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"Gates of Wonder"
Digital ProTalk &bull Dec 15, 2011
This is another image from my little neighborhood photo walk the other day. I was still shooting with the Sigma 85mm F1.4 lens at f1.4 to see what I could get. I found it to be quite the challenge to… Full Story »
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Sigma Partners with Sculptor to Spotlight Underwater Museum
PhotographyBLOG &bull Dec 14, 2011
Sigma Corporation of America has teamed up with underwater photographer, sculptor and conservationist Jason deCaires Taylor to help photograph the artist's oft-unseen work and share it with the world. Taylor is the mastermind behind the underwater sculpture park, known as the Museo Subacuatico de Arte (MUSA) in Cancun, Mexico. The museum, which consists of more than 400 of Taylor's permanent, life-size sculptures, is designed as an artificial coral reef that provides a… Full Story »
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Sigma Corporation partners with sculptor to spotlight underwater museum
The Imaging Resource News Page &bull Dec 13, 2011
Ronkonkoma, N.Y., Dec. 13, 2011 - Sigma Corporation of America has teamed up with underwater photographer, sculptor and conservationist Jason deCaires Taylor to help photograph the artist's oft-unseen work and share it with the world. Taylor is the mastermind behind the underwater sculpture park, known as the Museo Subacuatico de Arte (MUSA)… Full Story »
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Power Grip specially designed for SIGMA SD1 PG-31
The Imaging Resource News Page &bull Dec 12, 2011
The PG-31 is a specially designed battery grip which upgrades the battery power of the SIGMA SD1 by holding two dedicated BP-21 battery packs. This caters for large-volume photography and photography in field. The PG-31 also incorporates a shutter button… Full Story »
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Sigma PG-31
PhotographyBLOG &bull Dec 12, 2011
Sigma has just announced the release of the PG-31 power grip for the Sigma SD1 digital SLR camera. Measuring 156mmx72mmx77mm, the Sigma PG-31 vertical grip can accommodate up to two BP-21 lithium-ion batteries for extended battery life, and features a… Full Story »
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Hardware Review: Sigma 30mm f1.4
Canon Blogger &bull Dec 8, 2011
For quite some time now I've been reviewing various lenses from the Sigma line, most notably (based on continued traffic to the posts) the 18-250mm and the 50-500. Other glass from Sigma that has passed through the blog includes the 85mm, the 8-16, 70-200, 4.5mm fisheye, much more. Use the search function on the upper right with keyword "Sigma" for a complete listing! One of the latest lenses that they folks at Sigma have been gracious enough to let me borrow for an extended period of time is their 30mm f1.4 lens. You read that right - f1.4! Much like… Full Story »
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Sigma to launch non-stabilized 17-50mm F2.8 EX DC HSM for Sony and Pentax
News: Digital Photography Review (dpreview.com) &bull Dec 2, 2011
Sigma is launching a non-stabilized version of its 17-50mm F2.8 EX DG HSM for Sony and Pentax. The lens replaces the existing OS versions for these two mounts, for which most cameras have built-in stabilization. The latest version will be available from December 9th. The Japanese recommended selling price remains the same as for the OS version. The Sigma Corporation is pleased to announce the new Sigma 17-50mm F2.8 EX DC HSM for Sony, and for Pentax. This large aperture standard zoom lens is designed for digital SLR cameras and covers a focal length from 17mm wide angle. It is… Full Story »
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Adobe issues Lightroom 3.6 and ACR 6.6 release candidates
News: Digital Photography Review (dpreview.com) &bull Nov 9, 2011
Adobe has released 'Release Candidates' of its Camera Raw 6.6 and Lightroom 3.6 raw processing software. The updates cover 5 additional cameras, namely the Canon Powershot S100, Nikon 1 J1, Nikon 1 V1, Panasonic Lumix DMX-GX1 and Samsung NX5. Also… Full Story »
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Clontarf Bridge
In Photos dot org &bull Nov 8, 2011
Clontarf Bridge in Cork is a bridge across the River Lee, opened in 1912 and still very much in use. Originally built to link two railways it's now used for road traffic! This Cokipedia page has lots more info on… Full Story »
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"Dark Beauty"
