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USER'S MANUAL

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  • Page 1 C40EN1684 ENGLISH USER’S MANUAL...

  • Page 2: Digital Camera

    Thank you for purchasing the Sigma sd Quattro Digital Camera You will get the greatest performance and enjoyment from your new sd 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. Doing ...

  • 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 (sd Quattro) 2. Body Cap (on the camera) 3. Strap 4.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS PACKAGE CONTENTS / ACCESSORIES ..........3 TABLE OF CONTENTS ................4 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ................ 7 HANDLING PRECAUTIONS ..............10 DESCRIPTION OF THE PARTS ............12 MONITOR DISPLAY DURING SHOOTING ........... 14 BASIC OPERATION AND QUICK REFERENCE ........16 PREPARATION ................
  • Page 5 MANUAL FOCUS ................62 FOCUSING WITH MAGNIFICATION DISPLAY ........ 63 OPERATION OF THE DRIVE MODE ........... 64 SINGLE FRAME SHOOTING ............64 CONTINUOUS SHOOTING .............. 64 SELF TIMER ..................65 INTERVAL TIMER ................66 ADVANCED OPERATION ............68 SETTING THE WHITE BALANCE (WB) ..........69 ADJUSTING WHITE BALANCE ............
  • Page 6 DELETING FILES ................113 DELETE A FILE WITH THE DELETE BUTTON ....... 113 DELETE FILES FROM THE DELETE MENU ........114 OTHER REVIEWING FEATURES ..........115 LOCKING FILES ................. 116 MARKING IMAGES ................118 ROTATING IMAGES ................120 EXPOSURE WARNING ............... 122 OK BUTTON SHORTCUT ..............

  • 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. Do not look at the sun with the lens of your camera; otherwise you could lose your eyesight.
  • Page 9 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. CAUTION ( BATTERY CHARGER AND AC ADAPTER ) Do not pull the Battery Charger or the AC power cord, when disconnecting...

  • Page 10: Handling Precautions

    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.

  • Page 11: Sd Memory Card

    SD MEMORY CARD (sold separately) The sd 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 Dust Protector (View) Button 2 AF Assist Light 24 Busy Lamp 3 Lens Lock Button 25 Main-Monitor 4 DC Connector Cover 26 Diopter Adjuster Battery Compartment Cover 27 Shutter Button Latch 6 Battery Cover 28 Front Dial 7 Tripod Socket (Quick Set) Button 8 Lens Mount Index 30 Lock Switch...

  • Page 14: Monitor Display During Shooting

    SELECTOR (35) In this instruction manual, each position of the selector is shown as (Up button) (Left button) (Right button) button (Down button) The buttons are used as follows: To operate Up and Down buttons:  To operate Left and Right buttons: .
  • Page 15 VIEWFINDER Color Mode 1 Drive Mode (Toning Effect) White Balance 21 Contrast * (Filtering Effect) 3 Camera Shake Warning 22 Sharpness * 4 AE Lock / AF Lock * 23 Saturation * 5 Image Size 24 Locked State Indicator * 6 Aspect Ratio 25 Eye-Fi Communication Icon * 7 Image Quality...

  • Page 16: 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 sd Quattro camera has many advanced features. This section, describes basic camera operation. You can find more details in later sections.
  • Page 17 Set the language (P.27) Set the date and time (P.28) Loading the card (P.43) TAKING THE PICTURE Turn the camera body on.
  • Page 18 Select the exposure mode (P.49) Press the ‘Mode’ button in P (Program AE) position Focus (P.56) 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.

  • Page 19: Preparation

    PREPARATION This section describes necessary preparations before using the camera.

  • Page 20: Attaching The Carry Strap

    ATTACHING THE CARRY STRAP Undo the strap end. Attach the carry strap as shown. LOCK SWITCH The LOCK switch is provided on the sd Quattro which locks button operations and allows the user to concentrate on shooting without being bothered by erroneous button operations.

