Nikon D50 manual Format the memory card, Formatting Memory Cards, Removing Memory Cards

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Introduction—First Steps

2 Format the memory card

Formatting memory cards permanently deletes all photographs and other data they may contain. Be sure all data you wish to keep have been copied to another storage device before formatting the card.

2.1

2.2

Highlight Yes.	Begin formatting. Do not turn
	camera off or remove battery or
	memory card until formatting is
	complete.

2.3 Monitor turns off when formatting is complete.

Formatting Memory Cards

Use the camera Format option to format memory cards. Performance may drop if cards are formatted in a computer.

Removing Memory Cards

1 Conﬁrm that the access lamp is off.

2 Turn the camera off and open the memory card slot cover.

3 Press the card in to eject (). The card can then be removed by hand ().

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Contents Digital Camera About This Manual Tutorial SetupReference For Your Safety Do not look at the sun through the view- ﬁnderOr store with metal objects such as necklaces or hairpins IiiPage Local government bonds, even if such Passports issued by the governmentQuirements of the Canadian Interference Copies or reproductions are stampedTable of Contents Viewing Photographs on a Computer Printing Photographs Vii101 Take Test Shots ViiiForeign Matter on the Low-Pass Filter Life-Long LearningManual or in the Quick Start Guide LensMenu Getting to Know the Camera Introduction-Getting to Know the CameraPlayback Camera BodyMulti selector Menu navigationTo Know the Camera Self-timer/remote controlControl Panel Number of shots remainingViewﬁnder Display When the battery is totally exhausted,Fully-charged battery is inserted Large-Capacity Memory CardsD50 offers a choice of the following eleven shooting modes Mode DialAdvanced Modes Exposure Modes Detaching Lenses First StepsAttaching a Lens Aperture RingUse the supplied EN-EL3 battery and MH-18a quick charger Charging and Inserting the BatteryBattery and Charger Removing the Battery Choosing a Language from the Setup Menu Basic SetupChanging the Time and Date Inserting Memory Cards Write Protect SwitchCards, turn the camera off and open the card slot cover Formatting Memory Cards Format the memory cardRemoving Memory Cards Adjusting Viewﬁnder Focus Eyepiece cup can be removed when ad- justing viewﬁnder focusTutorial-Taking Photographs in Mode Taking Photographs in ModeDescription Illustrations Frame a photograph Hold the camera as shown Using a Zoom LensHolding the Camera Focus and shoot Shutter-Release ButtonBuilt-in Flash Digital Vari-Programs Mode DescriptionTutorial-Digital Vari-Programs Landscape Capturing Nature’s Majesty Tutorial-Choosing a Shooting Mode Choosing a Shooting ModeDefault Is pressed Continuous Single frameTutorial-Using the Self-timer or Remote Control Using the Self-timer or Remote ControlMode Selection Take the photograph Deleting Unwanted Photographs Basic PlaybackTutorial-Basic Playback Choose shutter speed and aperture Manually Make photographs brighter or darker orMenus, press the button Using Camera MenusReference-Using Camera Menus MenuNavigating the Menus Making a Selection To modify menu settingsMulti selector is used to navigate through the camera menus Display optionsHighlight option Make selection Small Image Quality and SizeHigh Image quality LargeOption Image QualityFollowing options are available NEF Raw/NEF+JPEGQual Button Image SizeImage size Size File NamesManual Focus Area Selection Advanced SettingsChoosing the Focus Area AF Area Illm deAF-Assist Illuminator Focus LockElectronic Range Finder Manual FocusSelection/Autofocus with Manual Priority Focal Plane PositionReference-Flash Sync Mode Flash Sync ModeControls used button + command dial Using the Built-in Flash Choosing a Flash Sync ModeUsing the Built-in Flash Lowering the Built-in FlashFlash Compensation P, S, A, and M Modes Only Controls used and buttons + command dialFlash Level ISO Button Sensitivity ISO EquivalencyDigital Vari-Program Modes SensitivityA, and M Modes Choosing an Exposure ModeControls used Mode dial Reference-P, S, A, and