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  • Page 1 C82EN1572 ENGLISH USER’S MANUAL...

  • Page 2: Notes On Copyright

    Thank you for purchasing the Sigma dp3 Quattro Digital Compact Camera You will get the greatest performance and enjoyment from your new dp3 Quattro camera’s features by reading this instruction manual carefully before operating it. Enjoy your new Sigma camera! Please keep this instruction booklet handy for future reference.

  • Page 3: 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 (dp3 Quattro) 2. Lens Cap (on the camera) 3. Hot Shoe Cover (on the camera) 4.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS PACKAGE CONTENTS / ACCESSORIES ..........3 TABLE OF CONTENTS ................4 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ................ 7 HANDLING PRECAUTIONS ..............10 SD MEMORY CARD ................11 DESCRIPTION OF THE PARTS ............12 COLOR LCD MONITOR INDICATION........... 14 BASIC OPERATION AND QUICK REFERENCE ........15 PREPARATION ................
  • Page 5 SETTING THE FOCUS FRAME ............50 FOCUS LOCK ................... 51 AF+MF MODE ................... 51 AF LIMIT MODE ................52 FACE DETECTION AF MODE ............54 SPEED PRIORITY AF ............... 55 MANUAL FOCUS ................55 OPERATION OF THE DRIVE MODE ........... 57 SINGLE FRAME SHOOTING ............
  • Page 6 VIEWING NINE IMAGES AT A TIME (CONTACT SHEET VIEW) ..95 VIEWING IMAGE INFORMATION ............96 HISTOGRAM ..................98 DELETING FILES .................. 99 DELETE A FILE WITH THE DELETE BUTTON ......... 99 DELETE FILES FROM THE DELETE MENU ........100 OTHER REVIEWING FEATURES ..........

  • Page 7: Safety Precautions

    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.
  • Page 8 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.
  • Page 9 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.

  • Page 10: Handling Precautions

     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 ...

  • Page 11: Sd Memory Card

    SD MEMORY CARD (sold separately) The dp3 Quattro camera uses a SD memory card, SDHC memory card* and SDXC memory card*. * UHS-1 standard memory card can also be used. In this instruction manual, SD memory card, SDHC memory card and ...

  • Page 12: Description Of The Parts

    DESCRIPTION OF THE PARTS...
  • Page 13 1 AF AUXILIARY LIGHT 20 BUSY LAMP 2 CAMERA STRAP EYELET 21 COLOR LCD MONITOR 3 DC CONNECTOR COVER (DISPLAY) BUTTON 4 RELEASE LEVER 5 BATTERY COVER (QUICK SET) BUTTON 6 LENS 7 FILTER ATTACHMENT THREAD (AE LOCK / DELETE) BUTTON 8 FOCUS RING 9 MICROPHONE (VIEW) BUTTON...

  • Page 14: Color Lcd Monitor Indication

    COLOR LCD MONITOR INDICATION Explanation of the icons displayed in still image shooting. 1 Battery Level Indicator 20 Temperature rise caution mark 2 ISO Sensitivity 21 Overexposure Correction * 3 Drive Mode 22 Tone Control White Balance Color Mode (Filtering Effect) (Toning Effect) 5 Image Size 24 Contrast *...

  • Page 15: Basic Operation And Quick Reference

    This mark shows that the camera is still shooting with a slow shutter speed. BASIC OPERATION AND QUICK REFERENCE The dp3 Quattro camera has many advanced features. This section, describes basic camera operation. You can find more details in later sections.

  • Page 16: Taking The Picture

    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.43) Press the ‘Mode’ button in P (Program AE) position...
  • Page 17 Focus (P.49) 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.41) The image is displayed for 2 seconds on the LCD monitor.

  • Page 18: Preparation

    PREPARATION This section describes necessary preparations before using the camera.

  • Page 19: Attaching The Carry Strap

    ATTACHING THE CARRY STRAP Undo the strap end. Attach the carry strap as shown. This strap can be attached to a battery case that is convenient for carrying a spare battery. CAUTION !! The battery and battery case are not water-proof. Be sure not to get ...

  • Page 20: Lens Cap

    LOADING THE BATTERY A lithium-ion battery, BP-51, is provided with the dp3 Quattro camera. Charge the battery before using the camera for the first time. Charge the battery by the supplied battery charger, BC-51, when the battery is empty.
  • Page 21 The charge lamp will be green whilst the  battery is charging It takes about 140 minutes to recharge  the battery. Required time for recharging the battery  depends on the ambient temperature and status of recharge level. When the charge lamp goes out, charging is completed. Remove the battery from the charger and remove the charger from the wall outlet.

