The following video presents Sigma Aizu, Chapter II:
“Starting with the「Sigma Global Vision」released at Photokina 2012, the movie「SIGMA Aizu, Japan」has produced a sensation and made a big hit.
This time, we are pleased to introduce the sequent of the movie「SIGMA Aizu, Japan」.
Our products are somehow imbued with the essence of our homeland, blessed as it is with clean air and water, and focused, hard-working people. To pursue optimal quality, the vast majority of Sigma’s manufacturing right down to molds and parts – is carried out under an integrated self-manufacturing production system, within the company.
We sincerely invite you to enjoy this exclusive movie embodies the craftsmanship that thrives in Aizu factory.
(Feb.2014)
「Sigma’s craftsmanship」
http://www.sigma-global.com/en/about/… “
Sigma recently announced the availability of new firmware and support for the following SIGMA interchangeable lenses for Nikon D500 camera:
- SIGMA 35mm F1.4 DG HSM | Art – Nikon mount
- SIGMA 17-70mm F2.8-4 DC MACRO OS HSM | Contemporary – Nikon mount
- SIGMA 18-300mm F3.5-6.3 DC MACRO OS HSM | Contemporary – Nikon mount
- SIGMA 120-300mm F2.8 DG OS HSM | Sports – Nikon mount, when attached to TELE CONVERTER TC-1401 or TC-2001
* Lens firmware update is not necessary if the lens is not used with TELE CONVERTER TC-1401 or TC-2001.
This update resolves the phenomenon that the exposure may not be accurate when these SIGMA interchangeable lenses for NIKON are used on a Nikon D500.
For customers who own the SIGMA USB DOCK
Please update the lens firmware using SIGMA Optimization Pro.
* For customers who are using SIGMA Optimization Pro Ver1.2 or earlier, please ensure you update it to Ver1.3.
- Contact your local Authorized Sigma Dealer (check the Sigma Website for the authorized Sigma Dealer nearest you) for details on updating your lens(es) at their store. Please contact your local retailer to confirm details.
- “Contact our Service Department in Ronkonkoma, NY at 1-800-896-6858 or email us at info@sigmaphoto.com on the procedure to send your lens(es) in for updating. The firmware update and shipping back to you is free.” (https://www.sigmaphoto.com/article/sigma-optmization-pro-ver-13-is-available).
For customers who do not own the SIGMA USB DOCK
The lens firmware update will be provided free of charge. Please contact your nearest authorized SIGMA subsidiary / distributor.
NEWS RELEASE
Aug 7, 2016
For Nikon D500 Users
Thank you for purchasing and using our products.
We would like to announce the availability of new firmware and support for the lenses listed below. This update resolves the phenomenon that the exposure may not be accurate when these SIGMA interchangeable lenses for NIKON are used on a Nikon D500, which was released on April 28th, 2016 by Nikon Corporation.
For customers who own the applicable products listed below, please update the lens firmware in accordance with the following information.
[Applicable products]- SIGMA 35mm F1.4 DG HSM | Art – Nikon mount
- SIGMA 17-70mm F2.8-4 DC MACRO OS HSM | Contemporary – Nikon mount
- SIGMA 18-300mm F3.5-6.3 DC MACRO OS HSM | Contemporary – Nikon mount
- SIGMA 120-300mm F2.8 DG OS HSM | Sports – Nikon mount, when attached to TELE CONVERTER TC-1401 or TC-2001
* Lens firmware update is not necessary if the lens is not used with TELE CONVERTER TC-1401 or TC-2001.
For customers who own the SIGMA USB DOCK
Please update the lens firmware using SIGMA Optimization Pro.
* For customers who are using SIGMA Optimization Pro Ver1.2 or earlier, please ensure you update it to Ver1.3 from the following Download page before updating the lens firmware.
Download page: http://www.sigma-global.com/download/
For customers who do not own the SIGMA USB DOCK
The lens firmware update will be provided free of charge. Please contact your nearest authorized SIGMA subsidiary / distributor.
For further information, please contact your nearest authorized SIGMA subsidiary / distributor.
http://www.sigma-photo.co.jp/english/network/index.html
The following video presents Introducing the new Nikon D500 DX-format HD-SLR camera:
“In this video, Nikon Canada’s Mark Cruz provides an overview of the new D500 DX-format HD-SLR camera that’s packed with pro-level features and extreme processing power in a body that’s compact, durable and lightweight.
Like its sibling the D5, the D500 benefits from Nikon’s latest technological innovations. With a blazing fast Multi-CAM 20K 153-point AF system, 3.2-inch high resolution touchscreen LCD, the ability to record UHD 4K video files, an ISO range of 100-51,200 (expandable to 50-1,640,000 equivalent) and new Nikon SnapBridge, the D500 is suitable for photographers of all kinds.“
You can order / buy these Sigma lenses as well as the Nikon D500 and accessories at B&H (prices are in USD):
- Sigma 35mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art Lens for Nikon DSLR Cameras
- LensCoat Lens Cover for the Sigma 35mm f/1.4 DG HSM Lens (Realtree Max4 HD)
- LensCoat Lens Cover for the Sigma 35mm f/1.4 DG HSM Lens (Realtree AP Snow)
- LensCoat Lens Cover for the Sigma 35mm f/1.4 DG HSM Lens (Forest Green)
- LensCoat Lens Cover for the Sigma 35mm f/1.4 DG HSM Lens (Digital Camo)
- LensCoat Lens Cover for the Sigma 35mm f/1.4 DG HSM Lens (Black)
- Sigma Soft Padded Lens Case for 35mm f/1.4 DG HSM Art Lens
- Sigma 17-70mm f/2.8-4 DC Macro OS HSM Lens for Nikon
- Nimar Flat Port with Zoom Control for Sigma 17-70mm f/2.8-4 DC MACRO OS HSM Lens
- Sea & Sea Zoom Gear for Sigma 17-70mm f/2.8-4 DC MACRO OS HSM Lens in Port on MDX Housing
- Sigma 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3 DC MACRO OS HSM Contemporary Lens for Nikon F
- Sigma Lens Hood for 18-300mm f/3.5-6.3 DC MACRO OS HSM Lens
- Sigma 120-300mm f/2.8 DG OS HSM Lens for Nikon
- LensCoat Lens Cover for Sigma 120-300mm f/2.8 DG OS HSM Sports Lens (Black)
- LensCoat Lens Cover for Sigma 120-300mm f/2.8 DG OS HSM Sports Lens (Realtree Max4)
- LensCoat Lens Cover for Sigma 120-300mm f/2.8 DG OS HSM Sports Lens (Digital Camo)
- LensCoat Lens Cover for Sigma 120-300mm f/2.8 DG OS HSM Sports Lens (Forest Green Camo)
- LensCoat Lens Cover for Sigma 120-300mm f/2.8 DG OS HSM Sports Lens (Realtree AP Snow)
- Nikon D500 DSLR Camera (Body Only)
- NIKON D500 16-80MM VR LENS KIT
- Nikon MB-D17 Multi Power Battery Pack for D500
- Nikon WT-7A Wireless Transmitter for D500