NOTCINEMA Posted April 22, 2021 Share Posted April 22, 2021 SIGMA fp Firmware Ver. 2.03 I've upgraded the firmware to version 2.03. What to do with it now?.... sigma... a good gift from sigma. https://youtu.be/cEzkNkoVDY4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NOTCINEMA Posted April 22, 2021 Share Posted April 22, 2021 I posted a comment under the last sigma video about the problem... and they removed it in a minute. That's wonderful. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nimatu Posted May 12, 2021 Share Posted May 12, 2021 On 7/27/2020 at 6:55 AM, alanpoiuyt said: You might consider getting a Blackmagic Video Assist to record Braw from the FP instead of buying a new computer and lots of storage for the cDNG files. All 3 cameras will record Braw. My 2014 fully specced Macbook Pro handles Braw fine in Resolve. Of course you won't need the Video Assist for the BMPCCs. Hello! What the generation of BVA will be able to record braw? Can I buy the cheapest 1st generation for this? Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alanpoiuyt Posted May 13, 2021 Share Posted May 13, 2021 3 hours ago, Nimatu said: Hello! What the generation of BVA will be able to record braw? Can I buy the cheapest 1st generation for this? Thanks. I believe you if you have the latest firmware for the BVA and the FP you should be all set. Maybe double check with Blackmagic design support. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anaconda_ Posted May 17, 2021 Share Posted May 17, 2021 On 5/12/2021 at 11:38 PM, Nimatu said: Hello! What the generation of BVA will be able to record braw? Can I buy the cheapest 1st generation for this? Thanks. Only the 12g versions can record Braw. Is anyone here using EF lenses on their FP? I want to get the MC21, but it just seems so expensive for what it is. And I think Fotodiox stopped making their adapter. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
markr041 Posted May 18, 2021 Share Posted May 18, 2021 On 5/17/2021 at 9:33 AM, Anaconda_ said: Only the 12g versions can record Braw. Is anyone here using EF lenses on their FP? I want to get the MC21, but it just seems so expensive for what it is. And I think Fotodiox stopped making their adapter. Yes, I have used the EF 35mm f2.0, EF 28mm f2.8 and EF S 18-135, EF S 10-18, EF S15-85. All work well with the MC21 adapter - stabilization and push-to-focus-AF. Examples: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anaconda_ Posted May 24, 2021 Share Posted May 24, 2021 Yesterday I unexpectedly shot quite a bit with my FP and 5inch Video Assist. Man, what a combo! It's so small, and lightweight. The person I was filming told me half the time, he didn't even notice I was rolling, and of course when I put it next to my Pocket4k footage, it grades exactly the same, or possibly better. Very easy to match. I was thinking of selling the FP, because for the types of things I shoot, cDNG is just not viable (longform interviews). But then a deal for the VA12g came up, and I thought it'd give it a try. Now I'm completely sold. With this setup, I've turned a great camera that's was no fun for me to use, into a very fun, take anywhere cine-cam. My shoot yesterday was very unexpected, but I happened to have the camera in my satchel with a 28mm f2.8 FD lens. It was a dream setup, that I'm basically going to take everywhere from now on. jamesmary1987, Thomas Hill, meudig and 3 others 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jamesmary1987 Posted May 25, 2021 Share Posted May 25, 2021 Much obliged for sharing your data is exceptionally helpful for me. I need to purchase a camera for my Son. Reveal to me the best assortment of camera. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anaconda_ Posted June 4, 2021 Share Posted June 4, 2021 I just updated to V3.0 and wow, what a great update. Every button on the camera is now customisable. With my setup above, changing any settings in the quick menu means moving the VA out the way. But now I can have ISO on the front dial, shutter on the left and right buttons, volume on up and down. Then all the buttons along the bottom can be a whole host of over functions. To top it off, it also gives real 24p UHD cDNG. Jeez. https://www.sigma-global.com/en/cameras/fp/?tab=support&local=firmware bjohn, Noli and mercer 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bjohn Posted June 5, 2021 Share Posted June 5, 2021 18 hours ago, Anaconda_ said: With my setup above, changing any settings in the quick menu means moving the VA out the way. But now I can have ISO on the front dial, shutter on the left and right buttons, volume on up and down. Then all the buttons along the bottom can be a whole host of over functions. I really love the way you set it up; I've done something similar with my original Pocket Cinema Camera when using it on a glidecam and it's a great solution. These updates to the fp really have me seriously considering it as my next camera. I currently use an A7iii for stills but never for video (just not worth it, I can get so much better footage from my old Pocket or Micro Cinema cameras), but for travel I'd like to be able to use just one camera for stills and video. The fp has some drawbacks in the stills department (mainly the e-shutter) but there isn't any other hybrid camera that appeals to me. And since I only use adapted lenses I'd just need to get new L-mount adapters to use all my existing lenses with the fp. