FAQ
Camera
What 4TB SSD products are recommended to use with the fp / fp L?
The Rugged SSD by LaCie is the recommended 4TB SSD to use with the fp / fp L.ch phông chữ và màu sắc của đoạn văn của bạn.
Is it possible to charge fp series with a mobile battery?
A mobile battery that complies with the USB BC standard is available. However, we cannot guarantee products that have not been verified by us.
What is the shutter speed that can be synchronized with fp L when shooting with a flash?
The shutter speed for flash photography at fp L is 1/15 second or less. However, when 14bit DNG (default DNG setting is14bit) is selected, it will be 1/10 second or less.
Is it possible to supply power to fp L while delivering (shooting) via the Web?
It is possible. However, it depends on the amount of current supplied from the USB terminal of the PC used.
What formats does fp series' RAW recording for videos support?
Cinema DNG is the only RAW that can be recorded directly with the camera. Prores RAW and Blackmagic RAW are supported for RAW recorded by external devices via HDMI.
fp L | Recommended accessories
fp | Recommended accessories
I don't seem to be able to select the electronic image stabilization setting on the fp series.
You can select the electronic image stabilization on the fp series only when the in-lens optical image stabilization is turned off. In addition, it may not be available to choose with certain settings, such as when shooting DNG or at extended ISO settings.
When you place the cursor over an grayed-out item on the menu, a message will appear that explains why the item cannot be selected.
Can the electronic and optical stabilization be used together on the fp series?
No, you cannot use the electronic and optical stabilization at the same time on the fp series.
What makes Foveon sensors different from other regular sensors?
Unlike regular sensors that capture information of just one color per pixel, the SIGMA sensors are revolutionary full-color image sensors that are capable of capturing full-color information with a three-layer structure. This removes the necessity for color interpolation, and makes images in principle free of color artifacts, which means that there is no need for a low-pass filter. Foveon sensors can capture all the light and color information, creating high-resolution three-dimensional images that look very realistic.
Lens
What is the HLA (High-response Linear Actuator) motor?
How suitable is the SIGMA 14mm F1.4 DG DN | Art for video recording, especially in regard to focus breathing?
Focus breathing will occur, but it is kept to a relatively small amount.
Is it possible to attach the sheet-type filter for the SIGMA 14mm F1.4 DG DN | Art to the SIGMA 14mm F1.8 DG HSM | Art for DSLR cameras?
No. The SIGMA 14mm F1.4 DG DN | Art has a different shaped filter holder than the SIGMA 14mm F1.8 DG HSM | Art (FHR-11 for Canon EF mount). The sheet filter cannot be shared.
Is SIGMA's Mount Conversion Service available for SIGMA lenses with other mounts to be changed to fit for Nikon Z mount?
There are currently no plans for the service to be available for lenses for Nikon Z mount.
What direction does the focus ring turn on the SIGMA DN Lens ?
For Sony E-mount, L-Mount, Canon EF-M mount, and Micro Four Thirds mount :
the focus shifts clockwise to near distance and counterclockwise to far distance.
For FUJIFILM X Mount and Nikon Z mount :
the focus turns counterclockwise for short distances and clockwise for long distances.
Why does the SIGMA 50mm F1.4 DG DN | Art make a sound when the lens is shaken?
The focusing lens group of SIGMA lenses equipped with the HLA (High-response Linear Actuator) motor is not fixed in position when the power to the lens is off, which means the lens may make a sound when shaken along the optical axis. This is completely normal.
Even if I lock the MFL switch the focus moves.
When the MFL switch is set to the LOCK position, the focus ring operation is disabled, but AF operation is possible. So please check if the setting is set to AF.
Also, even with the MF setting, there are some camera bodies that temporarily operate AF by operating the AF-ON button, so please check the camera body settings.
When set to linear focus, it is no longer possible to focus finely.
Focusing accuracy may decrease when the rotation angle is small. If there is a problem with accuracy, set a larger angle of rotation (a large focus throw) or set to non-linear focusing.
My lens supports linear focus, but the menu is not displayed.
Update the lens firmware to the latest version and the menu will be displayed.
Can the I series' metal cap be used with a filter attached?
No. For this reason, we have also included a plastic lens cap. Also, please note that it cannot be used together with the metal cap hood.