  • Page 22: Loading The Battery

    LOADING THE BATTERY Slide the Release lever to the OPEN position, and open the Battery Cover as shown in the illustration. Insert the battery until it locks into place. Close the Battery Cover and Slide the Release lever to the LOCK position as shown in the illustration.

  • Page 23: To Remove The Battery

    The power of the battery is insufficient, replace or recharge the battery immediately. The power of the battery is empty; the camera will no longer work. Replace or recharge the battery immediately. (Red) The battery is working with the connected AC adapter. (P.134) TO REMOVE THE BATTERY Slide the Release lever to the OPEN...

  • Page 24: Setting The Language

    SETTING THE LANGUAGE You should receive the dp3 Quattro camera pre-set to English, however, if necessary, you can change the camera language yourself. Turn the camera on. Press the button on the back of the camera to display the Camera Set-up Menu.

  • Page 25: Setting The Time And Date

    SETTING THE TIME AND DATE Please set the camera’s internal clock, before using the camera for the first time or after extended periods of disuse. Turn the camera on. Press the button on the back of the camera to display the Camera Set-up Menu.
  • Page 26 CAUTION !! 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. TO CHANGE THE ORDER OF THE DATE 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).

  • Page 27: Camera Set-Up Menu

    CAMERA SET-UP MENU This section describes the various settings in the Camera Set-up menu. It is possible to set the camera functions from the Camera Set-up menu display. TO DISPLAY THE SET-UP MENU Press the button on the back of the camera.
  • Page 28 The Camera Set-up menu is divided into three groups.  CAPTURE SETTINGS (Blue Tab) This menu relates to shooting settings. When an exposure mode is selected and Capture button is pressed [ Settings] will be displayed. PLAYBACK MENU (Red Tab) This menu is for setting the playback related functions of the still images.

  • Page 29: List Of Menu Functions

    LIST OF MENU FUNCTIONS For more detailed information about each function, please refer to the individual pages. CAPTURE SETTINGS Menu Item Description Page The higher value indicates a higher ISO Sensitivity sensitivity. (The Image may have more “noise” with higher sensitivities.) ISO Sensitivity Sets the ISO Sensitivity in steps of 1EV Step...
  • Page 30 Menu Item Description Page Sets or cancels the [Overexposure Overexposure Correction] that minimizes blown out Correction highlights at the time of overexposure. Sets or cancels the [Tone Control] Tone Control (Strong / Mild) that achieves the natural rendering image. Sets or cancels to record the vertical Auto Rotate image information.
  • Page 31 Menu Item Description Page Set whether or not the AF Limit Mode is AF Limit Mode added to the Focus Mode button. Sets the AF mode between Normal AF Speed Priority AF mode or Speed Priority AF mode. Select normal AF Mode or Face detection Face Detection AF AF Mode.
  • Page 32 CAMERA SETTINGS Menu Item Description Page Custom Mode Register the setting of Custom Mode (C1 Setting / C2 / C3). Selects which functions to allocate to the Custom QS Quick Set menu. Display Mode Sets or cancels the 4 Display Modes and Settings its details.
  • Page 33 Menu Item Description Page Sets the delay before the backlight of the LCD Off color LCD monitor turns off automatically if no operation has occurred. Sets the delay before the camera shuts Auto Power Off down automatically if no operation has occurred.

  • Page 34: Quick Set Menu

    QUICK SET MENU By pressing the button, it is possible to quickly access and change the settings of the following most commonly used camera functions. Quick Set Menu (Default) AE Metering Mode Drive Mode (P.73) (P.57) ISO Sensitivity White Balance (P.67) (P.62) Image Quality...
  • Page 35 CAUTION !! Items that you cannot set are displayed in gray, and the option cannot  be changed by rotating the dials. The functions allocated to the Quick Set menu can be changed. Available functions to be allocated to the Quick Set menu ISO Sensitivity (P.67) Aspect Ratio (P.71) AE Metering Mode (P.74)

  • Page 36: Changing The Color Lcd Monitor Display

    CHANGING THE COLOR LCD MONITOR DISPLAY LCD Monitor Display can be changed by pressing the button. OPERATION → → → Display Mode 1 Display Mode 2 Viewfinder Mode LCD Off Mode Refer P.14 [COLOR LCD MONITOR INDICATION] for the meaning of ...

