in Sigma Photo Pro,
they will automatically rotate and be displayed vertically.
●When vertically orientated images are rotated by pressing
[ Playback Menu] → [Rotate], this rotated orientation will be
stored.
WARNING !!
• If the images are taken while the camera is pointed up or down, the
vertical position information may not be recorded properly.
70
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
INTERVAL TIMER
It is possible to take pictures automatically at selected intervals.
WARNING !!
• The interval timer shooting will be terminated automatically if the
battery is empty. We recommend using the AC adapter “SAC-3”
(sold separetely).
The Interval Timer can be set from [
Capture Settings] (P.26) →
[Interval timer].
In Open Display, select [On] to jump to the Interval Timer setting menu.
1
Select [Interval] by pressing the
intervals by using the button.
● It is possible to select from following.
button and set the desired
30 sec., 1 min., 5 min., 10 min., 15 min., 30 min., 45 min., 1 h, 3 h , 6 h,
12 h, 24 h.
2
Select [Num. of Times] by pressing the
button and set the desired
button.
● It is possible to select from following number of exposures.
number of exposures by using the
2, 3, 5, 7, 10, 20, 30, 40, 50, 75, 99,
(unlimited)
∞
3
Press the
button to apply the setting and start the interval timer
shooting by pressing the shutter button.
● During the interval timer shooting, the next exposure interval begins
and the numbers of remaining exposures will be displayed.
● During the interval timer shooting, the color LCD monitor will be
turned off by the LCD Sleep setting. A few seconds before the next
exposure, the color LCD monitor will be turned on. This will be
repeated for the duration of the process.
71
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
● When the focus mode is set to AF, the AF will be locked at the first
frame. From the second frame, pictures will be taken with the same
focus position as the first frame.
● When the focus mode is set to MF, it is possible to change the focus
during the interval timer shooting by turning the MF Dial.
(It is not possible to magnify the display from the second frame.)
(If you wish to keep the same focus position, ensure the MF dial is
not turned during the interval timer shooting.)
● Exposure value is measured at each interval shooting. If you wish to
take pictures with the same exposure value, set the Exposure Mode
to Manual Exposure or fix the exposure value by pressing the AEL
Button before shooting.
● To terminate the interval timer shooting, press the Shutter button.
● When the Drive Mode is set to Self Timer, Self Timer will only operate
for the first exposure.
• When the Drive Mode is set to Continuous, four frames will be taken
in JEPG or three frames will be taken in RAW continuously at each
interval shooting.
• When Auto Bracketing is set, three frames will be taken continuously
at each interval timer.
WARNING !!
• Once you set the Interval Timer , the camera will continously hold
that Interval Timer. To dismiss the Interval Timer, select [Off] in
Open Display.
• Depending on the settings, it takes time process the image. It
may make the actual interval time longer than the selected time.
72
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
MY SETTINGS
It is possible to customize the Capture Settings. (Up to three
patterns can be stored.)
The following [
Capture Settings] (P.26) are available.
Image Size
Image Quality
AE Metering Mode
Color Mode
Flash Mode
Drive Mode
Auto rotate
Color Space
Image with Sound
Auto Bracketing Order
Half Pressed AEL
AEL Button Settings
Picture Settings
Key arrangement
SAVE MY SETTINGS
1
Set the above [
Capture Settings] (P.26) to your desired combination.
2
In [
Capture Settings] (P.26) → [Save My Settings], select from
or by using the button. After selecting, press the
A
,
B
C
button to save the settings.
WARNING !!
• When the new setting is saved, the previous stored setting will be
overwritten.
LOAD MY SETTINGS
In [
Capture Settings] (P.26) → [Load My Settings], select from
or by using the button and press the button.
A
,
B
C
● It is possible to display the details of the
setting by selecting the desired pattern.
73
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
EXP. KEY ARRANGEMENT
The
button and the
button are used for changing the
aperture value, shutter speed and exposure compensation. It is
possible to change the function of them for each Exposure Mode.
It is possible to set from [
Capture Settings] (P.26) → [
Key
arrangement].
Select the desired Exposure Mode by pressing the
change the function by using the
the button.
● To reset to the default setting, select [Reset] by pressing the
button and
button. To apply the setting, press
button and then press the
button.
Explanation of the display of [
Key arrangement]
Exposure Mode
Reset to the
default setting
Shutter Speed
Setting
Aperture Value
Setting
Exposure
Compensation
Program Shift
74
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
REVIEWING AND
DELETING IMAGES
This section explains how to review and delete images after
they have been captured.
TIP
• The DP2 may not be able to display images captured by other cameras,
or “DP2” images that have been renamed or moved from the DCIM
folder on the card.
QUICK PREVIEW
The DP2 camera can be set to automatically display a preview
of each image immediately after it is taken. This is useful for
instantly checking exposure and framing.
CHANGING THE QUICK PREVIEW DURATION
The Quick Preview image can be completely disabled, if you select
‘Off’, or displayed for 2, 5, or 10 seconds.
The Quick Preview Duration can be set from [
Capture Settings]
(P.26) → [Quick Preview].
QUICK PREVIEW OPTIONS
Off
No preview image is displayed.
2 sec.*
5 sec.
10 sec.
Preview image is displayed for 2 seconds.
Preview image is displayed for 5 seconds.
Preview image is displayed for 10 seconds.
75
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
TIP
• To manually turn off the Quick Preview image, press the shutter button
half-way.
• It will not be possible to zoom in to the preview image, or change to
another image while the Quick Preview is up.
REVIEWING IMAGES
The pictures captured by the DP2 can be reviewed in various
ways.
To review images captured by the DP2 camera press the
button on the back of the camera. The last image recorded on the
card will be displayed on the color LCD monitor.
Press the
LCD monitor.
button to display an image on the color
button again to change to shooting
Press the
mode.
TIP
• Even if the camera is switched off, images can be reviewed by pressing
and holding the button for 2 seconds.
• If no new images have been captured, the last reviewed image will be
displayed.
• If there are no images on the card, an error message “No images on
Memory card” will be displayed.
• When reviewing images, if the
button is pressed or the shutter
button is pressed “half-way”, the DP2 will be changed back to shooting
mode.
76
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
VIEWING ONE IMAGE AT A TIME
Press the
button on the back of the camera to see the recorded
images in Single-Image View.
