Sigma dp3 Quattro Digital Camera and LVF-01 LCD Viewfinder Kit
Interesting Challenge
This will be a review in progress, and the reason is simple: like when I transitioned from film to digital a decade ago--after 45+ years with film cameras--the Foveon sensor in this camera, like the ergonomics of the camera itself, demand a new way of thinking. Or, perhaps more accurately, a return to thinking photography. This, as you've read elsewhere, is not the camera for street photography, rapid fire shooting with little setup. My Canon 5D... Show More
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Ergonomics OK. Focus points, not so much.
The design of this camera is worthy of a Red Dot award. And it really isn't a case of form over function. Truthfully, I find no issues with the ergonomics of the Sigma dp Quattro series cameras. In fact, without the optional OVF, this feels very similar to shooting with a cell phone in landscape. But as this is best suited for low ISO, it is more at home on a tripod for planned shots anyway, making the ergonomic argument moot. And that is where t... Show More
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Gem
I purchased this camera after intensive research and was mentally prepared for all its shortcomings. I found I was able to adapt to it very quickly. Overall, I think the operation doesnt feel too much different from any other camera its menu system is actually very simple and intuitive, and all essential settings are easily accessible. Its really an ISO100 only camera, so as soon as you realize the shutter speed is slower than 1/50 or so, you k... Show More
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Fits perfectly into its niche
Lets get this bit straight: the only reason youd ever buy a Sigma body is for the foveon sensor. For those reading this that may not know what a foveon sensor is, its a triple stacked color filter that allows reds, greens, and blues (RGB) to be represented at every pixel. This is different from the Bayer filter where only one of RGB can be represented at each pixel. Most other cameras (Canon, Nikon, Sony, etc) have this Bayer filter (the one nota... Show More
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fun camera to experiment with
very sharp lens, easy to learn camera, what i like best is shooting in raw and doing the in-camera processing. i've also downloaded the sigma photo processing software to my computer, but end up using the in-camera processing because it's easy. very high quality images if you follow the advice you read here on other reviews.
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Foveon sensors are the best.
This camera is very interesting. It doesn't shoot video, the battery life is relatively short (which is why 2 are provided), autofocus is average, there is no image stabilization, the Sigma software takes a little time to process, and you should probably shoot at the base ISO of 100, and certainly not over 400 unless you are doing monochrome. Those are the negatives. And the truth is they really don't matter because once you see the RAW images pr... Show More
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Foveon sensors are the best.
This camera is very interesting. It doesn't shoot video, the battery life is relatively short (which is why 2 are provided), autofocus is average, there is no image stabilization, the Sigma software takes a little time to process, and you should probably shoot at the base ISO of 100, and certainly not over 400 unless you are doing monochrome. Those are the negatives. And the truth is they really don't matter because once you see the RAW images pr... Show More
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sharp lens, easy to maneuver menus, great results
I was looking for something different, i've been a canon shooter for a long time. I wanted something small for travel, and something off the beaten path. I've enjoyed this camera in the 2+ months i've had it. the learning curve was short and not steep. i disagree with all the bad ergonomics complaints, i've found it easy to hold and easy to shoot. very nice colors, very nice RAW development in-camera, i've not even tried the sigma pro software be... Show More
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delivers the special images as promised by the sensor
I came to this camera from a Leica M. My decision was between a 21 mm additional lens or the dp0 lens+camera, at 1/2 the price compared to a Leica lens. The sensor is the one and only reason why one should buy this camera. It is awesome at its sweet point (iso100, f5.6, 60sec) and difficult in any other setting. This is a landscape camera and unbeatable at that. I record in jpeg fine, which read into lightroom no problem and convert to DNG. The uncompressed TIFF for that yields 79MB.
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For street photography?
I am a streetphotographer. The Sigma dp0 Quattro or any Sigma camera for that matter is not ideal for this kind of photography. Landscape or architectural photography where one can take his time, yes. The autofocus is slow. The writing speed is turtle pace. The shape is awkward which makes it difficult to access from a camera bag. Battery life is atrocious although it comes with two batteries which coincidentally is the same battery the Leica Q u... Show More
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One of a Kind
This is a highly specialized camera...and if you use it the way it was designed to be used, it will blow you away with its image quality. It's not a traditional point-and-shoot. It's a very slow camera, and, from my perspective, was designed to be used on a tripod. This camera does not do well at higher ISOs...but at low ISO, the image quality is incredible. The depth of color and contrast rivals any DSLR I've used, including the Nikon D810. The ... Show More
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The Best Camera.
