SIGMA Announced Ver.3.00 Firmware Update for its fp Compact Full-Frame Camera
SIGMA Announced Ver.3.00 Firmware Update for its fp Compact Full-Frame Camera

SIGMA Announced Ver.3.00 Firmware Update for its fp Compact Full-Frame Camera

2021-05-30
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SIGMA has announced the development of a Ver.3.00 firmware update for its fp compact full-frame camera. The update includes various functions such as new “Color Modes” (Powder Blue, Duotone), compatibility with the SIGMA Electronic Viewfinder EVF-11, and more.

The SIGMA fp and EVF-11
The SIGMA fp and EVF-11

SIGMA fp: The smallest camera to record ProRes RAW

The SIGMA fp was defined as the world’s smallest full-frame mirrorless camera. Well, at least till the introduction of its successor, the fp L which has much more megapixels, but the same sensor size. Coupled with the Ninja V, the fp creates an ultra-compact shooting package that delivers ProRes RAW in 4K UHD up to 30p and HD up to 120p, from its full-frame sensor (36X24mm). Now, SIGMA is updating and fp firmware to be compatible with the new EVF-11, plus more features.

ProRes RAW recording on the Sigma fp: Atomos Ninja V on the Sigma fp
ProRes RAW recording on the Sigma fp: Atomos Ninja V on the Sigma fp

Ver.3.00 firmware update

The Ver.3.00 firmware update is relevant to the fp model and adds various functions such as new “Color Modes” (Powder Blue, Duotone), compatibility with the SIGMA Electronic Viewfinder EVF-11, and the ability to save/load camera settings using QR codes. SIGMA emphasizes that the development of this firmware is at its final stage, and will be available to download from Thursday, June 3, 2021. Furthermore, SIGMA is also preparing a firmware update for the EVF-11, which will be made available on June 3.

The Atomos Ninja V on the Sigma fp
The Atomos Ninja V on the Sigma fp

Ver.3.00 highlights for the SIGMA fp:

  1. It becomes compatible with the SIGMA ELECTRONIC VIEWFINDER EVF-11
  2. It adds new color modes “Powder Blue” and “Duotone”
  3. It enables users to save and load camera settings using QR codes
  4. It adds the “Quick Focus Frame Shift” function
  5. It increases the number of functions that can be assigned to Custom Buttons
  6. It enhances the “Flicker Control” function
  7. It improves AF operation to achieve better stability
  8. It improves the image quality of JPEG files
  9. It adds the “Custom Frame” option to Frame Guide

The Ver.3.00 firmware update will be available to download from Thursday, June 3, 2021, on the SIGMA website

Atomos Ninja V on the Sigma fp
Atomos Ninja V on the Sigma fp

Summary

With this firmware update, it seems that the fp closes the gap compared to the blown-up megapixel model (fp L) which also costs 30% more. If you shoot only videos, you should consider purchasing the more affordable model, since the L hasn’t owned many advantages, compared to its predecessor.

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