WHILE IN SINGLE-IMAGE VIEW:
zPress the
button to see the next image.
button to see the previous image.
zPress the
Battery Level Indicator
Image Size
Folder numbering ⁄ File numbering
Image Quality
file number/total files recorded
Date
Time
TIP
• To scroll through images more quickly, press and hold a button on
the 4-way controller. Images will advance automatically until the
button is released.
• The first and last recorded images on the card are linked. Pressing
the
button while the first image is displayed brings up the last
recorded image on the card. Pressing the
button while the last
image is displayed brings up the first recorded image on the card.
77
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
(ZOOMED-IN VIEW)
MAGNIFYING IMAGES
Reviewed images can be magnified, making it possible to check
image details and focusing.
While reviewing images, press the
button.
The magnification ratio will be changed as follows.
Original→X1.25→X1.6→X2.0→X2.5→X3.15→X4.0→X5.0→X6.3→
X8.0→X10.0
WHILE IN ZOOMED-IN VIEW:
zPress the
zPress the
zPress the
zPress the
button to increase magnification.
button to decrease magnification.
button or the
button to pan around the image.
button to return to the original ratio.
TIP
• While in Zoomed-In View, the 4-way controller cannot be used to
change images. Press the button or return to the original
ration (Single-Image View) by pressing the
the 4-way controller to change images.
button, then use
78
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
(CONTACT SHEET VIEW)
VIEWING NINE IMAGES AT A TIME
Images can be viewed in a "contact sheet" of nine thumbnail
images.
While reviewing images, press the
button.
WHILE IN CONTACT SHEET VIEW:
zPress the
zPress the
zPress the
buttons to change the image selection.
button to return to Single-Image View.
button to go to Jump Mode.
79
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
(JUMP MODE)
VIEWING IMAGES A PAGE AT A TIME
Use Jump Mode to browse large sets of images more quickly, or to
skip right to the first or last page of images on the card.
Press the
button twice from Single-Image
View (or once from Contact Sheet View).
WHILE IN JUMP MODE:
•Press the
•Press the
•Press the
•Press the
•Press the
to jump to the next page of images.
button
button to jump to the previous page of images.
button to jump to the last page of images.
button to jump to the first page of images.
button to return to Contact Sheet.
TIP
• The first and last pages of images are linked. Pressing the
button while the first page of 9 images is displayed brings up the
last page of images. Pressing the
button while the last page of
images is displayed brings up the first page of images.
80
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
VIEWING IMAGES WITH SOUND
Play sounds that have been recorded with Images (P.68) or play
the voice memo function (P.97).
1
When the image with sound is selected
during image review, the
Icon and the
Control Icons are displayed on the color
LCD monitor.
2
Press the
sound.
button to play the recorded
button to stop the sound.
Press the
WARNING !!
• It is not possible to play the recorded sound when the camera is in
Zoomed-In View, Contact Sheet View or Jump Mode.
TIP
• The playback volume is set by Set Up menu, however , it is
possible to adjust the volume directly. During playback, press the
button to turn the speaker down or the
speaker up.
button to turn the
• The sound recording (.WAV file) that is attached to the still image
will be stored in the same folder and have the same file name as
the image file. For example, the image file name will be
SDIM0010.JPG and sound file name will be SDIM0010.WAV.
When reviewing the files with your PC it is not possible to open still
image and sound image at same time. Please open “WAV” file with
dedicated software.
81
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
VIEWING IMAGE INFORMATION
The Image Info Screen contains additional information about each
image.
Press the
button several times from the Single-Image or
Zoomed-In View.
1 Battery Level Indicator
15 Exposure Compensation Value*
Flash Exposure Compensation
Value* / (Auto Bracket *)
2 Image Size
16
3 Image Quality
4 Folder numbering
5 File numbering
6 Lock *
17 Metering Mode
18 Contrast *
19 Sharpness *
20 Saturation *
21 Color Mode*
22 Flash Mode *
23 Focus Mode
24 File Number / total files recorded
25 DATE
7 Mark *
8 Histogram
9 ISO Sensitivity
10 White Balance
11 Image With Sound *
12 Exposure Mode
13 Shutter Speed
14 F Number
26 TIME
27 Focusing Frame
*If these features are set, the icon will be displayed.
82
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
WHILE IN IMAGE INFO SCREEN:
z Press the
button again to return to the original Single-Image View.
z Different images can be selected in Single-Image View by pressing
.
WARNING !!
• It is not possible to select different iamges while in Zoomed-In View.
Press the button or the button to return to the original ratio,
then it is possible to select different images.
IMAGE INFO SCREEN FOR MAGNIFIED IMAGES
It is possible to obtain detailed histogram information for a
particular section of an image by opening the Image Info Screen
from Zoomed-In View.
• For more information on the histogram see next section.
TO DISPLAY MAGNIFIED IMAGE INFO SCREEN
1
Magnify the image to the desired level and pan to the area of interest.
(See P.78)
2
Press the
button twice.
The magnified segment of the image will be shown in the thumbnail
and the values displayed in the histogram will correspond to that
segment only.
WHILE IN IMAGE INFO SCREEN FOR A MAGNIFIED IMAGE:
•Press the
will update automatically to reflect the new values.)
•Press the button to decrease magnification or the
increase magnification.
button to pan to another part of the image. (Histogram
button to
•Press the
•Press the
•Press the
button to return to the original Image Info Screen.
button to return to Single-Image View.
button a second time to view the image without any
further information displayed.
83
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
HISTOGRAM
The histogram is a graph depicting the distribution of brightness values
in the image for each of the three color channels (Red, Green, and
Blue) (The histogram displayed in the Shooting Mode is the distribution
of tones in the image). The horizontal axis shows the brightness level,
with darker pixels towards the left side and brighter pixels toward the
right. The vertical axis shows the proportion of pixels at each level of
brightness.
By examining the histogram of the full image, you can gauge the overall
exposure of that image. You can also use the histogram to determine if
zoomed-in sections of an image are over or under exposed.
This histogram shows that the higher pixel
values are never used in the image,
indicating that the image is underexposed,
and therefore will appear dark. In general,
when the histogram is higher on the left side,
the image is mostly composed of dark
pixels, causing it to appear dark—either
because the image is underexposed or
because it is a dark scene such as night
shot or sunset.
This histogram shows a fairly even
distribution of pixel values, indicating that
the image is well exposed, with good
contrast.