Can I have the mount of my interchangeable lens converted?
Yes, you can use our Mount Conversion Service to have the mount of your interchangeable lens converted to another for a fee.
Please refer to the following page for details, including how to use the service, list of products covered by the service, conversion fees, etc.
What kinds of correction does the "Lens Optical Correction" do?
The following three kinds of correction are available: peripheral illumination correction, chromatic aberration, and distortion correction.
Note:
・Function available on supported cameras only. Available corrections or auto correction functionality may vary depending on the camera model.
・On cameras where lens aberration correction is controlled with ‘ON’ or ‘OFF’ in the camera menu, please set all aberration correction functions to ‘ON'(AUTO).
Is it correct to consider that lenses and cameras are compatible with each other as long as they are both developed under L-Mount standard?
Yes, that is correct.
Cine Lens
What is the HLA (High-response Linear Actuator) motor?
How suitable is the SIGMA 14mm F1.4 DG DN | Art for video recording, especially in regard to focus breathing?
Focus breathing will occur, but it is kept to a relatively small amount.
Is it possible to attach the sheet-type filter for the SIGMA 14mm F1.4 DG DN | Art to the SIGMA 14mm F1.8 DG HSM | Art for DSLR cameras?
No. The SIGMA 14mm F1.4 DG DN | Art has a different shaped filter holder than the SIGMA 14mm F1.8 DG HSM | Art (FHR-11 for Canon EF mount). The sheet filter cannot be shared.
Is SIGMA's Mount Conversion Service available for SIGMA lenses with other mounts to be changed to fit for Nikon Z mount?
There are currently no plans for the service to be available for lenses for Nikon Z mount.
What direction does the focus ring turn on the SIGMA DN Lens ?
For Sony E-mount, L-Mount, Canon EF-M mount, and Micro Four Thirds mount :
the focus shifts clockwise to near distance and counterclockwise to far distance.
For FUJIFILM X Mount and Nikon Z mount :
the focus turns counterclockwise for short distances and clockwise for long distances.
Why does the SIGMA 50mm F1.4 DG DN | Art make a sound when the lens is shaken?
The focusing lens group of SIGMA lenses equipped with the HLA (High-response Linear Actuator) motor is not fixed in position when the power to the lens is off, which means the lens may make a sound when shaken along the optical axis. This is completely normal.
Even if I lock the MFL switch the focus moves.
When the MFL switch is set to the LOCK position, the focus ring operation is disabled, but AF operation is possible. So please check if the setting is set to AF.
Also, even with the MF setting, there are some camera bodies that temporarily operate AF by operating the AF-ON button, so please check the camera body settings.
When set to linear focus, it is no longer possible to focus finely.
Focusing accuracy may decrease when the rotation angle is small. If there is a problem with accuracy, set a larger angle of rotation (a large focus throw) or set to non-linear focusing.
My lens supports linear focus, but the menu is not displayed.
Update the lens firmware to the latest version and the menu will be displayed.
Can the I series' metal cap be used with a filter attached?
No. For this reason, we have also included a plastic lens cap. Also, please note that it cannot be used together with the metal cap hood.
Can I have the mount of my interchangeable lens converted?
Yes, you can use our Mount Conversion Service to have the mount of your interchangeable lens converted to another for a fee.
Please refer to the following page for details, including how to use the service, list of products covered by the service, conversion fees, etc.
Accessory
What is the HLA (High-response Linear Actuator) motor?
How suitable is the SIGMA 14mm F1.4 DG DN | Art for video recording, especially in regard to focus breathing?
Focus breathing will occur, but it is kept to a relatively small amount.
Software
What is the HLA (High-response Linear Actuator) motor?
Service
What is the HLA (High-response Linear Actuator) motor?
How suitable is the SIGMA 14mm F1.4 DG DN | Art for video recording, especially in regard to focus breathing?
Focus breathing will occur, but it is kept to a relatively small amount.
Is it possible to attach the sheet-type filter for the SIGMA 14mm F1.4 DG DN | Art to the SIGMA 14mm F1.8 DG HSM | Art for DSLR cameras?
No. The SIGMA 14mm F1.4 DG DN | Art has a different shaped filter holder than the SIGMA 14mm F1.8 DG HSM | Art (FHR-11 for Canon EF mount). The sheet filter cannot be shared.