D50

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Supplied Accessories

  • Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL3
  • Quick Charger MH-18a
  • Video Cable
  • USB Cable UC-E4
  • Strap, Body cap
  • Eyepiece Cap DK-5
  • Rubber Eyecup DK-20
  • Accessory shoe cover
  • PictureProject CD-ROM    

*Supplied accessories may differ in each country or area

Key Features

Compact, Lightweight and Easy to Use: The Nikon D50 is easy to take with you anywhere you go! From its inviting body contours to its easily accessible controls, this is a camera that makes picture taking satisfying and fun!

High-Quality Nikkor Optics including NEW Compact and Lightweight AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G ED Lens: The new D50 offers seamless compatibility with Nikon's extensive family of high-performance AF Nikkor lenses, as well as the expanding family of DX Nikkor lenses, providing superb color reproduction, razor-sharp image clarity and fast and accurate autofocus performance.

Incredible Battery Performance - with EN-EL3 Rechargeable Battery: The EN-EL3 rechargeable lithium-ion battery increases energy capacity to shoot approximately 2,000 images. The new Quick Charger MH-18a is smaller than the original MH-18, and is capable of charging both the EN-EL3a and EN-EL3 batteries.

High-performance digital processing: employs exclusive Nikon technology to render vivid color and clear details with all the speed necessary to freely capture those precious moments as they unfold.

2.5 Frames Per Second with Uninterrupted Shooting up to 137 Frames: High-speed continuous shooting assures uninterrupted shooting up to 137 frames*, while shutter speeds from 30 to 1/4,000 sec., and flash sync speeds up to 1/500 sec. provide the capability to capture images not possible with non-SLR type cameras. *When using JPEG NORMAL - Large settings, and a SanDisk Ultra II SD Card (256MB). The number of continuous shots possible in a single burst may be fewer depending on the type of SD card used.

New Small Picture Function: A one-button email option, this feature saves photos in the camera at the reduced sizes of 640x480, 320x240, or 160x120, perfect either for mail attachments or for use on a web page.

Responsive Performance: Shutter speeds from 30 to 1/4,000 sec. and flash-synchronized shutter speeds of up to 1/500 sec. provide a photo experience with greater breadth and creative flexibility to catch more of those important picture moments.

NikonCapture Software (Optional): Nikon Capture 4 offers a unique image-editing environment and is the only program that provides complete functionality to edit NEF (Nikon Electronic Format) files, enabling photographers to optimize output for every possible need.

High performance 6.1 Effective Megapixel Nikon DX Format CCD Image Sensor: The D50 delivers vivid color and sharp detail with high resolution for great pictures and enlargements.

7 Digital Vari-Programs: The next evolution of Nikon's scene-optimized Digital Vari-Program modes produces great results for the intended shot, while freeing you to concentrate on the moment. New Child mode makes it easier to take memorable pictures of the children with the right amount of vivid color and contrast straight from the camera. Choose from Auto, Portrait, Landscape, Child, Close Up, Sports, or Night Portrait.

Large, 2.0-inch LCD: provides immediate feedback when viewing images and aids smooth operation with a new easy-to-view, easy-to-understand menu design and instructive help dialogs.

Refined 5-Area Autofocus System: The D50 has a refined 5-area autofocus system that features speed, precision, broad frame coverage, and class-leading low-light detection that makes it easy to take great pictures in low light situations. An automatic autofocus illuminator is also provided when taking pictures with the built-in Speedlight or when using the optional SB-600 or SB-800 Speedlights.

3D Color Matrix Metering II: The D50 incorporates a 420-pixel RGB sensor for accurate exposure control in all types of lighting situations. By comparing the scene to a built-in database of various lighting patterns, the camera's light meter can accurately produce your best pictures ever.

i-TTL and Nikon's Creative Lighting System: Makes taking pictures with flash as easy as turning the flash on! Easy multiple flash lighting is possible using the new Nikon Creative Lighting System. Add an SB-600 Speedlight for more power and coverage for flash photography.

PictureProject Software INCLUDED: PictureProject is refined with an intuitive new user interface that makes image management, editing and sharing easier and more fun. Simply connect the camera to a computer to automatically import pictures. Quickly e-mail or Auto Enhance images, run slideshows, burn CD/DVDs*, and access other commonly used functions via practical buttons. Use drag-and-drop to organize pictures into separate collections, and quickly locate any file by name, keyword, or date.

Footnote:
*Configurations available at individual retailers may vary.