However,
the
histogram
distribution of a well exposed image will
vary greatly depending on the subject.
This histogram shows that many of the pixel
values are at their brightness limit,
indicating that some areas of the image
may be blown out. In general, when the
histogram runs off the right side, the image
will have many white pixels—either because
the image is overexposed or because it is a
bright scene such as the beach or snow.
84
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
VIEWING IMAGES ON A TV
The DP2 camera can be connected to a television or a video
device using the provided AV cable, allowing the recorded images
to be viewed on the television monitor or recorded on video
recording media.
TO CONNECT THE CAMERA TO A
VIDEO DEVICE
1
Open the connector cover.
2
Connect the AV cable to the
＜
USB / AV
＞
terminal on the camera body.
3
Connect the yellow AV cable plug into the
video input terminal and the white plug
into the audio terminal of the TV
4
Turn on the camera and video device.
WARNING !!
• Please do not use any video cable other than the one provided with
your Sigma DP2 camera. Using other brands may cause damage.
TIP
• It is recommended that the camera be powered with the AC
adapter (optional) during television playback to avoid draining the
battery.
• The default mode for the video signal is NTSC. When connecting
the camera to a PAL device, the Video Mode setting in the Camera
Set-up menu must be changed. (See P.112)
85
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
DELETING FILES
This section describes how to delete the files recorded on a
card.
Files recorded on the card can be deleted one at a time or several
at once using the Delete Menu.
WARNING !!
• This chapter refers to still images, sound and movie files.
• Files cannot be deleted in Jump Mode.
TO DISPLAY THE DELETE MENU
Press the
button while the file you want to
erase is displayed.
z
If you wish to cancel deleting press the
button once again or
select [Cancel] by pressing the
button and then press .
DELETE MENU
Current File
Delete the currently selected image only.
Delete all marked images on the card.
(See P.92 - 94 for information on marking images.)
All marked
Delete all images on the card.
All
(Locked images are not deleted)
(See P.89 - 91 for information on locking images.)
Cancel
Cancel the operation.
86
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
DELETING A SINGLE FILE
TO DELETE A SINGLE FILE
1
Use the
button to select the file to be deleted in Contact Sheet or
Single-Image View.
2
Press
to display the Delete Menu.
• [Current File] will be the default selection.
3
Press the
button to delete the file.
WARNING !!
• If the file is not locked, it will delete the file without asking for
confirmation.
• If the file is locked, the message “This file is locked. Delete
anyway?” will be displayed. If you really wish to delete the file,
press the
button then select [Yes] and press the
button. If
button.
you do not want to delete the file, select [No] and press
87
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
DELETING MULTIPLE FILES
TO DELETE MULTIPLE FILES
1
Pressing the
button will open the delete menu
2
Select [All Marked] or [All] by using the
button.
• Locked images will not delete. To delete these images, please unlock
them before deleting (See P.89 - 91 for information).
3
Press the
button to display the confirmation dialog.
4
To delete all files, select [Yes] by using the
button and press the
button.
If you do not wish to delete the images, select [No] and press
the
button.
WARNING !!
• When [All marked] or [All] is done, it may take time to finish them
depending on the number of files in the card.
• Locked and Marked images will not be deleted when [All Marked]
is selected. Locked images must be unlocked first. Marked images
are not protected frrom deletion unless they are also locked.
88
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
OTHER REVIEWING
FEATURES
This section explains how to use Slideshow, Lock, Mark,
Rotate and so on.
LOCKING FILES
Locking protects files from being accidentally deleted.
LOCK MENU
Lock
Lock the currently selected file.
Unlock the currently selected file.
Unlock
Lock all marked files on the card.
(See P.92 -94 for information on marking images.)
Lock all
Unlock all marked files on the card.
(See P.92 -94 for information on marking images.)
Unlock all
Lock all
Lock all files on the card.
Unlock all
Unlock all locked files on the card.
WARNING !!
• It is not possible to lock a file when the camera is in Jump Mode.
CAUTION !!
• Locking does not prevent files from being erased when the card is
formatted. Review card contents carefully before formatting.
TIP
• Locked files have a “read-only” status when viewed on a computer.
89
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
TO LOCK A SINGLE FILE
1
Use the
button to select the file to be locked in Contact Sheet or
Single-Image View.
2
Open [
Playback Menu](P.26) by pressing the
button and
select [Lock].
3
In Open Display, select [Lock] by pressing the
button and press
the
button.
4
Close [
Playback Menu] by pressing the
button.
• A
icon will appear in the
upper-right corner of the file indicating
the file is locked.
UNLOCKING A SINGLE FILE
To unlock a locked file, select the locked file, then select [Unlock] in
step
3
and press the
button.
90
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
TO LOCK MULTIPLE FILES
1
Open [
Playback Menu](P.26) by pressing the
button and
select [Lock].
2
In Open Display, select [ Lock all] or [Lock all] by pressing the
button and press the
button.
3
When the confirmation message is displayed, select [Yes] by pressing
the
button and press the
Playback Menu] by pressing the
icon will appear in the upper-right corner of the file indicating
button to apply the setting.
4
Close [
button.
• A
that all files are locked.
To dismiss Lock, select [No] and press the
button.
UNLOCKING MULTIPLE FILES
1
Select [
Unlock all ] or [ Unlock all ] and press the
button in
step
2.
2
When the confirmation message is displayed, select [Yes] by pressing
the button and press the button to apply the setting.
To dismiss Unlock, select [No] and press the
button.
WARNING !!
• When [ Lock all] or [ Unlock all] is done, it may take time to
complete this depending on the number of files in the card.
91
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
MARKING IMAGES
Images can be marked for various reasons, such as to identify
favorites, to select images for a Slideshow, or to select images to
be deleted with the “All marked” menu item in the Delete Menu
(P.88).
MARK MENU
Mark
Mark the currently selected image.
If the currently selected image is already marked,
the image will be unmarked.
Unmark
Mark all images on the card. (If all images on the
card are already marked, this option will not be
available.)
Mark all
Unmark all
Unmark all marked images on the card.
WARNING !!
• It is not possible to mark a sound memo and movie.
• It is not possible to mark a file when the camera is in Jump Mode.
TIP
• Images marked on the camera will retain their marked status when
viewed in SIGMA Photo Pro.
