Sigma issues new firmware update for the FP camera and two L-mount lenses

Sigma FP
Benefits:
・ It has corrected a phenomenon affecting a very small number of individuals whereby DNG files could not be processed during interval timer shooting.
・ It has corrected a phenomenon whereby video footage appeared distorted when recorded in MOV format and UHD resolution.
・ It has corrected a phenomenon whereby video footage appeared distorted when Distortion Correction and Vignetting Correction operated incorrectly near infinity focus.
・ It has corrected a phenomenon whereby a card error occurred when using certain SD cards.
・ It has corrected the phenomenon whereby, depending on the Exposure Bracket setting, the camera would shoot bracketed exposures even when the function was set to off.
・ It has corrected a phenomenon whereby the brightness of the monitor changed depending on the subject even when the monitor exposure in M mode was set to “on”.
・ It has corrected a phenomenon whereby the monitor exposure display in M mode was not displayed correctly when using a mount adapter without an electronic contact.
・ It has corrected a phenomenon affecting a very small number of individuals whereby the power consumption was greater than usual when the power was turned off.

Download:  https://www.sigma-global.com/en/download/cameras/firmware/#fp

Sigma 14-24mm and 35mm L-mount lenses:
Benefits: The firmware update improves the performance of the Vignetting Correction.
Download: https://www.sigma-global.com/en/download/lenses/firmware

Sigma CEO confirms focus is now on development of lenses for mirrorless (no more lenses for DSLR?)

Sigma CEO Kazuto Yamaki unveiled the companies future lens strategy. He stated that their priority now is the release of new DC DN lenses:

‘Most new products in the future will be the DN series designed exclusively for mirrorless cameras. The DG DN series for full-size mirrorless, which is frequently

Additional note: I expect Sigma to soon announce the new 70-200mm f/2.8 L-mount lens.

L-mount news roundup…


10 Secret Settings the Panasonic S1H has other cameras DON’T (Plus Bonus Secrets)

Plenty of L-rumors readers images on our L-mount Facebook Group.
Brittany Nicole Boudoir Promo / Shot on the Panasonic S1H in V-LOG – 4k
Panasonic Lumix S1 – Hybride plein format (Panasonic France).
Panasonic S1H vs Sigma FP (Spenser Sakurai).

Links:
Panasonic S1R at Amazon, Adorama and BHphoto. In Europe at Calumet DE, ParkCameras, Jessops.
Panasonic S1 at Amazon, Adorama and BHphoto. In Europe at Calumet DE, ParkCameras, Jessops.
Panasonic S1H at Amazon, BHphoto. Adorama. FocusCamera. Park UK.
Panasonic 24-70mm f/2.8 S lens at Amazon, BHphoto. Adorama. FocusCamera. Park UK.
Panasonic 50mm f/1.4 S at Amazon, Adorama and BHphoto. In Europe at Calumet DE, ParkCameras, Jessops.
Panasonic 24-105mm f/4.0 S at Amazon, Adorama and BHphoto. In Europe at Calumet DE, ParkCameras, Jessops.
Panasonic 70-200mm f/4.0 S at Amazon, Adorama and BHphoto. In Europe at Calumet DE, ParkCameras, Jessops.

 

First images of the new TTArtisan 11mm f/2.8 Fisheye L-mount lens on the Sigma FP

You can get this lens now on Amazon US.

 

Kazuto Yamaki talks about the state of the L-mount alliance: satisfied with the products but not satisfied with the market share as it is now

The french magazine Phototrend interviewed Sigma CEO Kazuto Yamaki. Here are the key points:
* Sigma fp is the basis for the future of camera at Sigma
* Sigma doesn’t want to impose his view on how to use the Sigma fp
* In the future, Sigma thinks that all cameras will no longer use a mechanical shutter
* The most important characteristics of the Sigma fp is compactness and high quality images
* Sigma Foveon FF camera is late because of issues with the sensor design and manufacturing delay from vendors
* Sigma wants to differentiate itself from other competitors with Foveon sensor.
* They are building a new building at Aizu factory to improve the manufacturing process, not increasing the production capabilities
* Yamaki-san thinks there needs to be more lenses for the L-mount system
* In terms of market share, Sigma is not satisfied by the L-Mount Alliance. But according to Kazuto Yamaki it is still too early to draw conclusions. There needs to be 3 to 4 years after the launch to assess the results L-rumors
* Kazuto Yamaki is satisfied by the diversity of lenses and cameras offered by the members of the L-Mount Alliance.