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mercer Posted June 6, 2021 Share Posted June 6, 2021 Are there any, current or former, 5D3 ML Raw users shooting with the FP now? In some ways, the FP feels like a sidestep, but there are some features... shutter angle, waveform monitor, dual gain iso, the smaller size, etc... that makes it very appealing. However, I still feel like the FP would be an intermediary, or side camera, for me until there's a true 5D3/ML Raw equivalent camera upgrade released. The R3 sounds very promising... but also very expensive. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators Andrew Reid Posted June 10, 2021 Author Administrators Share Posted June 10, 2021 What about the 1D X Mark III? Internal Canon RAW on a DSLR. It's definitely closest to 5D3 RAW in terms of image Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mercer Posted June 12, 2021 Share Posted June 12, 2021 On 6/10/2021 at 6:59 PM, Andrew Reid said: What about the 1D X Mark III? Internal Canon RAW on a DSLR. It's definitely closest to 5D3 RAW in terms of image I was thinking about that. The footage from the 1DX3 looks fantastic. I'm kinda hoping the R3 will either be cheaper, or drive the price of the IDX3 down. kye 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alt Shoo Posted June 28, 2021 Share Posted June 28, 2021 The Sigma fp series of cameras are very capable. I’m actually thrilled that I’m able to produce expensive images on a budget. This allows me to build out the accessories needed to run a smoother production. Here are some unprocessed screen grabs of a project I’m working on. I’ll be also using these cameras to film a series based on a popular subject within the Hip Hop industry. Also here’s a link of a comedy skit I filmed for an extremely known TikTok personality who is trying to build up her YouTube channel. I don’t follow the popular camera trends and what’s hot, hence my name here AltShoo which is an abbreviated form of Alternative Shooter. This is why I use the JVC-GYLS300 and even though the next camera I’m mentioning is the most “popular” camera in my arsenal, it’s still not a trendy tool, I own an EVA1. currensheldon, meudig and Chrad 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alt Shoo Posted June 30, 2021 Share Posted June 30, 2021 I tried to edit my previous post to include this link, but couldn’t. Anyways here’s a link to Atomos posting myself using their products along with the Sigma fp. https://www.instagram.com/p/CQueIeYnFCn/?utm_medium=copy_link kye 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ampsu Posted September 20, 2022 Share Posted September 20, 2022 So... Is UHD 24fps pixel binning or downsampling? Do we have a real answer to that by now? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TomTheDP Posted September 22, 2022 Share Posted September 22, 2022 On 9/20/2022 at 9:41 AM, ampsu said: So... Is UHD 24fps pixel binning or downsampling? Do we have a real answer to that by now? pixel binned on the Sigma FP for RAW Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anaconda_ Posted September 22, 2022 Share Posted September 22, 2022 Does anyone know of a way to have AF for stills, but MF for video - without having to tell the camera what to do each time you flick the switch? I've gone through the menu, and changed the Focus settings for video to complete MF, and even enabling tried AF + MF, but everytime I go to Stills and enable AF, it also enables AF for Cine mode. I really hope there's a way to keep them seperate. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OleB Posted September 22, 2022 Share Posted September 22, 2022 1 hour ago, Anaconda_ said: Does anyone know of a way to have AF for stills, but MF for video - without having to tell the camera what to do each time you flick the switch? I've gone through the menu, and changed the Focus settings for video to complete MF, and even enabling tried AF + MF, but everytime I go to Stills and enable AF, it also enables AF for Cine mode. I really hope there's a way to keep them seperate. Think that is possible if you configure one of the custom settings. C1 for example. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FHDcrew Posted September 22, 2022 Share Posted September 22, 2022 On 5/24/2021 at 9:16 AM, Anaconda_ said: Yesterday I unexpectedly shot quite a bit with my FP and 5inch Video Assist. Man, what a combo! It's so small, and lightweight. The person I was filming told me half the time, he didn't even notice I was rolling, and of course when I put it next to my Pocket4k footage, it grades exactly the same, or possibly better. Very easy to match. I was thinking of selling the FP, because for the types of things I shoot, cDNG is just not viable (longform interviews). But then a deal for the VA12g came up, and I thought it'd give it a try. Now I'm completely sold. With this setup, I've turned a great camera that's was no fun for me to use, into a very fun, take anywhere cine-cam. My shoot yesterday was very unexpected, but I happened to have the camera in my satchel with a 28mm f2.8 FD lens. It was a dream setup, that I'm basically going to take everywhere from now on. Old post I know. But do you leave this little setup rigged when placed in your camera bag? Do you leave the HDMI clamp in place? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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