  • Page 37: Inserting And Removing The Card

    INSERTING AND REMOVING THE CARD The dp3 Quattro camera uses a SD memory card, SDHC memory card and SDXC memory card to store data. TO INSERT THE CARD Turn off the camera and open the Card / USB cover as shown.
  • Page 38 TO REMOVE THE CARD Turn off the camera and open the Card / USB cover as shown. Push the card until it clicks and pull out it. Close the Card / USB cover. WARNING!! While the Busy Lamp is on or flashing, do not take out the battery or the ...

  • Page 39: Formatting The Card

    Cards formatted in other cameras or devices may not operate correctly  in the dp3 Quattro camera or may have reduced capacity. To store the maximum number of dp3 Quattro files, format the card in the dp3 Quattro camera before use.

  • Page 40: Shutter Button

    SHUTTER BUTTON The shutter button of the dp3 Quattro 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.

  • Page 41: Quick Preview

    QUICK PREVIEW The dp3 Quattro 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. Capture Settings] (P.27) The Quick Preview Duration can be set from [ →...

  • Page 42: Basic Operation

    BASIC OPERATION This section describes basic operations to start taking photography.

  • Page 43: Selecting The Exposure Mode

    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 [Switch  Dial Functions] of [ Capture Settings] (P.27) is in the initial setting.

  • Page 44: P Program Ae

    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. Set the Exposure Mode to the P position. (The exposure indicator is illuminated in green.) Press the shutter button “half-way”...

  • Page 45: A Aperture Priority Ae

    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.

  • Page 46: S Shutter Speed Priority Ae

    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.

  • Page 47: M Manual Exposure

    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. Set the Exposure Mode to the M position. (The shutter speed is illuminated in orange. The aperture value indicator is illuminated in green.) Set the desired aperture value by rotating...
  • Page 48 LCD DISPLAY IN M MODE When the exposure is set as M mode, the LCD Display reflects the selected exposure on the screen so that photographers can confirm how the actual image will look. When the exposure is under, it becomes darker, and when it is over, it becomes brighter.

  • Page 49: Focusing

    FOCUSING Adjustment of autofocus and manual focus operation are explained below. FOCUS MODE Each time the button is pressed, AF mode (without an icon) and MF mode ( icon) will alternate. HOW TO USE AUTOFOCUS Position the photographic subject within the centre of the composition and press the shutter button “half-way”.

  • Page 50: Setting The Focus Frame

    AF AUXILIARY LIGHT The built-in AF auxiliary light of the dp3 Quattro enables focusing in low light conditions. The effective distance of the AF auxiliary light is 3m.  The AF auxiliary light can be turned off. Please set [ Capture ...

  • Page 51: Focus Lock

    FOCUS LOCK This photographic method is useful if the subject is not positioned within the selected focusing point. Position the photographic subject into the selected focusing point, and focus by pressing the shutter button “half-way”. When the subject is in focus, the selected focusing point will be illuminated in green.

  • Page 52: Af Limit Mode

    AF LIMIT MODE The dp3 Quattro has an AF Limit Mode that can speed up the Auto Focusing while limiting the focusing range. Four optional modes are available and each is designed to offer a unique shooting function.
  • Page 53 mode Focusing Range Macro Approx. 0.226m ~ 0.5m (Approx. 0.741ft ~ 1.6ft) Portrait Approx. 0.35m ~ ∞ (Approx. 1.1ft ~ ∞) Landscape / Snap shooting Approx. 1m ~ ∞ (Approx. 3.3ft ~ ∞) (Default) Personal Customization available (refer to the Custom next article) By pressing...

  • Page 54: Face Detection Af Mode

    FACE DETECTION AF MODE The dp3 Quattro offers Face Detection AF Mode that prioritizes to detect and focus on the faces in the image. Normal AF mode can be switched to Face detection AF mode by selecting Capture Settings] (P.27) → [Face detection AF] → [On].

  • Page 55: Speed Priority Af

    SPEED PRIORITY AF The Speed Priority AF enables faster autofocus by freezing the LCD monitor while focusing. Normal AF mode can be switched to Speed Priority AF mode by selecting Capture Settings] (P.27) → [Speed Priority AF] → [On]. CAUTION !! As the LCD monitor freazes while the the camera is autofocusing, a still ...
  • Page 56 It is possible to change the indicator of the scale bar. Select M (meters)  or FEET (feet) from [ Camera Settings](P.27) → [MF Distance Scale Units]. FOCUSING WITH MAGNIFICATION DISPLAY It is possible to magnify the display by pressing the button while in MF mode.