Super super sharp. The best camera I ever use, particularly for people who used to work with medium format camera. Good price, go for it if you need Quality of ur image! Boom!
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Wow, just wow
The DP2 Quattro is not a camera for everyone. If you are willing to use a tripod, 100 osi speed, and Sigma's software. You can have some of the best images taken with a digital camera. It is a little quirky, but the images are worth the extra work. It is not for street photography, night photography, or sports photography. But for landscape photography where it shines. The 30mm lens on this camera is the sharpest I have ever used on a digital camera.
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Very good, will buy from you more often.
Simple and easy. Only concern is the delivery, they left a thousand dollars packaging in front of the door for 5 hours till I am back to home.
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Excellent Lens
Excellent lens. I always wanted an extreme wide angle lens, but couldn't afford one form my dslr. In the sigma I get the best color sensor and an excellent lens. Slow, yes, but my work requires slow and precise methodology. Could be happier.
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a very special tool, makes you want to shoot more
Like a track car, the DP3Q is supposed to be a one-trick pony. However its own, well-known limitations (400 ISO only for color, 800 for B&W, no stabilization, weak battery life...) push you to take it with you more and more, and challenge yourself to see if you can hand-hold it at 1/30s, take this funky angle despite the fixed screen, shoot raw even when you are a jpeg shooter despising the slow software, etc... The reason being...the files yield... Show More
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Great Images
Use this camera on a tripod if possible or rest it on a wall etc. when shooting. Be patient when it's processing. The camera takes approx 15sec to produce those very sharp images. Use this camera like you would a medium format camera. It's not for action, or continuous shooting. (Camera will heat up when left on and used for approx 15 min - it will auto shut down to cool off) This camera produces sharp, professional, great images !!! This is not ... Show More
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Great images from those who learn to use the camera
Others have written about the files from the Quattro series of cameras. I agree. I am an experienced analog and digital photographer who has heretofore concentrated on black and white capture and printing. There is little doubt that those who take the time to learn how to use the DP Quattro cameras for color capture will find that their images will rival cameras that cost thousands more. The Quattro is a camera that in my opinion is best used for... Show More
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Sigma Quattro- DP0
The camera and the 14mm lens not so balance well ,as the other DP models like the DP1 or the DP 2 because the 14mm lens much longer than other DP Quattro lens .Good for walking around wide angle in the city or as a hiking point & shoot camera.The 14mm f4.0 lens sharp and clear but it should be a f2,8 lens for this price ring camera .
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The most exciting camera in years
If you shoot wide angle, this should be part of your gear. Architecture and occasionally landscapes are what I shoot, and have used a Canon for about 12 or 13 years. The past 5-6 years have been a 5D or 6D with a TS-E 17mm, and didn't think anything new would come along to make me switch to another lens, much less camera. But the dp0 Quattro did exactly that. Build quality: 4/5 Surprising flaws: some of the black paint has come off along the edge... Show More
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Exceptional IQ
As a full-time college teacher of photography, I use this camera to create my art. I use the 21:9 ratio when taking pictures and this lens offers a very wide view. I also like the variety of controls this camera allows when shooting black and white images with it. The lens is very sharp and truly creates images that are exceptional in their range of tones. I also use the LCD viewfinder. I recommend this camera for its quality of build, design and IQ.
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Another Winner
For those interested in image quality in a portrait focal length camera, the DP3 Quattro delivers. I purchased this camera to use as a lightweight landscape camera along with the DP 2 Quattro. I also own a Nikon D800E, which this camera competes with from a resolution standpoint. While the camera has some quirkiness as far as design, speed of operation and speed of Sigma's RAW software, they aren't really factor considering overall image quality. If you are into landscape photography and still life type work, I'd recommend this camera.
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Truly outstanding results...
This is a highly qualified 5 start rating based on the unique Foveon sensor that only Sigma offers... I read all of the reviews I could find before taking advantage of the 1 week free loaner DP2 offer. After sending it back when the week was over I was quite ambivalent about it. However, after reviewing the images again and again on my iMac 5k screen it began to haunt me. I purchased the DP3 and have gotten truly outstanding results with headshot... Show More
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Medium format film like color renditions
Portraits Close ups in naturee. I photographed the same varigated rose with the DP3 Quattro (75mm equivalent in 35mm format, a Sony A7r with a Leica 90mm, a Fuji XT1 (my previous favorite color rendition camera)a Nikon D800 E with a Nikon 105mm macro lens and a Canon EOS 1Dx Mk III and a Canon 105mm macro lens and the colors from the DP3 were by far and a way the best! Fuji was a close second, and the other camera sensors bled the colors together... Show More
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