  • Page 21: Loading The Battery

    LOADING THE BATTERY A lithium-ion battery, BP-61, is provided with the sd Quattro camera. Charge the battery before using the camera for the first time. Charge the battery by the supplied battery charger, BC-61, when the battery is empty. TO CHARGE THE BATTERY...
  • Page 22 When the charge lamp goes out, charging is completed. Remove the battery from the charger and remove the charger from the wall outlet. CAUTION !! 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 ...
  • Page 23 LOADING THE BATTERY Confirm that the power switch is set to OFF and open the battery compartment cover by rotating the battery compartment cover latch, as shown in the illustration. Insert the battery until it locks into place. Close the battery compartment cover and lock the cover by rotating the battery compartment latch, as shown in the illustration.

  • Page 24: To Remove The Battery

    Sub Monitor Viewfinder 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 (Red) battery immediately. The battery is working with the connected AC ─...

  • Page 25: Mounting And Removing The Lens

    To ensure a proper connection, do not hold down the lens lock button  while mounting the lens. The sd Quattro contains a dust protector, located inside the lens mount.  The dust protector is a very delicate device. Take care not to scratch its surface.
  • Page 26 Gently remove the lens from the camera body. ABOUT THE LENSES The sd Quattro uses SIGMA SA mount. The usable lenses are SIGMA SA mount interchangeable lenses. Depending on the release date of the lens, updating the lens firmware ...

  • Page 27: Setting The Language

    SETTING THE LANGUAGE You should receive the sd 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 28: 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 29 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 30: 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 31 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 32: 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 ISO Sensitivity Sets the ISO Sensitivity in steps of 1EV Step or 1/3EV. It is possible to set the Lower limit and ISO Auto Range Upper limit of the ISO Sensitivity in ISO Auto mode.
  • Page 33 Menu Item Description Page Selects the desired Color mode Color Mode depending on the shooting conditions. Sets the color space to [sRGB] or [Adobe Color space RGB]. Menu Item Description Page Sets or cancels the [Tone Control] Tone Control (Strong / Mild) that achieves the natural rendering image.
  • Page 34 Menu Item Description Page Sets or cancels the exposure lock when Half pressed AEL the shutter button is pressed halfway. It is possible to select whether or not to Half-pressed operate the AF function when the shutter AF-ON button is half-pressed. Menu Item Description Page...
  • Page 35 Menu Item Description Page It develops JPEG format images from Development RAW files. Exposure Sets whether or not the over-exposure Warning warning is shown on images. OK Button Sets the function that the button will Settings perform during image review. Sets whether or not vertically orientated Image Rotation images are automatically rotated and...
  • Page 36 Menu Item Description Page Sets whether or not to use electronic Sound Settings beeping sounds and adjusts their volumes. Adjust Electronic Adjusts the Electronic Level. Level File Name Sets the File Name for the image. Sets the file numbering system used when File Numbering a new card is inserted in the camera.
  • Page 37 To transfer recorded images in the card from the camera to computers, select USB Mode [Mass Storage]. To control the camera by using “SIGMA Capture Pro”, select [Camera Control]. Sets whether or not it is possible to Release Without release the shutter when the card is not Memory Card inserted into the camera.

  • Page 38: 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) White Balance Tone Control (P.69) (P.96) Drive Mode Focus Peaking (P.64) (P.62) Image Quality Color Mode...
  • Page 39 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 Exposure Compensation (P.84) Slow Sync.

  • Page 40: Selecting The Monitor

    SELECTING THE MONITOR The SIGMA sd Quattro consists of a Finder (Electronic Viewfinder) Main-Monitor. The Monitor Select switch allows users to select which monitor is to be used. FINDER Displays in the finder only. When looking into the finder, the main monitor display AUTO automatically changes to the finder display.

  • Page 41: Changing The Display Mode

    CHANGING THE DISPLAY MODE LCD Monitor Display can be changed by pressing the button. When the button is pressed while the finder is displayed, the  display mode in the finder changes. When the button is pressed while the main monitor is displayed, ...
  • Page 42 In the View Finder Mode, only Icons will be displayed.  Information to display on [Custom] can be customized (Refer P.133).  The size of the icon displayed during operation can be changed (Refer  P.133). (REVIEWING) → → → Display Icons Display Icons 1/2 Display Image...

  • Page 43: Inserting And Removing The Card

    INSERTING AND REMOVING THE CARD The sd 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 SD card cover as shown.
  • Page 44 TO REMOVE THE CARD Turn off the camera and open the SD card cover as shown. Push the card until it clicks and pull out it. Close the SD card cover. WARNING!! While the Busy Lamp is on or flashing, do not take out the battery or the ...

