I have been taking a variety of subjects, and what I have always valued is rendering of the atmosphere. I always take photographs wishing to capture and seal the atmosphere of the location in the images. However, after changing to digital cameras, and until I encountered the X3 direct image sensor, there were often times when I had trouble with rendering which appears to be planar. By using the SD1, I was able to feel the astonishing rendering of the atmosphere and stereoscopic effect. Cameras are always tools to express my feelings. However, I think that because they are tools, they must deliver what I want to express perfectly. Although post processing is often necessary to fulfill the images potential, the SD1 will surely be my best tool.
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In Shirakomaike, Nagano Prefecture, the native bush comprises the space. With the three-dimensional feeling that makes the front and back of each tree visible, time continuing from the past is sealed in the photograph.
- Camera:
- SIGMA SD1
- Lens:
- SIGMA 17-50mm F2.8 EX DC OS HSM
- Exposure Mode:
- A - Aperture Priority AE
- ISO Setting:
- 100
- White Balance Setting:
- Auto
- Shutter Speed:
- 1.0s
- Aperture Value:
- F11.0
- Focal Length:
- 33 mm
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In Shirakomaike, Nagano Prefecture, the roots of the native bush are coated with moss. Without the astonishing feeling of the air, this image would just be a descriptive photograph.
- Camera:
- SIGMA SD1
- Lens:
- SIGMA APO MACRO 150mm F2.8 EX DG OS HSM
- Exposure Mode:
- A - Aperture Priority AE
- ISO Setting:
- 100
- White Balance Setting:
- Auto
- Shutter Speed:
- 0.8s
- Aperture Value:
- F8.0
- Focal Length:
- 150 mm
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In Shirakomaike, Nagano Prefecture, one of the native bush trees is falling into decay. The look gives a sense of power. The quiet moment is captured in the photograph.
- Camera:
- SIGMA SD1
- Lens:
- SIGMA 17-50mm F2.8 EX DC OS HSM
- Exposure Mode:
- M - Manual Exposure
- ISO Setting:
- 100
- White Balance Setting:
- Auto
- Shutter Speed:
- 0.5s
- Aperture Value:
- F10.0
- Focal Length:
- 17 mm
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A portrait of an architect represents a man who has overcome numerous difficulties. The rendering of the beard seems to be proving that it is true.
- Camera:
- SIGMA SD1
- Lens:
- SIGMA APO MACRO 150mm F2.8 EX DG OS HSM
- Exposure Mode:
- M - Manual Exposure
- ISO Setting:
- 100
- White Balance Setting:
- Auto
- Shutter Speed:
- 1/60s
- Aperture Value:
- F10.0
- Focal Length:
- 150 mm
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Little musician playing music in the light from the window is well portrayed as if even the sound is captured in the photograph. The rendering of the smooth skin and hair is comfortable.
- Camera:
- SIGMA SD1
- Lens:
- SIGMA 85mm F1.4 EX DG HSM
- Exposure Mode:
- A - Aperture Priority AE
- ISO Setting:
- 200
- White Balance Setting:
- Daylight
- Shutter Speed:
- 1/50s
- Aperture Value:
- F2.2
- Focal Length:
- 85 mm
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A flower is inside a glass. Lights coming from the window are soft but very subtle. However, the SD1 certainly communicates the atmosphere. It enables great rendering by giving a stereoscopic effect to the souvenir umbrella in the background.
- Camera:
- SIGMA SD1
- Lens:
- SIGMA APO MACRO 150mm F2.8 EX DG OS HSM
- Exposure Mode:
- A - Aperture Priority AE
- ISO Setting:
- 100
- White Balance Setting:
- Auto
- Shutter Speed:
- 1/5s
- Aperture Value:
- F7.1
- Focal Length:
- 150 mm
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The hydrangea flowers are proudly in bloom as if they are competing. Photographs like this require the stereoscopic effect. There is a distinct appearance of solidity even in each blurred flower.
- Camera:
- SIGMA SD1
- Lens:
- SIGMA MACRO 70mm F2.8 EX DG
- Exposure Mode:
- A - Aperture Priority AE
- ISO Setting:
- 100
- White Balance Setting:
- Daylight
- Shutter Speed:
- 1/100s
- Aperture Value:
- F4.0
- Focal Length:
- 70 mm
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This scenery with the blooming flowers is rather usual, but by rendering the atmosphere with the soft bokeh, it has become a piece of artwork. I wanted to express unexaggerated natural scenery.
- Camera:
- SIGMA SD1
- Lens:
- SIGMA MACRO 70mm F2.8 EX DG
- Exposure Mode:
- A - Aperture Priority AE
- ISO Setting:
- 100
- White Balance Setting:
- Daylight
- Shutter Speed:
- 1/60s
- Aperture Value:
- F4.0
- Focal Length:
- 70 mm
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New sprouts appear on the long-lived old maple tree in Kamakura. It is still growing actively. Straightforward rendering expresses my feeling.
- Camera:
- SIGMA SD1
- Lens:
- SIGMA MACRO 70mm F2.8 EX DG
- Exposure Mode:
- A - Aperture Priority AE
- ISO Setting:
- 100
- White Balance Setting:
- Daylight
- Shutter Speed:
- 1/200s
- Aperture Value:
- 5.6
- Focal Length:
- 70 mm
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The description of fresh green on the maple, and each single leaf is beautiful. There is a definite stereoscopic effect even for the bokeh part. Generally, digital cameras do not capture this kind of photograph well.
- Camera:
- SIGMA SD1
- Lens:
- SIGMA MACRO 70mm F2.8 EX DG
- Exposure Mode:
- A - Aperture Priority AE
- ISO Setting:
- 100
- White Balance Setting:
- Daylight
- Shutter Speed:
- 1/100s
- Aperture Value:
- F8.0
- Focal Length:
- 70 mm
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In Omotesando in the morning, the scenery reflected on the glasses, as well as the texture of the walking path are rendered very well. In addition, the morning air which I value the most is also captured.
- Camera:
- SIGMA SD1
- Lens:
- SIGMA 8-16mm F4.5-5.6 DC HSM
- Exposure Mode:
- A - Aperture Priority AE
- ISO Setting:
- 100
- White Balance Setting:
- Daylight
- Shutter Speed:
- 1/80s
- Aperture Value:
- F8.0
- Focal Length:
- 8 mm