92
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
TO MARK A SINGLE IMAGE
1
Use the
button to select the image to be marked in Contact Sheet
or Single-Image View.
2
Open [
Playback Menu](P.26) by pressing the
button and
select [Mark].
3
In Open Display, select [Mark] by pressing the
button and press
the
button.
4
Close [
Playback Menu] by pressing the
button.
• A
icon will appear in the
upper-right corner of the image
indicating that the image is marked.
UNMARKING A SINGLE FILE
To unmark a marked image, select the marked image then select
[Unmark] in step
3
and press the
button.
93
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
MARKING ALL IMAGES
1
Open [
Playback Menu](P.26) by pressing the
button and
select [Mark].
2
In Open Display, select [Mark all] by pressing the
button and press
the
button.
3
When the confirmation message is displayed, select [Yes] by pressing
the
button and press the
Playback Menu] by pressing the
icon will appear in the upper-right corner of the image indicating
button to apply the setting.
4
Close [
button.
• A
that all images are marked.
To dismiss Mark, select [No] and press the
button.
UNMARKING MULTIPLE IMAGES
1
Select [ Unmark all ] in step
2
and press the
button.
2
When the confirmation message is displayed, select [Yes] by pressing
the button and press the button to apply the setting.
To dismiss Unmark, select [No] and press the
button.
WARNING !!
• When [Mark all] or [Unmark all] is done, it may take much time to
finish them depending on the number of files in the card.
94
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
ROTATING IMAGES
It is possible to rotate the displayed image. The images’ new
orientation will be used in all views as well as in the Slideshow.
TIP
• Images rotated on the camera will be displayed in their rotated
orientation in SIGMA Photo Pro.
• Movie cannot be rotated.
ROTATE MENU
Rotate the currently selected image 90 degrees to
the left (counterclockwise).
Rotate
Rotate the currently selected image 90 degrees to
the right (clockwise).
Rotate
1
Use the
button to select the image to be rotated in Contact Sheet
or Single-Image View.
2
Open [
Playback Menu](P.26) by pressing the
button and
select [Rotate].
3
In Open Display, select the desired direction of rotation by pressing the
button.
4
Close [
Playback Menu] by pressing the
button.
TIP
• To rotate an image 180 degrees, rotate it twice in the same
direction.
• To get an image back into its original orientation, rotate it in the
opposite direction.
• If the Rotate Menu was opened from Jump Mode, both “Rotate”
menu items will be unavailable.
95
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
EXPOSURE WARNING
It is possible to indicate the over-exposed areas by highlighting
them in red.
Set to [On] from [
Playback Menu] (P.26) → [Exposure Warning].
●The Exposure Warning is not indicated in the Quick Preview.
To dismiss the Exposure Warning, set to [Off] from [
Playback
Menu] (P.26) → [Exposure Warning].
OK BUTTON SHORTCUT
It is possible to allocate a function from the Playback Menu to the
button. The allocated function can be changed by pressing the
button.
The OK Button Shortcut can be set in [
Playback Menu] (P.26) →
[OK Shortcut].
Available functions to allocate to the
button.
Lock the currently selected image by pressing the
button. If the current image is already locked, the
image will be unlocked.
Lock/Unlock
Mark the currently selected image by pressing the
button. If the current image is already marked,
the image will be unmarked.
Mark/Unmark
Exp. Warning
Rotate
Each time the
button is pressed, toggle the
exposure warning on or off.
Each time the
button is pressed, rotate the
currently selected image 90 degrees to the left
(counterclockwise).
Each time the
button is pressed, rotate the
currently selected image 90 degrees to the right
(clockwise).
Rotate
To dismiss the allocated function, set to [None] from [
Menu] (P.26) → [OK Shortcut].
Playback
96
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
RECORDING SOUND MEMO
It is possible to record a sound memo for 10 seconds or 30
seconds to a stored image, making it convenient to record the
shooting situation by voice.
1
Open [
Playback Menu](P.26) by pressing the
button and
select [Sound Memo].
2
In Open Display, select the desired number of seconds by pressing the
button and press the button.
3
Close [
Playback Menu] by pressing the
button.
• The
icon, selected seconds and
Control Icons are displayed on the
color LCD monitor.
4
Press the
button to start the
recording. (The recording can be for up
to the selected seconds.)
If the
button is pressed during the
recording, the recording will be
terminated.
To play the recording sound memo,
press the
button. (See P.81 for
instruction of Viewing Images With
Sound.)
97
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
WARNING !!
• The sound memo function will not be disabled if it is not cancelled.
Pressing the
button will activate it each time and a new sound
file will overwrite the existing file. To prevent this, please press
[ Cancel ] after completeing the “recording sound memo” function.
TIP
• The recorded data will be stored as a WAV file. It will be stored in
the same folder with as a separate file but same file number as
image file. For instane file name will be SDIM0010.JPG and sound
file name will be SDIM0010.WAV.
98
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
SHOWING A SLIDESHOW
All images on the card, or only selected images, can be shown in
automatic playback mode using the DP2 camera’s Slideshow
feature.
SLIDESHOW MENU
Start an automated slideshow of all images
on the card.
Show all
Start an automated slideshow of all locked
images on the card.
Show locked
Start an automated slideshow of all marked
images on the card.
Show marked
WARNING !!
• When viewing a slideshow, only first frame of a movie file will be
displayed. Audio files will not be played.
TO START A SLIDESHOW
1
Open [
Playback Menu](P.26) by pressing the
button and
select [Slideshow].
2
In Open Display, select [Show all], [Show locked] or [Show
marked] by pressing the button. A Slideshow can be started by
pressing the button.
To terminate the slideshow, press the
button to close the Slideshow menu.
button. Then press the
WARNING !!
• When 「Show marked」 is selected, it may take time to start the
Slideshow depending on the number of files to be displayed.
99
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
NOTE
• When the slideshow is stopped, the last image will continue to be
displayed.
CHAGING SLIDESHOW SETTINGS
In Open Display of [Slideshow], select the [Slideshow Settings] by
pressing the
button, then press the
button to jump to the
Slideshow Setting menu.
SLIDESHOW SETTING MENU
2 sec.*
Set the length of time that each image in
a slideshow is displayed.
Duration
5 sec.
10 sec.
No*
Yes
Set whether the slideshow loops
continuously or stops on the last image.
Repeat
Duration
Select [Duration] using the
button, then select the desired
number of seconds by pressing the
button.