  • Page 45: Formatting The Card

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

  • Page 46: Diopter Adjustment

    The camera’s adjustable diopter range is  SHUTTER BUTTON The shutter button of the sd 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 47: Quick Preview

    QUICK PREVIEW The sd 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. The Quick Preview Duration can be set from [ Capture Settings] (P.30)

  • Page 48: Basic Operation

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

  • Page 49: 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 [DIAL  EXPOSURE COMPENSATION] (P.85) and [SWITCH DIAL FUNCTIONS] (P.138) of [ Capture Settings] (P.30) are in the initial setting.

  • Page 50: 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. (In the Viewfinder, the exposure indicator is illuminated in green.) Press the shutter button “half-way”...

  • Page 51: 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 52: 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 53: 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. (In the Viewfinder, the shutter speed is illuminated in orange.
  • Page 54 The selected exposure value is reflected in the LCD On (Default) Display. When ELECTRONIC FLASH EF-630 (FOR SIGMA) is used with the  camera, the brightness of the LCD Display is automatically adjusted for better visibility even when the function is [On].

  • Page 55: Bulb Setting

    BULB SETTING When long time exposures are required (for shooting night scenes or very dark subjects) the use of the “Bulb” setting is recommended. Please use a tripod, when taking pictures with this setting. Set the Exposure Mode to the M position. Rotate the Rear dial until is displayed.

  • Page 56: Focusing

    FOCUSING Adjustment of autofocus and manual focus operation are explained below. HOW TO USE AUTOFOCUS Set the focus mode switch of the lens to Position the photographic subject within the center of the composition and press the shutter button “half-way”. If autofocus is selected, the focusing ...

  • Page 57: Selecting The Autofocus Mode

    SELECTING THE AUTOFOCUS MODE Autofocus Mode can be selected according to the subject. Press the button and select the desired AF mode by using the Front and Rear dials, or by pressing the buttons. When the shutter button is half-pressed, the autofocus activates.
  • Page 58 However, Release is prioritized in both settings. Therefore, the shutter may be released before focus locks AF ASSIST LIGHT The built-in AF assist light of the sd Quattro enables focusing in low light conditions. ( only) The effective distance of the AF assist light is 3m.

  • Page 59: Setting The Focus Frame

    SETTING THE FOCUS FRAME The sd Quattro is equipped with two focusing modes. When using the “9 points select mode” it is possible to choose the desired focusing point from 9 different frames. When using “Free move mode” it is possible to move the desired point as you like.

  • Page 60: Focus Lock

    [AF/AEL BUTTON] item (P.82). FACE DETECTION AF MODE The sd 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.30) →...
  • Page 61 A Face Detection Frame will appear in orange once faces are detected in the display. Press the shutter button halfway, and the Face Detection Frame will turn green once it is properly focused on the face. When the Face Detection Mode is in operation, AE Metering Mode will be ...

  • Page 62: Half-Pressed Af-On

    HALF-PRESSED AF-ON It is possible to select whether or not to operate the AF function when the shutter button is half-pressed. The Half-pressed AF-ON can be set in [ Capture Settings] (P.30) → [Half-pressed AF-ON]. AF function does not operate when the shutter button is half-pressed.

  • Page 63: Focusing With Magnification Display

    (Default) Black Yellow White When the Peaking function is not necessary, select [OFF].  FOCUSING WITH MAGNIFICATION DISPLAY It is possible to magnify the display by pressing the button while in MF mode. Press the button again to change to the normal display. Whilst the display is enlarged, the is displayed on the color LCD ...

  • Page 64: 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.38) or [ Settings] (P.30) → [Drive Mode]. Self Timer 2 sec.

  • Page 65: Self Timer

    The number on the lower right of the color LCD monitor (upper right section on the sub-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 66: Interval Timer

    When [ Camera Settings](P.30) → [Sound Settings] → [Timer  Volume] menu is set to [0], 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. ...
  • Page 67 Press the button to apply the setting, and press the button to go back to shooting mode. 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. When the focus mode is set to AF, the AF will be locked at the first frame.