  • Page 57: Operation Of The Drive Mode

    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 Capture Quick Set Manu (P.34) or [ Settings] (P.27) → [Drive Mode]. Single Capture (Default) Continuous Self Timer 2 sec.

  • Page 58: Self Timer

    The number on the lower right of the color LCD monitor is the buffer capacity. It is the maximum number of frames for continuous shooting. (If the maximum number of frames for continuous shooting exceeds 9 frames, the display will not change from 9) The maximum number of frames and speed of continuous shooting are ...

  • Page 59: Interval Timer

    If you want to cancel the self-timer operation, please turn off the camera.  INTERVAL TIMER It is possible to take pictures automatically at selected intervals. Select [ Capture Settings] (P.27) → [Drive Mode] → [Interval timer], and press the button to move the interval timer setting screen.
  • Page 60 Press the shutter button to start the interval timer shooting. 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 auto focus lamp will blink in green. ...

  • Page 61: Advanced Operation

    ADVANCED OPERATION This section explains the application of the more advanced functions of your camera, when composing the expressions of your picture.

  • Page 62: Setting The White Balance (Wb)

    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.
  • Page 63 Select this setting when taking pictures Fluorescent 4100 K indoors under fluorescent lighting. Select this setting when taking pictures Approx. Flash with the Sigma EF-140S SA-STTL 7000 K flash. Select this setting to adjust the white Color balance by setting color temperature in Temperature numerical value.

  • Page 64: Adjusting White Balance

    ADJUSTING WHITE BALANCE Each White Balance Mode can be adjusted. Capture Settings] (P.27) Select preferred White Balance Mode from [ → [White Balance], and press the button to display the White Balance Adjustment screen. To set from Quick Set Menu (P.34), select preferred White Balance Mode, and press the button to display the White Balance Adjustment screen.
  • Page 65 SETTING THE VALUE OF COLOR TEMPERATURE White Balance can be adjusted by setting the color temperature in numerical value. Capture Settings] (P.27) → [White Balance] → [Color Select [ Temperature ] and press the button to display the Color Temperature setting screen. To set from the Quick Set Menu (P.34), select [ ], and press the button to display the Color Temperature setting screen.

  • Page 66: Setting A Custom White Balance

    Light source can be reddish or bluish, the color of light described as  absolute temperature (K: Kelvin) is called “Color Temperature”. The lower the color temperature is, the more reddish the color of light turns out, and the higher, the more blueish. Please refer P.62 for the approximate color temperature of the light source.

  • Page 67: Setting The Sensitivity (Iso Equivalency)

    SETTING THE SENSITIVITY (ISO EQUIVALENCY) The photosensitivity of digital cameras is described in terms of “ISO equivalent” like silver-halide film cameras. The ISO Sensitivity can be set in Quick Set Menu (P.34) or [ Capture Settings] (P.27) → [ISO Sensitivity]. ISO Auto (ISO AUTO) (Default) ISO 800 ISO 100...
  • Page 68 Select [ Capture Settings] (P.27) → [ISO Sensitivity] → [ISO Auto], and press the button to move the ISO Auto Range setting screen. (When button is pressed after selecting [ISO Auto], the current setting will be applied). When the ISO Auto Range is set in the Quick Set menu (P.34), select [ISO AUTO] and press the button to display the ISO Auto Range setting screen.

  • Page 69: Image File Setting

    When the 1/3 EV is selected, the following ISO sensitivity can be set. ISO AUTO ISO 250 ISO 800 ISO 2500 ISO 100 ISO 320 ISO 1000 ISO 3200 ISO 125 ISO 400 ISO 1250 ISO 4000 ISO 160 ISO 500 ISO 1600 ISO 5000 ISO 200...