Repeat
Select [Repeat] using the
button, then select [No] or [Yes] by
pressing the button.
100
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
RECORDING AND
PLAYING BACK MOVIES
RECORDING MOVIES
It is possible to record movies with sound.
● The image size is QVGA (320X240) (Image area is 320X212, black
stripes are recorded up and down).
● The number of shooting frames per second (frame rate) is 30 frames.
● The movie will be stored as an AVI file. (For instance, file number 0023 will
be SDIM0023.AVI.)
Available recording time counter
Elapsed time counter
1
Set the Mode Dial to the
position.
2
Press the shutter button to start recording the movie. (During recording,
the icon and the busy lamp will blink.)
3
To terminate recording, press the shutter button again.
• When the focus mode is set to AF, the focus will be locked by
pressing the shutter button “half-way”. During movie recoding, the
focus will remain locked.
101
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
• When the focus mode is set to MF, the focus will be locked to the
position set by the MF Dial when pressing the shutter button. During
movie recoding, the focus will remain locked, even if the MF Dial is
rotated.
• It is possible to change the white balance setting (P.53 - 55).
The recording capacity of cards is as shown below.
512MB
1GB
2GB
4GB
15 min
30 min
60 min
120 min
WARNING !!
• The camera’s operation sound might be recorded while shooting the
movie.
• The available recording time is dependent on the size of the SD card
used. It is also possible that recording might be terminated during
shooting due to the capacity of the card in use.
• The maximum recording data size for one movie shoot is 2GB. The
recording will be terminated automatically when the recording data size
exceeds 2GB.
• The recording will be terminated when the battery power is insufficient.
• The remaining time display might not change constantly because it is
calculated from the capacity of the card while shooting.
• The remaining time display can show a maximum of 99 min. 59 sec. If a
large capacity card is used, the remaining time counter will not change
from 99:59 until the recording time is 99min: 59 sec. or less.
• Custom white balance cannot be captured in Movie Mode. If you wish
to use custom white balance, please capture it in still image mode and
then change the camera back to Movie Mode.
PLAYING BACK MOVIES
How to playback movies.
1
When movie playback is selected, the first one frame of the movie is
displayed as a still picture. The control icons are displayed on the
bottom right of the movie playback screen.
102
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
2
Press the
button to playback the movie.
Movie playback screen
Elapsed playback time counter
Recorded time
Control Icons
Movie play back screen･･･
Press the
button to terminate playback.
button to pause playback.
Press the
Keep pressing the
Keep pressing the
button to fast-forward.
button to fast-rewind.
When “pause” is selected･･･
Press the
Press the
button to terminate playback.
button to restart playback.
Keep pressing the
Keep pressing the
button to play in slow motion.
button to rewind in slow motion.
TIP
• Although sound volume can be set from the [ Camera Settings]
(P.26) → [Sound Settings] → [Sound Volume], it is also
possible to adjust the volume during playback. Pressing the
button will decrease the volume, and pressing the
increase the volume.
button will
• After transferring the files to your PC, please play AVI files with
dedicated software.
103
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
RECORDING AND
PLAYING BACK SOUND
RECORDING SOUND (VOICE RECORD MODE)
It is possible to use the DP2 as a sound recorder.
zA sound file will be stored as a WAV file. (For instance, file number
0023 will be SDIM0023.WAV.)
Available recording time counter
Elapsed recording time counter
Sound recording screen
1
Set the Mode Dial to the
position. (The sound recording screen will
be displayed）
2
Press the shutter button to record sound. (During recording, the busy
lamp will blink.)
3
Press the shutter button again to terminate the recording.
WARNING !!
• The available recording time is dependent on the capacity of the
card.
• The available recording time display may not change constantly
because it is calculated from the capacity of the card while
recording.
104
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
The recording capacity of cards is as shown below.
512MB
1GB
2GB
4GB
178 min
356 min
712 min
1424 min
PLAYING BACK SOUND
How to playback sound recorded in the sound recording mode.
1
When playback of sound is selected, the sound recording screen will
be displayed. (The operation icons will be displayed on the bottom right
of the display.)
2
Press the
button to playback the sound recording.
Sound playback screen
Elapsed playback time counter
Recorded time
Operation guide icons
When playing the sound ･･･
Pressing the
button will stop playback.
button will pause playback.
button will fast-forward.
button will fast rewind.
Pressing the
Pressing the
Pressing the
TIP
• Although sound volume can be set from the [ Camera Settings]
(P.26) → [Sound Settings] → [Sound Volume], it is also possible to
adjust the volume during playback. Pressing the
button will
decrease the volume, and pressing the
volume.
button will increase the
• After transferring the files to your PC, please play WAV files with
dedicated software.
105
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
PRINTING IMAGES
This section explains how to print images (JPEG data) captured by a
DP2, without the need of a PC. It is not possible to print RAW data
(X3F file) directly with the PictBridge Standards. To print RAW format
images, it is necessary to change the RAW file (X3F) to JPEG by
using image processing software such as “SIGMA Photo Pro” on
your PC. See the SIGMA Photo Pro instruction manual for more
information.
PRINTING IMAGES WITH PICTBRIDGE
COMPATIBLE PRINTERS
It is possible to print your pictures without a PC by connecting the
DP2 to a PictBridge compatible printer using the supplied USB
cable.
1
Set the Mode Dial to the SET UP position and set [ Camera
Settings] (P.26) →[USB Mode] → [PictBridge].
2
Turn the printer on and confirm that it is ready for printing. Connect
your camera to the printer with the supplied USB cable.
3
After connecting, the “Select Images & Quantity” menu (table A. below)
will appear. Press the
buttons and select the desired option. Stored
images in the card will be displayed after pressing the
button.
106
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
A. Select Images & Quantity menu
This option allows you to select individual
images and the number of copies for printing.
Select the image that you wish to print by
Select / Quantity
Select All Images
pressing the
button. Then select the
quantity of prints by pressing the
button.
This will print all printable still images
recorded on the card. Press the
select the number of copies.
button to
This will reset the number of copies that has
been previously selected. Select [OK] by
using the
and number of copies for printing are reset by
pressing the button. The menu then
button. The selection of images
Cancel All Selections
returns to Select Image & Quantity menu.
Apply DPOF Settings
(If DPOF setting is not
applied, it is not possible
to select it.)