  • Page 68: 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 69: 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 70 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-630 (FOR SIGMA) 7000 K flash. Select this setting to adjust the white Color balance by setting color temperature in Temperature numerical value.

  • Page 71: Adjusting White Balance

    ADJUSTING WHITE BALANCE Each White Balance Mode can be adjusted. Select preferred White Balance Mode from [ Capture Settings] (P.30) → [White Balance], and press the button to display the White Balance Adjustment screen. To set from Quick Set Menu (P.38), select preferred White Balance Mode, and press the button to display the White Balance Adjustment screen.

  • Page 72: Setting The Value Of Color Temperature

    SETTING THE VALUE OF COLOR TEMPERATURE White Balance can be adjusted by setting the color temperature in numerical value. Select [ Capture Settings] (P.30) → [White Balance] → [Color Temperature ] and press the button to display the Color Temperature setting screen. To set from the Quick Set Menu (P.38), select [ ], and press the button...

  • Page 73: Setting A Custom White Balance

    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.
  • Page 74 ADDING A NOTE TO CUSTOM WHITE BALANCE A note can be added to a Custom White Balance. The note is reflected in the “White Balance” sub menu and is useful when needing to use previously registered custom white balance. It is possible to enter up to 48 single-byte characters and symbols. ...

  • Page 75: 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. By pressing the button, select the desired ISO Sensitivity by using the Front and Rear dials, or press the buttons.
  • Page 76 Lower limit ISO 200 ISO 640 ISO 2000 ISO 100 ISO 250 ISO 800 ISO 2500 (Default) ISO 320 ISO 1000 ISO 3200 ISO 125 ISO 400 ISO 1250 ISO 4000 ISO 160 ISO 500 ISO 1600 ISO 5000 Upper limit ISO 125 ISO 400 ISO 1000...

  • Page 77: Image File 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 sd Quattro to develop JPEG  images from the RAW data (X3F file). Refer to P.127 [DEVELOP RAW...

  • Page 78: Image Size Setting

    When RAW+JPEG is selected, the Image Quality of JPEG will be FINE.  When RAW+JPEG is selected, the selected Image Size will be applied  to both the RAW and JPEG files. IMAGE SIZE SETTING The number of record pixels (Image Size) can be set.
  • Page 79 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 is...
  • Page 80 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 25M (7680×3296) 18.1 MB 9.7 MB 7.4 MB 16:9 23.7 MB...

  • Page 81: 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 82: Af/Ael Button

    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. AF/AEL BUTTON The sd Quattro has the button that enables Focus Lock shooting [AFL] and AE Lock shooting [AEL].
  • Page 83 Set the functions that can be allocated to the button while the switch is at Capture Settings] (P.30) → [AEL Button the [AEL] position from [ Settings]. AEL (Default) AEL + AFL LV Magnification AEL (Pressed) AEL+AFL (Pressed) Set the functions that can be allocated to the button while the switch is at the [AF] position from [ Capture Settings] (P.30) →...

  • Page 84: Exposure Compensation

    HALF PRESSED AEL It is possible to set the exposure lock when the shutter button is pressed “half-way” or cancel the exposure lock. Capture Settings] (P.30) → The Half Pressed AEL mode can be set in [ [Half Pressed AEL]. The exposure will not be locked while pressing the shutter button “half-way”.

  • Page 85: Auto Bracketing

    Setting the compensation amount by using only Rear dial can be  Capture Settings] (P.30) → [Dial prohibited. Select [Off] from [ Exposure Compensation]. (By setting [Off] and rotating the Rear dial without pressing the button results in the same operation as the Front dial being rotated.) AUTO BRACKETING By setting the exposure judged as appropriate by the camera, it is possible to take pictures with a brighter exposure and a darker exposure in a series.
  • Page 86 Select a desired value with the button. Finalize by using the button or the button. Press the shutter button ‘‘half-way’’ to return to the shooting mode. (The Auto Bracketing icon will be displayed on the color LCD monitor.) The operations in each Drive Mode are shown below. ...
  • Page 87 Auto bracketing icon will change as follows depending on the frame  number. When three frames are taken 1st Frame 2nd Frame 3rd Frame When five frames are taken 1st Frame 2nd Frame 3rd Frame 4th Frame 5th Frame At the Number of shots remaining section on the Sub-Monitor, the ...

