Nikon D50 User manual

• The next evolution of Nikonʼs 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 little
ones with the right amount of vivid color and contrast straight from the camera.
• 6.1 effective megapixel Nikon DX Format CCD image sensor delivers vivid color
and sharp detail with high resolution for great pictures and enlargements.
• 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.
• Rened 5-area autofocus system features speed, precision, and broad frame
coverage, as well as an automatic AF illuminator that maximizes performance and
shooting ease in low light.
• Continuous shooting at 2.5 frames per second combines with shutter speeds
from 30 to 1/4,000 sec. and ash sync speeds up to 1/500 sec. to provide shooting
capability available only with an SLR camera.
• 3D Color Matrix Metering II automatically compares each scene to a large onboard
database of scenes from actual photography to ensure accurate exposure control in
all types of lighting situations.
• From the compact and lightweight design that makes it easy to carry everywhere
to its inviting body contours and easily accessible controls, the D50 makes picture
taking satisfying and fun.
• 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.
• The long-life rechargeable lithium-ion
battery lets you shoot as many as 2,000
images per charge for extended shooting
freedom that doesnʼt add extra weight to
your kit.
Digital
Vari-Program
modes
Quality that makes every occasion special — Nikon digital SLR

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Specifications and equipment are subject to change without any notice or obligation on the part of the
manufacturer. April 2005
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Single-lens reex digital camera
6.1 million
RGB CCD, 23.7 x 15.6mm; total pixels: 6.24 million
3,008 x 2,000 [L], 2,256 x 1,496 [M], 1,504 x 1,000 [S]
200 to 1600 (ISO equivalent) in steps of 1 EV
SD Memory Card
Compressed NEF (RAW): 12-bit compression,
JPEG: JPEG baseline-compliant
Exif 2.21, Compliant DCF 2.0 and DPOF
RAW approx. 33, FINE approx. 70
NORMAL approx. 137
BASIC approx. 258, RAW & BASIC approx. 29
Auto (TTL white balance with 420-pixel RGB sensor),
six manual modes, preset white balance,
white balance bracketing possible
2.0-in., 130,000-dot, low-temperature polysilicon TFT LCD with brightness
adjustment
1 frame: Thumbnail (4 or 9 segments); Magnifying playback; Slide show;
Histogram indication; Highlight point display; Auto image rotation
Card format, All frames delete, Selected frames delete
Can be selected from NTSC and PAL
USB 2.0 (Hi-Speed)
Up to 36 characters of alphanumeric text input available with LCD monitor
and multi-selector; stored in Exif header
Equivalent in 35mm [135] format is approx. 1.5 times lens focal length
Fixed eye-level penta-Dach-mirror type; built-in diopter adjustment (-1.6 to +0.5m
-1
)
18mm (-1.0m-1)
Type-B BriteView Clear Matte screen Mark V with superimposed focus brackets
Approx. 95%
Approx. 0.75x with 50mm lens at innity; -1.0m-1
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
TTL phase detection by Nikon Multi-CAM900 autofocus
module with AF-assist illuminator (approx. 0.5m to 3.0m)
Detection range: EV -1 to +19
(ISO 100 equivalent, at normal temperature: 68°F/20°C)
1) Autofocus (AF-A): Auto-Servo AF; camera automatically chooses single-
servo AF (AF-S) or continuous-servo AF (AF-C); predictive focus tracking
automatically activated according to subject status
2) AF-S
3) AF-C
4) Manual focus (M)
Can be selected from 5 focus areas
1) Single Area AF, 2) Dynamic Area AF,
3) Closest Subject Priority Dynamic Area AF
Focus can be locked by pressing shutter-release button halfway
(single-servo AF) or by pressing AE-L/AF-L button
TTL full-aperture exposure metering system
(1) 3D Color Matrix Metering II with 420-pixel RGB sensor
(2) Center-weighted: Weight of 75% (8mm dia. circle)
(3) Spot: Meters 3.5mm dia. circle (about 2.5% of frame)
centered on active focus area
1) EV 0 to 20 (3D Color Matrix or center-weighted metering)
2) EV 2 to 20 (spot metering) (ISO 100 equivalent, f/1.4 lens, 68°F/20°C)
Digital Vari-Program ( Auto, Portrait, Landscape, Child
Sports, Close up, Night portrait),
Programmed Auto [P] with exible program; Shutter-Priority Auto [S]; Aperture
Priority Auto [A]; Manual [M]
±5 EV in increments of 1/3 or 1/2 EV
Luminosity locked at detected value with AE-L/AF-L button
Three frames ±2 EV in 1/3 or 1/2 steps
1) Single frame shooting mode
2) Continuous shooting mode: approx. 2.5 frames per second
3) Self-timer mode
4) Delayed remote mode: 2 sec. delay
5) Quick-response remote mode
Combined mechanical and CCD electronic shutter,
30 to 1/4000 sec. in steps of 1/3 or 1/2 EV, bulb
X-contact only; ash synchronization at up to 1/500 sec.
