Sigma Issues Advisory Notice for Sony SLT A55 and A33 With Aperture Errors
2010-09-11 05:55Average Camera Review Rating [12 reviews]
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Sigma is issuing an advisory notice for the recently released Sony SLT A55 and A33 'translucent mirror' cameras. Sigma will fix them for free where possible. Specifically, the aperture may not operate correctly, giving an error message on the camera. The company says it will be offering to modify existing lenses free of charge, however this may not be possible for some lenses 'discontinued several years ago'. It advises owners affected to contact their nearest Sigma Service Station. The full notice from Sigma is shown below:
Future production of Sigma lenses will be compatible with these cameras. The following sticker is put on the gift box of compatible lenses.
Cameras with Price Range $410 - $1,079
This camera is featured in a recent article titled 2011 Best DSLR Cameras For Shooting HD Video Below $1,500.
Sigma is issuing an advisory notice for the recently released Sony SLT A55 and A33 'translucent mirror' cameras. Sigma will fix them for free where possible. Specifically, the aperture may not operate correctly, giving an error message on the camera. The company says it will be offering to modify existing lenses free of charge, however this may not be possible for some lenses 'discontinued several years ago'. It advises owners affected to contact their nearest Sigma Service Station. The full notice from Sigma is shown below:Sigma's lenses for Sony mount may have a potential aperture operation problem when used with the Sony α33 and α55 Interchangeable Lens digital cameras.
To overcome this issue, we will be offering, free of charge, a modification service to our customers who have purchased a Sony α33 and α55 and own Sigma lenses for Sony mount.
This phenomenon will only occur with Sony α33 and α55 cameras. Future production of Sigma lenses will be fully compatible with these cameras.
We deeply apologize for any inconvenience caused to our customers.
[Phenomenon]
When shooting with a Sony α33 and α55 cameras, the aperture may not work properly and a "camera error" message will be displayed on the camera.
[Lenses requiring the modification]
All current Sigma's lenses for Sony mount.
* For lenses discontinued several years ago, a modification may not be available. For further details, please contact your nearest authorized Sigma Service Station.
[Support for this issue]
We will be offering a modification service for our current range of lenses free of charge. Please contact your nearest authorized Sigma Service Station.
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[Mark for compatible lenses]
Future production of Sigma lenses will be compatible with these cameras. The following sticker is put on the gift box of compatible lenses.For further information, please contact your nearest authorized Sigma Service Station.
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Sony SLT A55 Camera Reviews Roundup
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| PhotographyBay: "Overall, the A55 works and handles well. The grip is a bit small for those with larger hands; however, if you are looking at the entry-level offerings from Canon and Nikon, the A55's size shouldn't be a factor. The well-placed controls and smart menu system serve the A55 well. Just make sure that you aren't expecting too much out of the video autofocus or need to use it for fast-action sports. I wa..." - Apr 27 2011 More » | |
| digitalcameraHQ: "The A55 is an excellent camera all around, and absolutely worth buying. It's the speediest consumer dSLR out there and doesn't compromise on image quality, either. The handling is unique within the dSLR realm, and incredibly versatile out in the field: Nothing else at this price combines a dSLR's speed with such a useful live-view -- the tilt-and-swivel LCD becomes a huge asset in this case, rather than a somewhat u..." - Mar 26 2011 More » | |
| Photography BLOG: "The Sony A55 turns conventional design on its head to provide what is in many ways a better user experience than traditional DSLRs can achieve, at a price point that Canon and Nikon must be worried about. If you can overcome your reservations about electronic viewfinders, the Sony A55 is a great choice for both beginners and more cautious enthusiasts alike. If you don't need the 2 extra megapixels, built-in GPS or 3..." - Feb 18 2011 More » |
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