  • Page 88: Sfd Mode (Super Fine Detail)

    ( SUPER FINE DETAIL ) By recording several pictures with different exposures and combining them using SIGMA Photo Pro, delicate pictures with a wide dynamic range and low noise can be generated. When shooting in SFD Mode, fix the camera on a secure tripod. If the ...
  • Page 89 The SFD frames can be generated in SIGMA Photo Pro. For details,  please refer to HELP in SIGMA Photo Pro. In the file taken in SFD Mode, the original X3F files can be extracted with  SIGMA Photo Pro. For details, refer to HELP in SIGMA Photo Pro.

  • Page 90: 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.38) or [ Settings] (P.30) →...
  • Page 91 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. COLOR MODE DETAILED SETTING With each color mode, image parameters (Contrast, Sharpness, and Saturation) can be adjusted to create preferred images.
  • Page 92 LCD monitor. 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.

  • Page 93: Custom Bracketing

    CUSTOM BRACKETING Several images with different white balances and color modes can be captured in one sequence. WHITE BALANCE BRACKETING Several images with different white balance settings can be captured in one sequence. Select [ Capture Settings] (P.30) → [Custom Bracketing] → [White Balance ] and press the button to display the White Balance BKT...

  • Page 94: Color Mode Bracketing

    ADJUSTING WHITE BALANCE The standard value of the white balance can be finely adjusted. On the White Balance Bracket Setting screen, press the button to display the White Balance Adjustment screen. Press the buttons to adjust. If the current setting is used without changing the value, press the button.
  • Page 95 Select the Color Mode to be allocated from the list at the lower section of the screen by using the buttons. Finalize with the button.  When cancelling the allocated Color Mode, select [ - ] (no allocation) from the list. Press the button to finalize.

  • Page 96: Tone Control

    CAUTION !! Once you set the Custom Bracketing, the camera will continuously hold  that Custom Bracketing. To cancel the Custom Bracketing, Select [Off] from [ Capture Settings] (P.30) → [Custom Bracketing]. The set number of images are processed based on one shot data. ...

  • Page 97: 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 98: 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.30) All items in [  Exposure mode (M, S, A, P) (P.49) ...

  • Page 99: Using The External Flash

    ELECTRONIC FLASH EF-630 (FOR SIGMA) (Sold separately) Optional Sigma Electronic Flash EF-630 (FOR SIGMA) with the STTL system allows you to use features such as Auto Flash with the sd Quattro. The Electronic Flash EF-630 (FOR SIGMA) lets you do even more, such as...

  • Page 100: Setting The Flash Mode

    SETTING THE FLASH MODE Some items of the external flash can be set from the camera side. The Flash Mode can be set by [ Capture Settings] (P.30) → [Flash]. RED-EYE REDUCTION FLASH (Red-eye) When taking a picture with flash, sometimes the person’s eyes reflects the flash light and the “redeye”...

  • Page 101: Flash Exposure Compensation

    When the [AF Assist Light] setting is set to [Off], the AF Assist Light  integrated in the camera is activated. When neither assist light is used, also set the [Built-in AF Assist Light] setting to [Off] (P.58). CAUTION!! The Flash Mode can not be set if the flashgun is not attached to the ...

  • Page 102: Using Eye-Fi Card (Eye-Fi Connected)

    Sync (1/180) or a shutter speed of 1/160 or lower. See the instruction manual of the particular flash used for additional information. The sd Quattro’s Sync.Terminal is compatible with plugs that have a  positive (+) polarity on the central pin and a negative (-) polarity on the shield.
  • Page 103 Once you insert the Eye-Fi card into the camera, it is possible to configure [Eye-Fi Setting] → [Eye-Fi Transfer] in [ Camera Settings] (P.30). Eye-Fi Transfer It disables the communication and image transfer functions of the card. Its function becomes as same as usual memory cards.
  • Page 104 It is possible to check the device information of the Eye-Fi card and the  status of Wireless communication. Information to check: Connected SSID MAC address of the Eye-Fi card Firmware version of the Eye-Fi card It is possible to check the information from [ Camera Settings] (P.30) →...

