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Thank you for purchasing
the Sigma Digital Autofocus Camera
The Sigma SD10 Digital SLR camera is a technical breakthrough! It is powered
by the Foveon® X3™ image sensor, the world’s first image sensor to capture
red, green and blue light at each and every pixel. A high-resolution digital
single-lens reflex camera, the SD10 delivers superior-quality digital images by
combining Sigma’s extensive interchangeable lens line-up with the
revolutionary Foveon X3 image sensor.
You will g
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NOTES ON COPYRIGHT This camera is intended only for personal use and should never be used in a way that infringes upon or contravenes international or domestic copyright laws and regulations. In addition, although it is intended purely for personal use, some restrictions may be applied to the photographing of demonstrations, performances, shows, exhibitions, or commercial properties, etc. Copyright or other legal rights should not be contravened. ■FOVEON is a registered trademark of Fo
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TABLE OF CONTENTS PACKAGE CONTENTS / ACCESSORIES.......................................................................... 2 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ................................................................................................... 5 HANDLING PRECAUTIONS............................................................................................... 8 DESCRIPTION OF THE PARTS........................................................................................11 TOP LCD PANEL...
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AE LOCK .......................................................................................................................... 54 EXPOSURE COMPENSATION ........................................................................................ 55 AUTO BRACKETING........................................................................................................ 56 REMOTE CONTROLLER (RS-11 AND RS-21) ................................................................ 58 DEPTH-OF-FIELD PR
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS To avoid causing damage or injury, please read this instruction manual carefully, before using the camera. Please take special note of the following two cautionary symbols. Using the product and disregarding this warning sign may Warning !! cause serious injury or other dangerous results. Using the product disregarding this caution sign may cause Caution !! injury or damage. This symbol denotes warning or point, where caution is required. Symbol contains info
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS The AC Adapter is designed for use with this product only. Do not use it with any other appliance. Doing so may cause overheating, fire, electric shock or injury. If the adapter is emitting smoke, generating a strange odor or making an abnormal noise, while in use, disconnect the power plug from the outlet immediately. Otherwise, fire or electric shock may result. If water or a foreign object gets into the adapter, unplug from the AC outlet immediately. It c
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS CAUTION (AC ADAPTER) Do not pull the AC power cord when disconnecting the AC adapter from the AC outlet. It could cause fire or electric shock due to damaged cord. Always take hold of the moulded AC plug when unplugging it from the outlet. Do not cover the AC adapter with cloth, cushions, etc. It could cause excessive heat, deform the case, and cause fire. When this AC adapter is not being used, unplug it from the socket to ensure safety. CAUTION (CAMER
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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. Do not use this camera with any external flash unit other than Sigma Flash EF-500 DG SUPER SA-N or EF-500 DG ST SA
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HANDLING PRECAUTIONS HOW TO STORE THE CAMERA ■If you intend to store the camera for a long time, remove the batteries. ■ To avoid growth of fungus, store the camera and lens in a dry, cool and ventilated place with a drying agent such as silica gel. Keep your equipment away from chemicals. NOTE ON THE TFT COLOR LCD MONITOR ■ A few pixels may always be lit or may never light on the LCD monitor. This is not a failure or malfunction. Images recorded with the camera will not be affec