  • Page 70: Image Size Setting

    SIGMA Photo Pro can be downloaded free of charge from the following  website: http://www.sigma-global.com Without using a PC, it is possible for the dp3 Quattro to develop JPEG  images from the RAW data (X3F file). Refer to P.115 [DEVELOP RAW DATA INSIDE THE CAMERA] for further information.
  • Page 71 Aspect Ratio 3:2. Images recorded as RAW format can be changed to different ratio in  SIGMA Photo Pro. When shooting with aspect ratio other than 3:2, the frame is normally displayed in black. By making it semi-transparent, it...
  • Page 72 Combination of Image Quality ・ Image Size ・ Aspect Ratio results in approximate file size per image as follows. When Image Size Setting is set to [ Image Quality Aspect Image Size Ratio 21:9 18.1 MB 9.7 MB 7.4 MB 25M (7680×3296) 16:9 33M (7680×4320)

  • Page 73: Selecting The Metering Mode

    When Image Size Setting is set to [ Image Quality Aspect Image Size Ratio 21:9 1.6M (1920×816) 1.1 MB 0.6 MB 0.5 MB 16:9 1.5 MB 0.8 MB 0.6 MB 2.0M (1920×1080) 1.8 MB 0.9 MB 0.7 MB 2.5M (1920×1280) 2.2M (1696×1280) 1.6 MB 0.8 MB...

  • Page 74: Ae Lock

    SPOT METERING The camera will measure the brightness only inside of the selected 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.
  • Page 75 AEL (Default) AEL+AFL AF-ON It is the normal operation of AE Lock. Refer the above section [AE LOCK]. Press the button to lock the focus. Until pressing the button again, images are taken with the same focusing point (Exposure can be locked when pressing shutter “half-way”.).

  • Page 76: Exposure Compensation

    EXPOSURE COMPENSATION If you want to intentionally overexpose or underexpose the picture, use this function. Select the desired compensation value by rotating the Rear Dial. 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.
  • Page 77 Capture Settings] (P.27) → [Auto Bracketing] → [Bracketing Select [ Amount], and press the button or the button. Use the buttons to set the bracketing amount. It can be set in 1/3 stop increments up to ±3  Press the button to confirm, press the shutter button ‘‘half-way’’...
  • Page 78 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.  Auto bracketing icon will change as follows depending on the frame ...

  • Page 79: Color Mode

    COLOR MODE It is possible to select the desired Color mode depending on the shooting conditions. In addition to the above settings, Monochrome photography mode can be selected. Capture The Color Mode can be set in the Quick Set Menu (P.34) or [ Settings] (P.27) →...
  • Page 80 The selected color setting icon is displayed on the color  LCD monitor. In Sigma Photo Pro, Monochrome mode is designed for RAW data  capture using MONO. (Monochrome) mode. Sigma Photo Pro can convert Monochrome RAW images into color however it is not possible to convert Monochrome JPEG images into color.
  • Page 81 Normally, set it to [OFF] (Off).  Toning Effect (Only with Monochrome) Monochrome images can be finished with preferred color tones. WARM SEPIA B&W (Default) Warm Tone Sepia Green COLD Blue Green Blue Cold Tone Blue Purple Purple Select your preferred Color Mode from [ Capture Settings] (P.27) →...

  • Page 82: Overexposure Correction

    JPEG files are compressed after a parameter adjustment. In the case of  the RAW format, parameter information is recorded without adjustment. It is possible to re-adjust RAW images using Sigma Photo Pro software. OVEREXPOSURE CORRECTION Blown-out highlights caused by overexposure can be...

  • Page 83: Tone Control

    TONE CONTROL By automatically optimizing the tone curve according to the scene, even for the scene with high contrast, the image can have a natural tone. Tone Control : Off Tone Control : Strong Set from [ Capture Settings] (P.27) → [Tone Control] Set Tone Control function OFF.

  • Page 84: Color Space

    CAUTION !! Please set the color space to sRGB for regular usage. If you select  Adobe RGB, please be sure to use the Sigma Photo Pro software or another image processing software supporting DCF 2.0. AUTO ROTATE It is possible to record the vertical image information to images.

  • Page 85: Custom Mode

    CUSTOM MODE It is possible to customize the Custom Mode Setting. (Up to three patterns can be stored.) The following settings are available. Capture Settings] (Blue Tab) (P.27) All items in [  Exposure mode (M, S, A, P) (P.43) ...
  • Page 86 LOAD THE CUSTOM MODE SETTING Press the Mode button and set to C1, C2 or C3. In custom mode, it is possible to change the above settings temporarily (except Exposure Mode). If the setting is changed, ● mark will appear in Function Display.

  • Page 87: Using The External Flash

    This section explains how to use a compact, dedicated, external flashgun. THE EXTERNAL FLASH The dp3 Quattro camera is equipped with a hot shoe, allowing the use of you a compact, dedicated, external flashgun. ELECTRONIC FLASH EF-140S SA-STTL (sold SEPARATELY) This compact design flashgun has a maximum Guide Number of 14 ...