  • Page 105: Reviewing And Deleting Images

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

  • Page 106: Reviewing Images

    REVIEWING IMAGES The pictures captured by the sd Quattro can be reviewed in various ways. To review images captured by the sd 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 107: 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 108: 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 109: 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 110: 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 Number of Pixels 22 Exposure Compensation Value 2 Image Size 23 ISO Sensitivity 3 Aspect Ratio 24 Focus Mode * 4 Image Quality 25 Metering Mode...

  • Page 111: 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 112: 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 113: 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 button.

  • Page 114: 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.30) to select [Delete]. Select from the following options from the sub-menu. Select multiple files to delete.

  • Page 115: Other Reviewing Features

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

  • Page 116: 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 117 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 118: Marking Images

    “All marked” menu item in the Delete Menu (P.114). 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.30) to select [Mark].
  • Page 119 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 120: 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 121 (See  P.123) 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.30), and select [Rotate].

  • Page 122: 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 123: 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.30) → [OK Button Settings].

  • Page 124: 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 sd Quattro camera’s Slideshow feature. SLIDESHOW MENU Start an automated slideshow of all images on All Images the card.

  • Page 125: 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 126: Dpof (Digital Print Order Format)

    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 ...

  • Page 127: 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.84) 2 White Balance (P.69) 3 Image Quality (P.77) 4 Image Size (P.78) 5 Aspect Ratio (P.79) 6 Color Mode (P.90) 7 Color Space (P.97)
  • Page 128 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 129: Changing Other Settings

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

  • Page 130: File Numbering System

    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 sd Quattro image files will be stored to ###SIGMA folder of the DCIM folder in the card.

  • Page 131: To Change File Names

    TO CHANGE FILE NAMES File name of images can be selected from either “SDIM” or “SDQ_”. Camera Settings] (P.30) → [File Name]. Select the setting from [ SDIM (Default) File name will be “SDIMxxxx.xxx”. SDQ_ File name will be “SDQ_xxxx.xxx”. The number in the file name will be continuous even after changing the ...
  • Page 132 Information screen (P.111). 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 133: Customize The Display Of Lcd Monitor

    Select to finalize the entered information. It will then go back to the previous screen. button will cancel the characters entered, and it goes back  to the previous screen. Deleting characters Using the front/rear dials, place the cursor after the letters you wish to delete and press the button.
  • Page 134 Display Info Shooting information to display can be selected. Standard Minimum (Default) Drive Mode ○ White Balance (Filtering Effect) ○ AE Lock / AF Lock *1 ○ ○ Image Size, Aspect Ratio, Image Quality ○ Auto Bracketing / SFD Mode *1 ○...
  • Page 135 Font Size Font Size for shooting information can be selected. Normal Display in normal size. Large Display in large size. 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)

  • Page 136: Electronic Level

    Date / Time Date and Time can be displayed. No display. Date Display Date only. Time Display Time only. Date + Time Display both Date and Time. Electronic Level An Electronic level that is useful in determining composition can be displayed.

  • Page 137: Customizing The Dial

    ADJUSTMENT OF ELECTRONIC LEVEL Electronic level’s tilt can be adjusted. Select from [ Camera Settings] (P.30) → [Adjust Electronic Level]. Place the camera on a horizontal surface, and press the button. The new adjustment value is recorded. To reset, press the button.
  • Page 138 DIAL ROTATION It is possible to reverse the dial direction. Capture Settings] (P.30) → [Dial Rotation]. It is possible to set from [ Select the option you want to change by using buttons. Then select [Original] or [Reverse] and press the button to apply the setting.

  • Page 139: Lock Switch Setting

    LOCK SWITCH SETTING It is possible to customize the contents to be locked with the LOCK switch. Select the setting from [ Camera Settings] (P.30) → [Operation in LOCK Mode]. All operations are prohibited whilst the camera is locked. When the time set to Auto Power Off (P.140) ...

  • Page 140: Lcd Off And Auto Power Off

    LCD OFF AND AUTO POWER OFF The sd 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 141: Eco Mode

    ECO MODE ECO Mode saves battery usage by reducing the brightness of the LCD monitor and frame rate when the camera has not been used for 10 seconds. Camera Settings] (P.30) → [ECO Mode]. Set to [On] from [ Off (Default) Set to Standard Mode.

