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C21EN0291
E ENGLISH
Digital Single Lens Reflex Camera
USER’S MANUAL
This manual explains how to use SIGMA SD9 digital SLR camera.
Please refer to the SIGMA Photo Pro User Guide, which is available in the PDF
format of the supplied CD-ROM, to get information about installation of SIGMA
Photo Pro software to your computer, connection between camera and computer
and for detailed explanation of SIGMA Photo Pro software.
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Thank you for purchasing the Sigma Digital Autofocus Camera The Sigma SD9 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 SD9 delivers superior-quality digital images by combining Sigma’s extensive interchangeable lens line-up with the revolutionary Foveon X3 image sensor. You will get t
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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 this 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
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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 or EF-500 DG ST, which
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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 affected.
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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 SD9 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 7 2 8 3 4 9 5 6 10 11 21 12 13 22 14 23 15 24 16 17 25 15 18 26 19 27 20 28 29 11
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DESCRIPTION OF THE PARTS 36 30 37 31 38 32 33 34 39 40 35 41 1. DUST PROTECTOR 22. C-DIAL COMMAND DIAL 2. LENS MOUNT 23. SHUTTER BUTTON 3. LENS RELEASE BUTTON 24. TOP LCD PANEL 4. BATTERY COVER 25. RELEASE SOCKET 5. POWER PACK CONNECTION COVER 26. CF CARD COVER 6. TRIPOD SOCKET 27. EXPOSURE COMPENSATION BUTTON 7. DEPTH-OF-FIELD PREVIEW BUTTON 28. AE LOCK BUTTON 8. REMOTE CONTROL SENSOR 29. MODE SELECTOR 9. CONNECTOR COVER 10. BATTER
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TOP LCD PANEL SOUND SETTING APERTURE VALUE SHUTTER SPEED METERING MODE COUNTER SENSITIVITY REMOTE CONTROL AF MODE AUTO BRACKETING BATTERY INDICATORS SENSITIVITY SETTING AUTO WHITE EXPOSURE METER 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- DIAL 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 SD9 camera has many advanced features. This section, describes basic camera operation. You can find more details in following sections. Load the batteries (P.19) Be sure the batteries are oriented correctly. Incorrect positioning of the poles may damage the camera. 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
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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) posi
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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 mo
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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 viewfinder.
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LOADING THE BATTERIES The SD9 uses two sets of batteries. Make sure that both sets of batteries are in place before using the camera. LOADING THE LITHIUM BATTERIES Two CR123A or two DL123A ; for mechanical operation of the camera Be sure that the “D”-dial is set to the OFF position. Then use a coin or similar 1 object to turn the battery cover lock to the OPEN position. Insert the lithium batteries into the chamber according to the + and – marks as 2 indicated. Close the bat
