09-22-2010, 11:34 AM
[quote name='Pinhole' timestamp='1285126104' post='3077']
Unless I missed something, it doesn't shoot video. It seems a bit odd, considering it's more or less standard these days. I wonder what the target audience is?
I'm curious to know what the sensor can deliver, but I'd want some features that the Sigma doesn't offer. Maybe they really should license the sensors, because I get the impression it is hampered by their package.
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I'd argue that Sigma are not going after the mass market like CaNikon and co. They can afford to target more specific groups with unique features, such as the sensor. I don't see lack of video as a barrier to a specialist product like this. I guess it'll be tough still, as it may be limiting for those buying into a new single system. If you already have a system, you don't want to duplicate your lens collection...
If the price can be kept low enough body only, then it might yet be economic to get as a 2nd system for specific applications. Then again, judging by the price of the SD15, this seems unlikely to happen. As such it'll be a premium price tool for those who really need it.
Unless I missed something, it doesn't shoot video. It seems a bit odd, considering it's more or less standard these days. I wonder what the target audience is?
I'm curious to know what the sensor can deliver, but I'd want some features that the Sigma doesn't offer. Maybe they really should license the sensors, because I get the impression it is hampered by their package.
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I'd argue that Sigma are not going after the mass market like CaNikon and co. They can afford to target more specific groups with unique features, such as the sensor. I don't see lack of video as a barrier to a specialist product like this. I guess it'll be tough still, as it may be limiting for those buying into a new single system. If you already have a system, you don't want to duplicate your lens collection...
If the price can be kept low enough body only, then it might yet be economic to get as a 2nd system for specific applications. Then again, judging by the price of the SD15, this seems unlikely to happen. As such it'll be a premium price tool for those who really need it.
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