  • Page 88: Setting The Flash Mode

    WARNING !! Please be aware that when you charge the external flash, the flash  mode icon will turn on and off. If you release a shutter during such time, it will not flash and causes camera shake or underexposure. When camera exposure mode P, A, or S is used, shutter speed can be ...
  • Page 89 NORMAL FLASH When you use the external 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”...

  • Page 90: Flash Exposure Compensation

    FLASH EXPOSURE COMPENSATION It is possible to compensate the flash output level without changing the background’s exposure. The Flash Exposure Compensation can be set from [ Capture Settings] (P.27) → [Flash] → [Flash Exposure Compensation]. Select the desired compensation value by using the buttons.

  • Page 91: Reviewing And Deleting Images

    REVIEWING AND DELETING IMAGES This section explains how to review and delete images after they have been captured.

  • Page 92: Reviewing Images

    REVIEWING IMAGES The pictures captured by the dp3 Quattro can be reviewed in various ways. To review images captured by the dp3 Quattro 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.

  • Page 93: Viewing One Image At A Time

    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: Rotate the Rear Dial to see the previous or next images.  Press the button to see the next image.

  • Page 94: Magnifying Images (Zoomed-In View)

    MAGNIFYING IMAGES (ZOOMED-IN VIEW) Reviewed images can be magnified, making it possible to check image details and focusing. While reviewing images, rotate the Front Dial to the position. 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: Rotate the Front Dial to the position to increase magnification.

  • Page 95: Viewing Nine Images At A Time (Contact Sheet View)

    VIEWING NINE IMAGES AT A TIME ( CONTACT SHEET VIEW ) Images can be viewed in a "contact sheet" of nine thumbnail images. While reviewing images, rotate the Front Dial to the position. WHILE IN CONTACT SHEET VIEW: Press the buttons to change the thumbnail image selection.

  • Page 96: Viewing Image Information

    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 23 ISO Sensitivity 2 Image Size 23 Focus Mode * 3 Aspect Ratio 24 Metering Mode 4 Image Quality White Balance...

  • Page 97: Magnified Images In Image Info Screen

    WHILE IN IMAGE INFO SCREEN: Press the button again to return to the original Single-Image View.  Different images can be selected in Single-Image View by pressing  Rotate the Rear Dial to see the previous or next images.  It is possible to check Copyright Information ...

  • Page 98: Histogram

    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).

  • Page 99: Deleting Files

    DELETING FILES This section describes how to delete the files recorded on a card. In this chapter, "file" refers to still images.  DELETE A FILE WITH THE DELETE BUTTON A single file that is displaying can be deleted by pressing the button.

  • Page 100: Delete Files From The Delete Menu

    DELETE FILES FROM THE DELETE MENU It is possible to delete a single file or multiple file from the Delete menu. While the image is displayed, press the button and open [ Playback Menu] (P.27) to select [Delete]. Select from the following options from the sub-menu.

  • Page 101: Other Reviewing Features

    OTHER REVIEWING FEATURES This section explains how to use Slideshow, Lock, Mark, Rotate and so on.

  • Page 102: Locking Files

    LOCKING FILES Locking protects files from being accidentally deleted. CAUTION !! Locking does not prevent files from being erased when the card is  formatted. Review card contents carefully before formatting. Locked files have a “read-only” status when viewed on a computer. ...
  • Page 103 If the file is already locked, the menu item changes to [Unlock].  To unlock a locked file, select the locked file and follow the same steps  as above. button can be used as a shortcut key for locking files. (See ...

  • Page 104: Marking Images

    “All marked” menu item in the Delete Menu (P.100). Images marked on the camera will retain their marked status when  viewed in SIGMA Photo Pro. TO MARK A SINGLE IMAGE Display images to mark, press the button and open [ Playback Menu] (P.27) to select [Mark].
  • Page 105 Press the button. A flag icon will appear in the image  indicating that the image is marked. If the image is already marked, the menu item changes to [Unmark].  To unmark a marked image, select the marked image and follow the ...

  • Page 106: Rotating Images

    Select [Yes] by using the buttons to and press the button to apply the setting. If you want to cancel to apply the setting, please select [No] by using the buttons to and press the button. A flag icon will appear in all marked images. ...
  • Page 107 (See  P.109) Images rotated on the camera will be displayed in their rotated  orientation in SIGMA Photo Pro. TO ROTATE MULTIPLE IMAGES Press the button to open [ Playback Menu] (P.27), and select [Rotate].