  • Page 142: Power Grip Pg-41 Settings

    AF Volume Timer Volume It is possible to reduce the volume using the button and increase using button and press the button. It is possible to set the volume from 0 to 5 in six increments.  Setting of 0 does not make sound. ...

  • Page 143: Reset To The Defaults

    WARNING !! When the images are shot with the camera held in an inclined angle,  setting upward or downward, the automatic locking function may not work properly. 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.30) →...

  • Page 144: Connecting To A Computer Or Tv

    CONNECTING TO A COMPUTER OR TV...

  • Page 145: Connecting To A Computer

    [Mass Storage]. When the camera (Default) is connected to the computer, the camera is recognized as a removal disc (device). When operating the camera from SIGMA Capture Camera Control Pro installed in the computer, select [Camera Control]. Camera Set to either mode from [ Settings] (P.30) →...

  • Page 146: Transferring Images To A Computer

    It is possible to change the camera settings for shooting from a computer.  For details and how to use SIGMA Capture Pro, please refer to the help  in SIGMA Capture Pro. SIGMA Capture Pro can be downloaded free of charge from the ...

  • Page 147: Connecting To A Tv

    CONNECTING TO A TV By connecting the camera to the television with a commercially available HDMI cable, the recorded images can be viewed on the television screen. Moreover, shooting while viewing the images displayed on the television is also possible. Prepare the commercially-available HDMI cable with the HDMI terminal ...

  • Page 148: Reference

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

  • Page 149: Optional Accessories

    ELECTRONIC FLASH EF-630 (FOR SIGMA) Auto zoom flash with abundant light and STTL Automatic Exposure with the maximum guide number 63/m (207/ft) (ISO100). EF-630 (FOR SIGMA) allows you to use many advanced flash techniques such as “STTL system Auto Flash” or Multi Flash etc.

  • Page 150: Using A Home Power Supply

    USING A HOME POWER SUPPLY (sold separately) You can power the camera from a wall outlet using the provided AC Adapter SAC-7 and DC Connector CN-31. When using your camera for an extended period of time, reviewing the pictures or connecting the camera to a computer, we recommend that you operate the camera from a household power outlet.
  • Page 151 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 152: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE The sd Quattro camera contains a dust protector located inside the lens  mount. The dust protector is a very delicate device and care must be taken not to scratch its surface. Use a blower to remove dirt and dust from the dust protector.

  • Page 153: Cleaning The Image Sensor

    CLEANING THE IMAGE SENSOR Although the sd Quattro is equipped with a dust protector to prevent dust or dirt entering the camera, in rare circumstances, dust or dirt may adhere to the image sensor, causing black spots to appear on images. If this occurs, it may be necessary to clean the image sensor.
  • Page 154 If the dust or dirt cannot be removed with the above-mentioned  procedure, consult with Sigma authorized service personnel. If you see fingerprints on the glass portion of the dust protector, first use a blower to remove any dust, then gently wipe it with a soft, clean cloth.

  • Page 155: 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.21 - 24) LCD Monitor is set to OFF mode.
  • Page 156 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 157 The AF/M switch on the lens body is set to M. ► Set the AF/M switch on the lens to AF. (P.56) Camera shake is occurred. ► Use the flashguns or tripod. (P.99) 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.

  • Page 158: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS Camera Type Interchangeable-lens Digital Camera Lenses Used SIGMA SA mount interchangeable lenses Lens Mount SIGMA SA bayonet mount Equivalent to approx.1.5 times the focal length of Picture Angle the lens (for 35mm cameras) Image Sensor FOVEON X3 Direct Image Sensor (CMOS) Image Sensor Size 23.4 ×...
  • Page 159 AF/AEL button is pressed or shutter release button Focus Lock is pressed halfway Electronic viewfinder Viewfinder Type (approx. 2,360,000 pixels, color LCD monitor) Viewfinder Frame Coverage 100% Viewfinder Magnification approx. 1.1x (-1m , 50mm F1.4 - ∞) Approx. 21 mm (-1m ) from the final surface of the Eyepoint lens...
  • Page 160 Quattro SIGMA CORPORATION OF AMERICA Tested To Comply 15 Fleetwood Court, Ronkonkoma, NY 11779, U.S.A. With FCC Standards TEL: 631 585 1144 FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the...

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