It is possible to select the printing quantity of
[DPOF] from [
Playback Menu]. (P.109)
WARNING !!
• If no card is inserted into the camera, [No Memory Card] message
will be displayed.
• If the card contains still images which cannot be printed, [No
images on Memory card] will be displayed.
• If [Printer error! Please check the printer.] message is displayed,
please check your printer and ensure that it is correctly setup and
connected.
• It is not possible to print RAW images (files with the X3F
extension).
• Some printers do not include a DPOF setting, therefore it is not
possible to select [Apply DPOF Settings] with such printers.
107
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
4
After selecting the images and quantity, press the
display Printing Setting menu (table B. below). Select the desired
menu by using the button and set the details in each Open Display.
button to
B. Printing Setting menu
[Apply Printer Settings] or Card / 3.5 x 5 in. / 5 x 7 in.
/ Hagaki / 4 x 6 in. / A4 can be selected.
Print Size
Date Print
Layout
[Apply Printer Settings] or Without Date / With Date
can be selected.
[Apply Printer Settings] or Without Margin / With
Margin / 2 up / 4 up / Index Print can be selected.
5
After setting each option, press the
button to return to reviewing
images. Then press the
button to start the printing.
● It will return to the Select Images & Quantity menu when the printing
ends.
WARNING !!
• Printing cannot proceed correctly if the printer doesn't correspond
to the above-mentioned printing settings, and the specified size
format is not set.
• Please do not remove the USB cable until printing is complete.
• If you wish to cancel printing please do so from the printer.
108
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
DPOF (DIGITAL PRINT ORDER FORMAT)
When printing images at a photo lab, it is possible to specify which
photos and quantity to print in advance, using the DPOF menu.
This is also available when making prints using a DPOF
compatible printer.
WARNING !!
• In the case of RAW images (files with X3F extension), DPOF printing is
not possible.
1
When the still image is reviewed, open [
Playback Menu] (P.26) by
pressing the
button and select [DPOF].
2
In Open Display, select the desired options by using the
button
and press the
button.
DPOF MENU
Set the print quantity by pressing the
buttons.
To set number of copies from multiple images,
select the image that you wish to print by
pressing the
quantity for each image by pressing the
buttons. Press the
setting.
buttons and then set the print
Select / Quantity
Select All Images
button to apply the
This option selects all still images on the card for
printing. Set print quantity by pressing the
buttons and press the
setting.
button to apply the
Reset all print quantity settings. Press the
Cancel All
Selections
buttons to select [OK] and press the
button
to cancel all print quantity settings.
TIP
• Total number of print quantity (the total sum of print quantity for
each image) is displayed at the lower right of the monitor.
109
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
REFERENCE
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
ELECTRONIC FLASH EF-140 DG SA-STTL
This compact design flashgun has a maximum Guide Number of 14
(ISO100 / m). Please see P.69 for more information.
VIEW FINDER VF-21
This high performance Albada inversed Galilean type Finder mounts on the
hot shoe. It offers a framing guide for deciding the composition without the
color LCD monitor and accurate framing unaffected by external light
condition.
HOOD ADAPTER HA-21
This lens hood blocks out extraneous light and reduces flare and ghosting.
A hood adapter for attachment to the camera body is included. It is
designed to accept a 46mm lens filter.
AC ADAPTER SAC-3
This is used to provide a constant electricity supply and is recommended
when taking indoor shots or connecting the camera to your computer to
transfer data. (P.23)
MAINTENANCE
● Do not use chemicals or other cleaning agents such as thinners or
benzene for cleaning the camera and lens. Use a clean, soft cloth
and blower to clean the camera and lens. Lens cleaners can be used
for removing fingerprints.
● Do not lubricate the camera.
● Use a blower to remove dust and dirt from the color LCD monitor. To
remove fingerprints or other stains from the LCD monitor, wipe the
surface gently with a soft, clean cloth. Do not apply excessive force,
as this could damage the LCD monitor.
110
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
EXPLANATION OF TERMS
AE
Auto Exposure; by using a built-in exposure meter, the camera determines the
correct exposure value, which is a combination of shutter speed and aperture value.
AE Lock
The camera will fix and memorize the exposure value with AE lock. For example, if a
photographic subject is placed in the center and exposure value of the composition
is fixed, the brightness of the background will not influence the exposure, even if the
composition changes and the subject is moved from the center of a screen. (AE lock
button must be used).
AF
Auto Focus; by using a built-in sensor, camera adjusts the focusing automatically.
AF Lock
In AF shooting mode, you can lock the focus on the main subject. For instance,
compose the desired subject in the center of the viewfinder. With the focus fixed at
the same setting, you can re-compose the picture with the subject off-center and
take pictures. (Please press the shutter button “Half-way” to use this feature with the
Sigma DP2).
Aperture
The lens opening of the iris diaphragm inside the lens. The amount of light, which
strikes the image sensor, is adjusted by the iris diaphragm. The f-number (Focal
Length/Diameter of the Aperture Opening) describes the size of this opening, the
size of the hole can be made larger or smaller. A large aperture (low f-number) gives
bright results and a small aperture (high f-number) gives darker results.
Auto Power-Off
To save battery power, the DP2 camera will automatically turn itself off if it is not
used for a period of time.
CMOS
Complementary Metal Oxide Semiconductor (CMOS) can perform signal amplication
on a per-pixel basis. Significant current flows only during the switching operation.
Therefore a CMOS image sensor can scan data rapidly, sustain high-speed
operation and consume less energy. Recent technological and production
improvements in digital imaging systems are making CMOS more and more
competitive in terms of image quality and cost.
Color Temperature
The numerical expression of the tone of the light, produced by a light source. The
standard unit for color temperature is degrees Kelvin (K). The sunny daylight used
as a standard near 5600 K. Low color temperature implies warmer more yellow/red
light while high color temperature implies a colder more blue light. The typical color
temperature of Tungsten light is 3200 K grade, a personal computer is 9300 K.
Exposure.
The amount of light reaching the image sensor’s surface. The exposure is controlled
by the combination of aperture and shutter speed.
111
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
EV
Exposure Value (EV) is a numerical value that expresses the amount of light for a
given exposure, and depends on brightness of the photographic subject and
sensitivity of the film. If a photographic subject is bright, then this numerical value will
be large, and if the subject is dark then this numerical value will be small. If two-times
of light reaches the film surface then the difference in exposure value will be +1, and
if the amount of light is reduced by half, the exposure value changes by -1.