Digital ProTalk &bull Nov 1, 2011
This is an image I made during my recent visit to Tampa two weeks ago at my Dave Cross workshop. Once again we were working near this very large oak tree with it's sprawling branches. The large sprawling branches made… Full Story »
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Sigma DP2x First Impressions Review
digitalcamerainfo.com &bull Oct 29, 2011
The Sigma DP2x is an expensive, performance-oriented ultracompact, intended to capture amazing shots when toting a larger camera isn't possible or comfortable. The company has a cult following, and for good reason, their point-and-shoots are no-nonsense models designed for serious… Full Story »
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The Old Rocking Chair
In Photos dot org &bull Oct 20, 2011
Old? Probably not. A quite new rocking chair outside a shop in Killrush, Co Clare back in April 2009. Photographed while we were on holiday and we were lucky to have a beautiful day. Unfortunately not every day was good… Full Story »
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US Pricing Announced for Sigma 18-200mm f3.5-6.3 II DC OS HSM
PhotographyBLOG &bull Oct 17, 2011
Sigma Corporation of America has announced the price and availability of the new Sigma 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 II DC OS HSM lens. Successor to the 18-200mm f/3.5-6.3 DC OS HSM "Mark I", Sigma's newest superzoom lens features FLD ("F" Low Dispersion) glass elements, which have the performance equal to fluorite glass, and SLD (Special Low Dispersion) glass elements for the correction of colour aberrations. Additionally, the manufacturer's… Full Story »
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Sigma SD1 Wood Edition
LetsGoDigital English Edition &bull Oct 13, 2011Sigma SD1 Wood Edition : Sigma introduces a Limited Edition of the high-tech Sigma SD1 digital SLR camera. The Sigma SD1 Wood Edition with 46 megapixels combines the oldest and most durable materials in the world with the latest technology.… Full Story »
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Sigma 18-200mm lens
LetsGoDigital English Edition &bull Oct 13, 2011Sigma 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 II DC OS HSM lens : Sigma announce the release of the Sigma 18-200mm F3.5-6.3 II DC OS HSM lens. This 11.1x high zoom ratio lens is designed exclusively for digital SLR cameras, incorporates Sigma's original OS… Full Story »
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Sigma Germany announces SD1 Wood Edition
The Imaging Resource News Page &bull Oct 12, 2011
Sigma Germany announces SD1 Wood EditionBy Michael R. Tomkins, The Imaging Resource(Wednesday, October 12, 2011 - 15:05 EDT)With the holiday season only a couple of months away, Sigma Deutschland GmbH has announced a limited-edition variant of its SD1 digital SLR,… Full Story »
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Sigma Germany announces SD1 Wood Edition with burl veneer
News: Digital Photography Review (dpreview.com) &bull Oct 12, 2011
Sigma Germany has announced a wood-veneered version of its SD1 high-end DSLR. The 'Wood Edition' emphasizes the camera's premium appeal by adding a casing made from Amboyna Burl, an expensive and decorative veneer taken from complex growths on a Southeast… Full Story »
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Sigma SD1 "Wood Edition"
PhotographyBLOG &bull Oct 12, 2011
Sigma Deutschland has announced a limited edition Sigma SD1 that comes in a removable, hand-made wooden housing. To place an order for the 9,999 camera (without a lens), contact Sigma Deutschland directly. Not only do you have to dig deep… Full Story »
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Leica M9 comparison shots added to dpreview database
News: Digital Photography Review (dpreview.com) &bull Oct 11, 2011
We've just added Leica M9 studio shots to our comparison tool. As part of our forthcoming review of the Sigma SD1, we'll be comparing it to a range of large-sensor, high-resolution cameras, which meant including the Leica M9. The shots,… Full Story »
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Sigma SD1: New firmware improves IQ, stability
The Imaging Resource News Page &bull Oct 11, 2011
Sigma SD1: New firmware improves IQ, stabilityBy Michael R. Tomkins, The Imaging Resource(Tuesday, October 11, 2011 - 15:29 EDT)Japan's Sigma Corp. has issued updated firmware for its flagship SD1 camera, the highest-resolution SLR announced to date using a Foveon X3… Full Story »