Specifications

  • Picture Angle
    Effective picture angle 1.5x (Approx.) conversion factor (Nikon DX format)
     
  • Effective Pixels
    6.1 million
     
  • Sensor Size
    23.7 x 15.6mm
     
  • Image Sensor Format
    DX
     
  • Image Sensor Type
    CCD
     
  • Total Pixels
    6.24 million
     
  • Image Area (pixels)
    DX-format
    (L) 3008 x 2000
    (M) 2256 x 1496
    (S) 1504 x 1000
     
  • File Format
    Compressed 12-bit NEF (RAW)
    JPEG (Baseline Compliant)
     
  • Storage Media
    SD memory cards
     
  • File System
    Compliant with DCF (Design Rule for Camera File System) 2.0
    DPOF (Digital Print Order Format)
    EXIF 2.21 (Exchangeable Image File Format for Digital Still Cameras
     
  • Viewfinder
    Fixed eye-level penta-Dach mirror
    Focus indications
    AE/FV lock indicator
    Shutter speed
    Aperture value
    Exposure/Exposure compensation indicator
    Flash output level compensation
    Exposure compensation
    Number of remaining exposures
    Flash-ready indicator
     
  • Viewfinder Frame Coverage
    95% Approx.
     
  • Viewfinder Magnification
    0.75x (50 mm lens at infinity; -1.0 m¯¹) Approx.
     
  • Viewfinder Eyepoint
    8mm (-1.0m¯¹)
     
  • Viewfinder Diopter Adjustment
    Built-in diopter adjustment (-1.6 to +0.5m¯¹)
     
  • Focusing Screen
    Type B BriteView Clear Matte screen Mark V with superimposed focus brackets
     
  • Shutter type
    Combined mechanical and CCD electronic shutter, 30 to 1/4000 sec. in steps of 1/3 or 1/2 EV, bulb
     
  • Self-timer
    2-20 sec.Timer duration electronically controlled
     
  • Exposure Metering System
    420 pixel RGB sensor 3D Color Matrix Metering II
    TTL full-aperture exposure metering system
    Spot: Meters 3.5mm dia. circle (about 2.5% of frame) centered on active focus area
    Center-Weighted Metering (75% of the meter's sensitivity concentrated on the 8mm dia. circle)
     
  • Metering Range
    0 to 20 EV (3D color matrix or center-weighted metering)
    2 to 20 EV (spot metering)
     
  • Exposure Modes
    Programmed Auto with flexible Program (P)
    Shutter-Priority Auto (S)
    Aperture-Priority Auto (A)
    Manual (M)
    Digital Vari-Program
     
  • Shooting Modes
    Single-frame shooting (S) mode
    Continuous shooting mode: approx. 2.5 frames per second
    Self-timer mode: time duration can be set
    Delayed remote mode: 2 sec. delay
    Quick-response remote mode
     
  • Exposure Compensation
    ± EV±5 EV in increments of 1/3 or 1/2 EV
     
  • Exposure Bracketing
    Yes
    3 frames ±2 EV in 1/3 or 1/2 steps
     
  • Exposure Lock
    Yes
    Luminosity locked at detected value with AE-L/AF-L button
     
  • Lowest Standard ISO Sensitivity
    200 in steps of 1 EV
     
  • Highest Standard ISO Sensitivity
    1600in steps of 1EV
     
  • Long Exposure Noise Reduction
    Yes
     
  • High ISO Noise Reduction
    Yes
     
  • Autofocus System
    TTL phase detection
    Nikon Multi-CAM900 autofocus module
    Detection range: EV -1 to EV +19 (ISO 100 equivalent, at normal temperature: 20°C/68°F)
    AF-assist illuminator (1.6-9.8 ft./0.5-3.0m approx.)
     
  • Focus Lock
    AE-L/AF-L button
    Half press of shutter-release button (single-point AF in AF-S)
     
  • Focus Modes
    Face-Priority AF
    Single Area AF
    Dynamic Area AF
    Closest Subject Priority Dynamic AF
     
  • Maximum Autofocus Areas/Points
    5
     
  • Built-in Flash
    Yes
    Manual pop-up type
    15/11 (manual full 17/12); Flash Compensation: -3 to +1 EV in increments of 1/3 or 1/2 EV (approx.)
    Auto flash with auto pop-up [P], [S], [A], [M]
     