1) TTL: TTL ash control by 420-pixel RGB sensor
Built-in Speedlight: i-TTL Balanced Fill-Flash or standard i-TTL ash
(spot metering)
SB-800 or 600: i-TTL Balanced Fill-Flash or standard i-TTL ash (spot metering)
2) Auto aperture: Available with SB-800 with CPU lens
3) Non-TTL Auto: Available with Speedlights such as SB-800, 80DX, 28DX,
28, 27, and 22s
4) Distance-priority manual available with SB-800
1) Front-curtain Sync (normal sync), 2) Red-eye Reduction,
3) Red-eye Reduction with Slow Sync, 4) Slow Sync, 5) Rear-curtain Sync
, , , , : auto ash with auto pop-up
[P], [S], [A], [M]: manual pop-up with button release
Guide number (ISO 200/ISO 100, m): approx. 15/11 (manual full 17/12)
-3 to +1 EV in increments of 1/3 or 1/2 EV
Standard ISO hot-shoe contact with safety lock provided
Electronically controlled timer with 2 to 20 seconds duration
Wireless Remote Control ML-L3 (optional)
One Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL3,
AC Adapter EH-5 (optional)
1/4 in. (ISO1222)
Approx. 5.2 x 4.0 x 3.0 in. (133 x 102 x 76mm)
Approx. 1lb 3oz (540g) without battery, memory card or body cap
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
Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL3, Multi Charger MH-19, Quick Charger MH-18a,
AC Adapter EH-5, Speedlight SB-800/600, Eyepiece Magnier DG-2, Angle Finder
DR-6, Nikon Capture 4 (Ver. 4.3) Software, Wireless Remote Control ML-L3,
Semi-Soft Case CF-D50
Exposure Metering
Range
Exposure Mode
Exposure Compensation
Auto Exposure Lock
Auto Exposure Bracketing
Shooting Modes
Shutter
Sync Contact
Flash Control
Flash Sync Mode
Built-in Speedlight
Flash Compensation
Accessory Shoe
Self-timer
Remote Control
Power Source
Tripod Socket
Dimensions (W x H x D)
Weight
Supplied Accessories*
Optional Accessories
Nikon Digital SLR Camera D50 Specications
Type of Camera
Effective Pixels
Image Sensor
Image Size (pixels)
Sensitivity
Storage Media
Storage System
File System
Storage (Number of frames
per 256MB SD Memory
Card, image size L)
White Balance
LCD Monitor
Playback Function
Delete Function
Video Output
Interface
Text Input
Picture Angle
Viewnder
Eyepoint
Focusing Screen
Viewnder Frame Coverage
Viewnder Magnication
Viewnder Information
Autofocus
Lens Servo
Focus Area
AF Area Mode
Focus Lock
Exposure Metering
System
*Supplied accessories may differ in each country or area.
Nikkor Lenses & Speedlights
http://nikonimaging.com/global/activity/npci/
Support for Nikonʼs Total Imaging
System includes compatibility
with a wide variety of high-quality
Nikkor lenses and the Speedlights
SB-800 or SB-600 of Nikonʼs
Creative Lighting System.
New AF-S DX
Zoom-Nikkor
18-55mm
f/3.5-5.6G ED
New AF-S DX
Zoom-Nikkor
55-200mm
f/4-5.6G ED
Speedlight
SB-600