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HANDLING PRECAUTIONS NOTES ON THE TFT COLOR LCD MONITOR COVER A cover is provided to protect the TFT Color LCD Monitor of the SD10 from dirt and scratches. Before operating your camera or taking pictures, please remove the TFT Color LCD Monitor cover. Even if the TFT Color LCD Monitor cover is attached to the camera, the following operations are still possible. 1． Normal photography 2． Deleting the last image（P.66） TO REMOVE THE TFT COLOR LCD MONITOR COVER Pull up the
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DESCRIPTION OF THE PARTS 1 6 2 7 3 8 4 5 9 10 20 11 21 12 13 22 14 23 15 16 24 14 17 25 18 26 19 27 28 11
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DESCRIPTION OF THE PARTS 35 29 36 30 37 31 32 33 38 39 34 40 1. DUST PROTECTOR 22. SHUTTER BUTTON 2. LENS MOUNT 23. TOP LCD PANEL 3. BATTERY COVER 24. RELEASE SOCKET 4. POWER PACK CONNECTION COVER 25. CF CARD COVER 5. TRIPOD SOCKET 26. EXPOSURE COMPENSATION BUTTON 6. DEPTH-OF-FIELD PREVIEW BUTTON 27. AE LOCK BUTTON 7. REMOTE CONTROL SENSOR 28. MODE SELECTOR 8. CONNECTOR COVER 9. BATTERY LATCH 10. D-DIAL（DRIVE DIAL） 29. MAIN MENU BUTT
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TOP LCD PANEL SOUND SETTING APERTURE VALUE SHUTTER SPEED METERING MODE COUNTER / SENSITIVITY REMOTE CONTROL AUTO BRACKETING AF MODE SENSITIVITY SETTING BATTERY INDICATORS EXPOSURE METER AUTO WHITE BALANCE RESOLUTION VIEWFINDER CENTER AREA METERING AUTO FOCUS FRAME FLASH INDICATOR EXPOSURE METER AUTO BRACKETING FOCUS INDICATOR APERTURE VALUE SHUTTER SPEED AE LOCK INDICATOR 13
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CONTROL DIALS D-DI AL AUTO BRACKETING MIRROR LOCK-UP SELF-TIMER (2s) SELF-TIMER (10s) DRIVE AREA CONTINUOUS SHOOTING SINGLE FRAME SHOOTING POWER OFF S-DIAL / MODE SELECTOR MANUAL EXPOSURE SETTING SHUTTER SPEED PRIORITY AE APERTURE PRIORITY AE PROGRAM AE 14
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BASIC OPERATION AND QUICK REFERENCE The SD10 camera has many advanced features. This section, describes basic camera operation. You can find more details in later sections. Load the batteries (P.19) Load the Lithium CRV-3 (2pcs) or AA type batteries (4pcs) as indicated on the inside of the battery case. The AC adapter and AC cable can be used with a household power supply. (P.22) Mount the lens (P.23) Align the red mark on the camera’s lens mount with the
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BASIC OPERATION AND QUICK REFERENCE Set the language (P.25) Set the date and time (P.26) Loading the Compact-Flash Card (P.27) Slide the cover release button and open the CF card cover. Position the CF card label facing toward you as shown in the illustration and push the CF card gently all the way into the slot. (*The eject button pops out ) Close the CF card cover until it clicks shut. Turn the “D”-dial to the □ (single frame shooting) po
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BASIC OPERATION AND QUICK REFERENCE Select the exposure mode （P.37） Set the “Mode”-Selector to P “Program AE” position Focus （P.43） Compose the subject on the Focusing Screen in the viewfinder, and then press the shutter button “Half-way” to activate exposure metering and autofocus. Take a picture Press the shutter button “All-the way-down” to take a picture Review the image.（P.63） The image is displayed for 2 seconds on the LCD mon
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PREPARATION This section describes necessary preparations before using the camera. ATTACHING THE CARRY STRAP 1 Undo the strap end. 2 Thread the Finder Cap onto the strap. 3 Attach the carry strap as shown. HOW TO USE THE FINDER CAP When using the self-timer or remote control, cover the viewfinder eyepiece with the Finder Cap, to prevent stray light from entering the camera. 1 Remove the eyecup from the viewfinder. 2 Attach the Finder Cap onto the
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LOADING THE BATTERIES The SD10 camera uses two lithium CR-V3 or 4pcs “AA” type batteries. TO INSERT THE BATTERIES 1 Be sure to set the “D” –Dial to the OFF position. Turn the battery latch in the direction of the arrow to unlock and then pull out the battery case. 2 Insert the batteries as indicated on the battery compartment. 3 Insert the battery case into the camera; turn the battery latch to the opposite position to lock. 19
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LOADING THE BATTERIES When using the SD10 camera in a cold environment, we recommend you use of CR-V3 battery, which is comparatively stronger against low temperature. AA Type Batteries that can be used with SD10 Camera; Ni-Mh “Nickel-Metal Hydride”, Nickel Zinc Primary Batteries. This camera cannot be used for battery charging. Use only the recommended chargers of the battery makers, when you use Ni-Mh “Nickel-Metal Hydride” Batteries. WARNING!! • Always use batteries of s