  • Flash Bracketing
    2 to 3 exposures in increments of 1/3 or 1/2 EV
     
  • X-Sync Speed
    1/500
     
  • Flash Control
    SB-R1C1/SB-R200 triggered by SU-800: i-TTL, AA, Manual, RPT, AutoFP High Speed Sync (D200/D80 only), FV Lock, AF-Assist for multi area AF, Rear Curtain Sync
    SB-R1/SB-R200 triggered by camera's built in flash: i-TTL, Manual, AutoFP High Speed Sync, FV Lock, Rear Curtain Sync
    SB-900: CLS cameras: i-TTL, AA, Non-TTL Auto, GN, M, RPT, AutoFP High Speed Sync (D3-series, D2-series, D700, D300s, D300, D200, D80 only) , FV Lock, AF-Assist for mulit-area AF, Flash Color Info. Comm., Rear Curtain Sync, Red-Eye Reduction, Auto Zoom
    SB-800: i-TTL, Auto Aperture (AA), GN, Auto, Manual, Rear Curtain, Repeating Flash, Red-Eye Reduction, AF, Zoom
    SB-600: i-TTL, Manual, Red-Eye Reduction, AF, Zoom, Rear Curtain
    SB-400: i-TTL, Manual* (*with D40 using Custom Setting only)
    SB-80DX: Auto, Manual, Rear Curtain, Repeating Flash, Red Eye Reduction
    SB-50DX: Manual, Rear Curtain
    SB-28DX: Auto, Manual, Rear Curtain, Repeating Flash, Red Eye Reduction
    SB-24: Auto, Manual, Rear Curtain, Repeating Flash
    SB-25: Auto, Manual, Rear Curtain, Repeating Flash
    SB-26: Auto, Manual, Rear Curtain, Repeating Flash, Red Eye Reduction
    SB-28: Auto, Manual, Rear Curtain, Repeating Flash, Red Eye Reduction
    SB-30: Auto, Manual, Rear Curtain
    SB-20, SB-16B, SB-15: Auto, Manual, Rear Curtain
    SB-29: Manual, Rear Curtain
    SB-27: Auto, Manual, Rear Curtain
    SB-23: Manual, Rear Curtain
    SB-22s: Auto, Manual, Rear Curtain
     
  • Flash Sync Modes
    Front-curtain sync (normal)
    Slow sync
    Rear-curtain sync
    Red-eye reduction
    Red-eye reduction with slow sync
     
  • Flash Compensation
    -3 to +1 EV in increments of 1/3, 1/2 or 1 EV
     
  • Accessory Shoe
    Yes
     
  • Flash Sync Terminal
    Yes
     
  • White Balance
    Auto (TTL control using image sensor)
    Manual
    Preset
    White Balance Bracketing
     
  • Movie File Format
    NTSC
    PAL
     
  • Monitor Size
    2.0 in. diagonal
     
  • Monitor Resolution
    130,000 Dots
     
  • Monitor Type
    TFT-LCD
     
  • Playback Functions
    Full frame
    Thumbnail (4 or 9 segments)
    Zoom
    Slideshow
    Histogram display
    Auto image rotation
    Highlight point display
     
  • Interface
    USB 2.0 (Hi-Speed)
     
  • Total custom Settings
    20
     
  • Battery Type
    Rechargeable
     
  • Battery / Batteries
    EN-EL3 Li-ion Battery Pack
     
  • Tripod Socket
    ¼ in. (ISO1222)
     
  • Approx. Dimensions
    Width 5.2 in. (133mm)
    Height 4.0 in. (102mm)
    Depth 3.0 in. (76mm)
     
  • Approx. Weight
    19 oz. (540g)
     
  • Optional Accessories
    CF-D50 Semi-Soft Case
    EN-EL3 Li-ion Battery Pack
    MH-18a Quick Charger
    MH-19 Quick Charger
    EH-5 AC Adapter
    ML-L3 Remote Controller
    DG-2 Eyepiece Magnifier
    DR-6 Rectangular Right Angle Viewfinder
    Nikon Capture 4 software (version 4.3)
     
  • Supplied Accessories
    • Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL3
    • Quick Charger MH-18a
    • Video Cable
    • USB Cable UC-E4
    • Strap, Body cap
    • Eyepiece Cap DK-5
    • Rubber Eyecup DK-20
    • Accessory shoe cover
    • PictureProject CD-ROM    

    *Supplied accessories may differ in each country or area

     

**Specifications and equipment are subject to change without any notice or obligation on the part of the manufacturer.

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