Histogram
The histogram function is a graphic representation of how bright and dark pixels are
distributed in an image. The histogram function enables a precise check on the
exposure of the photo.
ISO Sensitivity
ISO（International Organization for Standardization）; refers to the number assigned
to each silver halide film, which indicates film speed or the film's relative sensitivity
to light, the higher the number, the greater photosensitivity and vice versa. Digital
cameras also use standard ISO sensitivity ratings like silver halide films.
JPEG
Joint Photographic Experts Group has established a standard method for
compressing and decompressing the digitized images. If the rate of compression is
high the file size will be small but picture quality will be decreased.
NTSC
National Television Standards Committee (NTSC) video format is primarily used in the
United States, Japan, Canada etc. The NTSC is a standard for television and videos,
which defines a composite video signal with a refresh rate of 60 half-frames (interlaced)
per second. Each frame contains 525 lines and can contain 16 million different colors.
PAL
Phase Alternating Line (PAL) video format, primarily used in Europe, excluding
France, as well as Australia and parts of the Far East. PAL delivers 625 lines at 50
half-frames per second.
RAW
The RAW image format is the data as it comes directly from the image sensor of the
camera. No in-camera processing is performed before transferring the image to
computer.
Shutter Speed
The camera’s shutter opens for a length of time to control the amount of light that
reaches the imaging element. The length of time that shutter blinds are open
allowing light to strike the image sensor is called a shutter speed.
White Balance
The human eye and brain adapt to changes in lighting conditions, not only to intensity,
but also to the color characteristic of the light source, so that colors of the objects
look normal or accurate. For example, a white object will appear white whether it is
viewed under sunlight, tungsten or fluorescent illumination. However, color film or
digital camera must be adjusted, so that colors will be represented accurately, under
different types of illumination. This adjustment is called white balance. The function to
adjust a white balance automatically is called automatic white balance.
112
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
FILE NUMBERING SYSTEM
Stored data is automatically assigned file numbers from 0001 to 9999.
When data is being reviewed, the file number of each image is
displayed in the right corner on the color LCD monitor (see P.77, 82).
The file number is also incorporated into the filename of the image.
The filename consists of “SDIM” followed by the 4-digit file number and
extension. For example: image number 0023 will be stored in the file
SDIM0023.X3F.
All DP2 image files will be stored to ###SIGMA folder of the DCIM
folder in the card.
● When [Adobe RGB] is selected from [
Shooting Menu] (P.26) →
[Color space], the filename will consist of “_SDI” instead of “SDIM”.
● File numbering can be continuous, or can be reset every time an
empty card is detected. The File Numbering can be set from
[ Camera Settings] (P.26) → [File Numbering].
FILE NUMBERING OPTIONS
Numbering is continuous. The first file number
assigned on an empty card will be one higher than
the last assigned number. (If the inserted card
Continuous * contains DP2 images with file numbers greater than
the last assigned number, file numbering will
continue with one higher than the highest file
number on the card.)
Each time an empty card is inserted, or all images
on the current card are deleted, the file number will
Auto Reset
reset to its default value of 0001. (If the inserted
card already contains DP2 images, the file number
will not be reset).
113
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
LCD SLEEP AND AUTO POWER OFF
The DP2 has [ LCD Sleep ] and [ Auto Power Off ] functions in
order to conserve battery power.
If not used for a predetermined amount of time, the color LCD
monitor or power will be turned off automatically.
LCD Sleep
If not used for a predetermined amount of time, the color LCD monitor
will be turned off automatically. During LCD Sleep, press the shutter
button “half-way” or any other button to turn the LCD monitor back on.
Auto Power Off
If not used for a predetermined amount of time, the camera will be
turned off automatically. To take or review pictures again, it is
necessary to turn the camera back on.
LCD Sleep Option
Off
Auto Power Off Option
Off
30 sec.
10 sec.
30 sec.
1 min.
2 min. *
5 min.
1 min. *
2 min.
5 min.
• The LCD Sleep and Auto Power Off can be set from [ Camera
Settings] (P.26) → [LCD Sleep] or [Auto Power Off].
TIP
• To disable LCD Sleep, set [ LCD Sleep ] to [ Off ].
• To disable Auto Power Off, set [ Auto Power Off ] to [ Off ].
WARNING !!
• [ Auto Power Off ] setting has priority over the [ LCD Sleep ]
setting. When you set [ LCD Sleep ] to [
５
min. ] and [ Auto Power
Off ] to [ 1 min. ], the camera will be turned off if not used for 1
minute.
114
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
TROUBLESHOOTING
If you have a problem with your camera or cannot take good
pictures, consult the list below as you check the camera before
requesting repairs.
Nothing is displayed on the color LCD monitor.
Battery is exhausted.
►Replace the battery. (P.19 - 22)
Battery is improperly installed.
►Insert the battery in the proper direction. (P.20)
LCD Monitor is set to OFF mode.
►Press the
button to display the color LCD monitor. (P.35)
Camera is in LCD Sleep mode.
►Press the shutter button “half-way” or any other button. (P.114)
The shutter does not release.
The camera is busy writing to the card.
►Please wait until the card busy light goes off.
Card is full.
►Insert a new card or delete unwanted images. (P.86 - 88)
Autofocus does not operate.
Focusing mode is set to MF.
►Change the focusing mode by pressing the Focus mode button. (P.48)
The camera has turned off automatically.
Auto Power Off is activated.
►The Auto Power Off function is set in order to conserve battery power. If
it is inconvenient, please set the Auto Power Off to “Off”. (P.114)
Cannot shoot or store images.
Card is full
►Insert a new card or delete unwanted images. (P.86 - 88)
Battery is exhausted.
►Replace the battery. (P.19 - 22)
The write protection switch is in the ‘LOCK’ position.
►Please unlock the write protection switch on the card. (P.10)
Image data on the card is corrupted.
►If important data remains in the card after transferring it to your PC,
please format the card. (P.39)
115
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
Difficulty seeing the images on the color LCD monitor.
Dust or dirt has adhered to the color LCD monitor.
►Clean the color LCD monitor with a blower or eyeglass cloth. (P.110)
The color LCD monitor is worn out.
►Please consult the retailer from which you purchased the camera or
contact the nearest Sigma Service Center.