  • Page 108: Exposure Warning

    A confirmation dialog will be displayed by pressing the button. Select [Yes] by using the buttons and press the button to apply the setting. If you want to cancel to apply the setting, select [No] by using the buttons and press the button.

  • Page 109: Ok Button Shortcut

    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.27) → [OK Button Settings].

  • Page 110: Recording Sound Memo

    RECORDING SOUND MEMO It is possible to record a sound memo for 30 seconds to a stored image, making it convenient to record the shooting situation by voice. Set to [On] from [ Playback Menu] (P.27) → [Sound Memo]. Close [ Playback Menu] by pressing the button.

  • Page 111: Viewing Images With Sound

    WARNING !! It is not possible to record sound memo if the card has little capacity.  VIEWING IMAGES WITH SOUND When the image with sound is selected during image review, the Icon and the Control Icons are displayed on the color LCD monitor.

  • Page 112: Showing A Slideshow

    SHOWING A SLIDESHOW All images on the card, or only selected images, can be shown in an automatic playback mode using the dp3 Quattro camera’s Slideshow feature. SLIDESHOW MENU Start an automated slideshow of all images on All Images the card.

  • Page 113: Changing Slideshow Settings

    CHANGING SLIDESHOW SETTINGS Select [Slideshow Settings] Slideshow Menu and then press the button to open the setting display. SLIDESHOW SETTING MENU 2 sec. Set the length of time that each image in a Duration 5 sec. slideshow is displayed. 10 sec. Set whether the slideshow loops continuously Repeat or stops on the last image.

  • Page 114: Dpof ( Digital Print Order Format )

    ( DIGITAL PRINT ORDER FORMAT ) DPOF 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 ...

  • Page 115: Developing Raw Data Inside The Camera

    DEVELOPING RAW DATA INSIDE THE CAMERA It is possible to develop RAW data inside the camera, and create a JPEG format image. RAW development setting screen 1 Exposure Compensation (P.76) 2 White Balance (P.62) 3 Image Quality (P.69) 4 Image Size (P.70) 5 Aspect Ratio (P.71) 6 Color Mode (P.79) 7 Color Space (P.84)
  • Page 116 In case there is insufficient space in the memory card, there will be a  warning message and it is not possible to develop RAW file. It is recommended to use SIGMA Photo Pro for further detailed  adjustment and image editing.

  • Page 117: Changing Other Settings

    CHANGING OTHER SETTINGS This section explains how to change the setting of basic camera operation to your desired settings.

  • Page 118: File Numbering System

    “SDIM” followed by the 4-digit file number and extension. For example: image number 0023 will be stored in the file SDIM0023.X3F. All dp3 Quattro image files will be stored to ###SIGMA folder of the DCIM folder in the card. When [Adobe RGB] is selected from [ Capture Settings] (P.27) →...

  • Page 119: To Change File Names

    WARNING !! When Folder numbering / File numbering is reached to “999-9999”,  even if the card has the capacity, the message of [Cannot allocate file or folder number.] will be displayed and it is not possible to take pictures any more. Please check the File numbering in reviewing display.

  • Page 120: Attach Copyright Information

    Information screen (P.97). It is possible to check the attached information in the [Image  Information Window] in SIGMA Photo Pro and other software compatible with Exif data. WARNING !! Make sure the [Attach Copyright Information] is set to [Off] if the ...
  • Page 121 ENTERING INFORMATION Screen to enter the Photographer and Copyright Owner information Entered information area It is possible to move the cursor in the area using the front/rear dials. Keyboard area Move the cursor in this area using the buttons. Select the desired character in the Keyboard area, and press the button to enter it.

  • Page 122: Customize The Display Of Lcd Monitor

    CUSTOMIZE THE DISPLAY OF LCD MONITOR Size of icon displayed during shooting can be changed, or useful functions for photography can be added. Select mode to customize from [ Camera Settings] (P.27) → [Display Mode Settings]. Select [On] and press the button.
  • Page 123 Grid Lines Grid Lines that is useful in determining composition can be displayed. Grid Line Off - 4 (Black) 4 segments with a black line - 9 (Black) 9 segments with a black line - 16 (Black) 16 segments with a black line - 4 (White) 4 segments with a white line - 9 (White)

  • Page 124: Electronic Level

    Electronic Level An Electronic level that is useful in determining composition can be displayed. No display. Display. ELECTRONIC LEVEL Camera’s horizontal direction and vertical direction are displayed. Vertical direction guide Horizontal direction guide When the camera is horizontal or vertical, the guide becomes green. ...

