[LRflex] Re: No subject

  • From: Charlie Falke <chfalke@xxxxxxx>
  • To: leicareflex@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
  • Date: Thu, 01 Apr 2010 11:52:47 -0400

On 4/1/2010 11:22 AM, Walter Kramer wrote:
> Charlie,
>
> The sigma SD15 it seems is about to be released using the same sensor
> but with improved software, ISO and ergs.  As far as full frame is
> concerned I think one of the big boys has to move forward with the
> foveon design or something like it to cater for that market.  I guess it
> would be a big risk for Sigma.  I am not a pro but for me the foveon
> sensor when conditions are within the limitations of the camera deliver
> the best results.  No question, in my eyes other digital platforms look
> flat.  The sigma hit rate with my R lenses is lower than using this
> glass on a Pana or Digilux but when it hits well the only comparison is
> Ektar 100.  Foveon looks alive like film does, a lot of other digital
> seem one dimensional.
>
> Walter
>    

Walter,
    It's a remarkable effect when it's working.  I wonder how much is the
sensor and how much is in the firmware?

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