Pictures are coming out blurred
AF may not be activated when the shutter was pressed.
►Press the shutter button “half-way” and press it after the focusing point
is illuminated in green. (P.48)
Focusing mode is set to MF.
►
Change the focusing mode by pressing the Focus mode button. (P.48 - 50)
Camera shake is occurred.
►Use the flashguns or tripod. (P.46, 47, 69)
Cannot delete images.
Images may be locked.
►Unlock the images. (P.89 - 91)
Incorrect date and time is shown.
Date and time setting may be incorrect.
►Enter the correct date and time in the Set-up Menu. (P.25)
No image appears on the TV monitor.
The AV cable is not connected properly.
►Reconnect the AV cable.
The video terminal (yellow) and the audio terminal (white) are not
connected properly.
►Reconnect the video terminal (yellow) and audio terminal (white) to the
correct position. (P.85)
Cannot play-back sound
Sound volume is set 0.
►Turn the sound volume up by pressing the
button in playing-back
movie and sound. (P81, 103, 105)
►The Sound Volume can be set from [ Camera Settings] (P.26) →
[Sound Settings] → [Sound Volume]. (P.32)
116
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
SPECIFICATIONS
Image Sensor
Image Sensor Size
Number of Pixels
Aspect Ratio
FOVEON X3® Direct Image Sensor (CMOS)
20.7×13.8mm
Total Pixels 14.06MP (2652×1768×3 layers)
3 : 2
Lens
24.2mm (35mm equivalent focal length：41mm)）
F2.8 ~ F14
6 Groups, 7 Elements
Lens F number
Lens Construction
Shooting Range
Storage Media
Recording Format
28 cm ~ ∞, 100 cm ~ ∞ (LIMIT mode)
SD Card / Compatible with SDHC, Multi Media Card
Exif 2.21, DCF 2.0, DPOF
X3F (Lossless compression RAW data)(12-bit)
JPEG (Fine, Normal, Basic)
Still image
File Format
Movie
Voice
AVI
WAV
High : 2640×1760
Wide : 2640×1485
Medium : 1872×1248
Low : 1312×880
Still image
Image size
(Number of Pixels)
Movie
QVGA : 320×240 (Image area 320×212)
8 types (Auto, Daylight, Shade, Overcast, Incandescent,
Fluorescent, Flash, Custom)
AUTO (ISO100~ISO200) (with flashgun ISO100~ISO400)
ISO50, 100, 200, 400, 800, (1600, 3200)
* ISO1600～3200 in RAW mode only
White Balance
ISO Sensitivity
Auto Focus
AF Point
Contrast Detection Type
9-Points (Manual Selection)
Shutter release halfway-down position
(AF lock can be done by AE lock button from menu setting)
Focus Lock
Manual Focus
Dial Type
Evaluative metering, Center-Weighted Average Metering
Spot metering
Metering System
Exposure Control
System
(P) Program AE, (S) Shutter Priority AE,
(A) Aperture Priority AE, (M) Manual
Exposure
Compensation
±3EV (1/3 stop increments)
AE Lock
AE lock button
Appropriate, under, over; 1/3EV steps up to ±3EV for
appropriate exposure
Auto Bracketing
Shutter Speed
Built-in Flash
1/2000-15sec.
Pop-up type (manually), Guide number : 6 (ISO100/m)
Flash Coverage Range 28cm ~ 4.3m (at ISO Auto), 28cm ~ 3m (at ISO 200)
117
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
Forced Flash, Red-Eye Reduction Flash,
Slow Synchro Mode
Flash Mode
External Flash Sync. Hotshoe (X Sync. Contact)
Single, Continuous (3 frames/RAW) (4 frames/JPEG)
Self Timer (2sec. /10sec.)
approx. 230,000 pixels, 2.5 inches TFT color LCD monitor
Drive Modes
LCD Monitor
English / Japanese / German / Chinese (Simplified) /
French Spanish / Italian / Korean / Russian
LCD Monitor
Language
USB (USB2.0),
Video Out (NTSC/PAL), Audio Out (Monaural)
Interface
Power
Li-ion Battery BP-31, AC Adapter SAC-3 (Optional)
Approx. 250 (+25°c)
113.3mm/4.5” (W) × 59.5mm /2.3”(H) ×56.06mm/2.2” (D)
260g / 9.2oz (without battery and card)
Battery Life
Dimensions
Weight
CONNECTING YOUR CAMERA TO A COMPUTER
The DP2 camera can be connected directly to a computer using the
provided USB cable. Make sure that the camera is off before
connecting it to the computer. Data transfer rates will vary depending
on the computer and operating system used. For further information,
please refer to the SIGMA Photo Pro User Guide, which is available in
PDF format on the supplied CD-ROM.
CONNECTING THE CABLES
zPlease confirm that [USB Mode] is set
to [Mass Storage] in the [ Camera
Settings] menu before connecting
your camera to a PC with supplied
USB cable.
zThe shutter button and color LCD
monitor will be disabled while the
camera is connected to the computer
via a USB cable.
WARNING!!
• Please use only the USB cable supplied with your camera.
118
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
DP2
Tested To Comply
With FCC Standards
FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
SIGMA CORPORATION OF AMERICA
15 Fleetwood Court, Ronkonkoma,
NY 11779, U.S.A.
TEL: 631 585 1144
For customers in the U.S.A.
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Radio Frequency Interference
Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for class B digital
devices, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the
user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following
measures:
zReorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
zIncrease the separation between the equipment and receiver.
zConnect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
zConsult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Use of interface cable is required to comply with class B limits in Subpart B of Part 15 of
FCC Rules.
Any changes or modifications to this equipment not specified in this manual may void
your warranty.
For customers in the Canada
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
The CE Mark is a Directive conformity mark of the European Community (EC).
SIGMA (Deutschland) GmbH
Carl-Zeiss-Str. 10/2, D-63322 Roedermark, Germany
Verkauf: 01805-90 90 85-0 Service: 01805-90 90 85-85 Fax(Service): 01805-90 90 85-35
SIGMA CORPORATION
2-4-16 Kuriki, Asao-ku, Kawasaki-shi, Kanagawa 215-8530 Japan
Phone : 044 - 989 - 7430
Fax : 044 - 989 – 7451
Download from Www.Somanuals.com. All Manuals Search And Download.
|