  • Page 125: Customizing The Dial

    CUSTOMIZING THE DIAL The dial’s functions or operating directions to set exposure, and the focus ring’s operating directions can be customized. SWITCH DIAL FUNCTIONS The Front Dial and the Rear Dial 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.

  • Page 126: Lcd Off And Auto Power Off

    Close LCD OFF AND AUTO POWER OFF The dp3 Quattro has [LCD Off] 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.

  • Page 127: Eco Mode

    Set the Auto Power Off from [ Camera Settings] (P.27) → [LCD Off] and [Auto Power Off]. LCD Off Option Auto Power Off Option 10 sec. 30 sec. 30 sec. 1 min. 1 min. (Default) 5 min. (Default) 5 min. 10 min.

  • Page 128: Sound Settings

    SOUND SETTINGS This section explains settings about the Shutter Sound, Operation Sound, Sound Volume and Playback Volume. These sound settings can be set from [ Camera Settings] (P.27) → [Sound Setting]. Shutter Sound It is possible to set the Shutter Sound by setting to [On] or [Off]. The default setting is [On].

  • Page 129: Reset To The Defaults

    RESET TO THE DEFAULTS It is possible to reset the settings to the defaults. Camera Settings] (P.27) It is possible to reset settings to defaults from [ → [Reset Settings]. Reset all settings of [ Capture Settings] (Blue tab) to the defaults. In [Reset Settings] menu, Select [Yes] by pressing the button and press the...

  • Page 130: Connecting To A Computer

    CONNECTING TO A COMPUTER...

  • Page 131: Connecting Your Camera To A Computer

    CONNECTING YOUR CAMERA TO A COMPUTER The dp3 Quattro 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.

  • Page 132: Reference

    REFERENCE This section introduces optional accessories, and explains specifications of the camera.

  • Page 133: Optional Accessories

    Hood HE1-01 and Lens Hood LH4-01 blocks out extraneous light and reduces flare and ghosting. It can be attached to the front of the lens easily. LENS HOOD LH4-01 To attach it to the dp3 Quattro, please use it in combination with an extension hood HE1-01 EXTENSION HOOD HE1-01 This long extension hood is for the dp3 Quattro and fits onto lens hood LH4-01.

  • Page 134: Using A Home Power Supply

    CABLE RELEASE SWITCH CR-31 This cable release allows releasing the shutter without touching the camera by connecting it to camera USB terminal. It is useful when attaching the camera to a tripod, and releasing the shutter from a distance, or slow shutter.
  • Page 135 Close the Battery Cover carefully so as not to pinch the DC connector code. Connect the plug of the AC adapter and jack of the DC connector. WARNING!! While the Busy Lamp is on, please do not open the Battery Cover or ...

  • Page 136: Maintenance

    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.

  • Page 137: Troubleshooting

    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.20 - 23) LCD Monitor is set to OFF mode.
  • Page 138 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.
  • Page 139 White or colored dots and haze appear on a part of the image. Due to the camera facing a strong light source, ghosting and flare appear on the image. ► Strong light source may cause ghosting and flare. Changing the composition or aperture and additionally attaching the lens hood (optional) will help minimize the extraneous light from diagonal directions.

  • Page 140: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS Image Sensor FOVEON X3 Direct Image Sensor (CMOS) Image Sensor Size 23.5 × 15.7mm Effective Pixels : 29MP Color Photo (T:5424×3616, M:2712×1808, B:2712×1808) Detectors Total Pixels : 33MP Aspect Ratio 3:2 (21:9, 16:9, 4:3, 7:6, 1:1) Lens 50mm (35mm equivalent focal length：75mm) Lens F number F2.8 ~ F16 Lens Construction...
  • Page 141 9 points select mode, Free move mode (It is possible AF Point to change the size of Focus Frame to Spot, Regular and Large.), Face Detection AF Mode Shutter release halfway-down position (AF lock can Focus Lock be done by AE lock button from menu setting) Manual Focus Focus Ring type Evaluative metering,...
  • Page 142 Quattro Tested To Comply SIGMA CORPORATION OF AMERICA With FCC Standards 15 Fleetwood Court, Ronkonkoma, NY 11779, U.S.A. FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE TEL: 631 585 1144 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the...

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