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Overall camera rating:
Nikon D50
User Reviews and Specs | Submitted by Alex, Sep 29 2013 07:42 PM | Last updated Sep 29 2013 10:14 PM
A 6 MP DSLR with a CCD sensor. It was posiitoned as a more affordable alternative to the D70.
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| GENERAL: | |
| List Price (USA): | $760 |
| In Production: | No |
| Launch Date: | April 2005 |
| Successor: | Nikon D40x |
| IMAGE CAPTURE: | |
| Megapixels: | 6.1 |
| Format: | DX (APS-C) |
| Sensor Type: | CCD |
| Max. Resolution (pixels): | 3008 x 2000 |
| Low-Pass Filter: | Yes |
| Sensor Dimensions (mm): | 23.7 x 15.6 |
| Min. ISO: | 200 |
| Max. ISO: | 1600 |
| ISO Adjustment Steps: | 1EV |
| Still File Formats: | JPEG, 12-bit RAW |
| Dust Removal Support: | No |
| Shooting Modes: | Full Auto, Program (P), Aperture Priority (A), Shutter Priority (S), Manual (M), Bulb (B), Scene |
| Additional Features: | Custom Picture Control |
| PERFORMANCE: | |
| Minimum Shutter Speed (s): | 30 |
| Maximum Shutter Speed (s): | 1/4000 |
| Max. Burst (FPS): | 2.5 |
| Release Modes: | Single-Frame, Continuous, Self-Timer, Delayed Remote, Quick-Response Remote |
| VIEWFINDER & LCD: | |
| LCD Screen Size ("): | 2.0 |
| LCD Screen Resolution (dots): | 130,000 |
| Electronic Level/Horizon: | No |
| Live View Mode: | No |
| Viewfinder Type: | Pentamirror |
| Viewfinder Magnification (x): | 0.75 |
| Viewfinder Frame Coverage (%): | 95 |
| METERING: | |
| Metering Sensor: | 420 pixel RGB sensor 3D COlor Matrix |
| Auto Metering Modes: | Matrix, Center-Weighted, Spot |
| Meter Operating Range (EV): | 0 to 20 |
| Exposure Compensation Range (EV): | -5 to 5 |
| Exposure Compensation Steps: | 1EV, 1/2EV, 1/3EV |
| Auto Bracking Frames: | 3 |
| Auto Bracketing Modes: | Exposure |
| AUTOFOCUS: | |
| Primary AF Type: | Phase Detect Autofocus |
| AF Sensor: | Multi-CAM900 |
| AF Modes: | Single-Servo AF, Dynamic Area AF |
| AF Points: | 5 |
| AF Operating Range (EV): | -1 to 19 |
| Screwdrive AF Support: | Yes |
| Live View Autofocus: | N/A |
| VIDEO: | |
| Movie Mode: | No |
| Built-In Microphone: | N/A |
| FLASH: | |
| Built-In Flash: | Yes |
| Flash Sync Speed (s): | 1/500 |
| Supported Flash Modes: | Red-Eye Reduction, Slow-Speed Sync, Rear-Curtain Sync, Fill Flash |
| Hotshoe: | Yes |
| BODY: | |
| Mount Type: | Nikon F Mount |
| Number of Media Slots: | 1 |
| Compatible Card Types: | SD |
| Width (mm): | 133 |
| Height (mm): | 102 |
| Depth (mm): | 76 |
| Weight (g): | 540 |
| Connectivity: | Universal Hotshoe, USB 2, Remote Terminal |
| Battery Grip: | No |
| Battery Model: | EN-EL3 |
| Power Adapter Support: | Yes |
| Weather Sealing: | No |
| Included 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 |
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2 Reviews
It's been a happy marriage!
I got one of these second-hand about ten years ago and have used it ever since. I should begin by saying that I very rarely print pictures, I'm mostly using it for on-line work, so I don't need anything with higher resolution. I also like the fact that it's relatively expendable - with current resale price well under a hundred pounds it won't break the bank if I drop it in a canal or something.
Pros are that it's reliable and fairly rugged, the two batteries I have are still working well and hold charge, and it supports older AF lenses with the focusing motor in the body rather than the lens - the lens I use most is a 28-300mm Tamron of that type - as well as more modern motor-in-lens designs. There are some real bargains around in older lenses, and it can take full advantage.
The main cons are relatively low resolution, the lack of a self-cleaning sensor, and the lack of live preview. The maximum memory card size is also a little small by modern standards, 2GB or a "mere" 576 shots. Finally, it won't use a cable remote control or work under computer control, which means it's difficult to use it for time lapse work etc.
Despite its age I feel no great urge to change - but at some point I may buy something more modern and get the D50 modified for infra-red. It's supposed to be a good platform for that. For now it's working well for most of what I want to do.
Having said that, it probably isn't the best Nikon for someone starting from scratch today, but it might be a good choice for someone who's starting out with older lenses or doing things on a budget, and has stood the passage of time much better than its contemporary the D70, where there are common problems with card slots etc.