Sigma releases DP1s digital compact camera
Sigma has announced the DP1s digital compact camera, a slightly revised version of its DP1 large-sensor compact camera. Featuring the same sensor and processor as the DP1, it assigns the QS (Quick set) function from Sigma's DP2 to its digital zoom button and the ability to simultaneously shoot separate RAW and JPEG images. The company says it also performs better when shooting backlit subjects.
Press Release:
DP1s
APS-C size 14 megapixel compact digital camera

The Sigma Corporation is pleased to announce the new Sigma DP1s compact digital camera featuring a 14 megapixel (2,652 × 1,768 × 3 layers) FOVEON X3 direct image sensor.
The new Sigma DP1s is an improved version of the DP1 which was introduced to market in March 2008. It is now possible to allocate the QS (Quick Set) function, which has been adopted by the DP2 and SD14 DSLR, to the digital zoom buttons of the DP1s. This provides faster and more convenient operation of the camera.
The DP1s is enhanced further by improved performance when shooting backlit subjects, aiding the cameras characteristics of superb resolution and richly graduated tones with a natural, three-dimensional feel.
There are many dedicated accessories available for the DP1s such as the VIEW FINDER VF-11, HOOD ADAPTER HA-11 and ELECTRONIC FLASH EF-140 DG.
Features:
- 14 megapixel Foveon X3 Direct Image Sensor
- TRUE Image Processing Engine
- 16.6mm F4 lens
- Exclusive Sigma Photo Pro Software
- RAW and JPEG format recording
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