M ModesSlow NumbersWide FastProgrammed Auto Flexible ProgramShutter-Priority Auto Shutter Speed and Camera ShakeAperture-Priority Auto Manual Long Time-Exposures Electronic Analog Exposure DisplayExposure Compensation P, S, A, and M Modes Only Optimizing Images At Settings Other than CustomOption Description WB Button Current white balance setting is shown in the control panelWhite Balance PhotographsDefaults Restoring Default SettingsReference-Restoring Default Settings Controls used button + buttonSingle-Image Playback Viewing PhotographsReference-Viewing Photographs File Information Photo InformationShooting Data, Highlights Image highlights brightest areas of image areViewing Multiple Images Thumbnail Playback Taking a Closer Look Playback Zoom UseProtecting Photographs from Deletion Reference-Protecting Photographs from DeletionNail list. Note that protected images 56 can not be deleted Deleting Individual PhotographsReference-Deleting Individual Photographs Reference-Viewing Photographs on TV Viewing Photographs on TVConnect the video cable as shown below Use an AC AdapterOperating system USB option Before Connecting the CameraViewing Photographs on a Computer Nikon CaptureConnecting the USB Cable Windows Millennium Edition Me Disconnecting the CameraWindows 2000 Professional Windows 98 Second Edition SEReference-Printing Photographs Printing PhotographsPrinting Via Direct USB Connection Print SetConnecting the Printer Start Printing Pictures One at a TimeSize, Border, and Time Stamp Printing Multiple Pictures Printing Selected Photographs Error MessagesSelecting Photographs for Printing Print Set Highlight Select / SetFormat Basic Camera SettingsSetup menu contains the following options Formatting Memory CardsAdjust monitor brightness CSM/Setup MenuVideo Mode DateImage Comment Language LangChoose from the following languages Select Folder SetupFolders Choose the folder in which subsequent images will be storedDelete NewRename Delete all empty folders on the memory cardMirror Lock-up File No. SeqFile Numbering Dust Ref Photo View the current camera ﬁrmware version Firmware VerImage Rotation Image Dust OffOptimize Image Custom Shooting OptionsOptimize Image See Optimizing Images 48 for more infor- mationChoose from the following options for color reproduction Color ModeTone Comp SaturationSee Image Quality and Size 31 for more information Hue AdjustmentLong Exp. NR See Image Quality and Size 32 for more informationMeasuring a Value for White Balance White Balance PresetSee White Balance 49 for more infor- mation ﬁnal photograph and white balance is measured by cameraSetup Shooting Options The Shooting Menu Copying White Balance from a Photograph ISO See Sensitivity ISO Equivalency 39 for more informationPlayback Options Selecting Multiple PicturesRotate Tall DeletePlayback Fldr Choose fromSlide Show Use DescriptionSmall Picture Print SetSmall Picture Menu Reset Beep Autofocus AF-Area Mode Custom SettingsMenu Reset Setup Custom SettingsAutofocus BeepFocus Lock Continuous-Servo AF AF-Area Mode Choose how the camera focuses in autofocus modeFlash Level No SD Card?Image Review AF AssistISO Control ISO Auto AF Area IllmISO Control ModeISO Auto EV StepNo bracketing performed BKT SetExposure and Flash Bracketing Ing optimal exposure valueExposure and Flash Bracketing White Balance Bracketing White Balance BracketingCenter MeteringMatrix SpotAdjusting Shutter Speed and Aperture Autoexposure LockAE-L/AF-L FV LockFlash Mode AE LockMeter Off Self-TimerMonitor Off RemoteCamera Settings 101Shooting menu Other settings CSM Camera SettingsRotate Tall Technical Notes-Camera Settings103 LCD BrightnessAccessories Optional AccessoriesUse Only Nikon Brand Accessories 105 Technical Notes-Optional AccessoriesLenses Calculating Picture Angle106 Focus ModeLens/accessory Following lenses can be used with the D50Compatible Non-CPU Lenses Incompatible Accessories and Non-CPU Lenses107 AF-Assist Illumination108 Red-Eye Reduction109 Optional Flash Units SpeedlightsSB-800 and SB-600 Speedlights SB-800 SB-600 110SB-800 SB-50DX, SB-23 Flash mode SB-25, SB-24 SB-29S2 SB-16B, SB-15111 SB-28, SB-26 SB-292, SB-21B2Maximum aperture at ISO equivalent Mode 200 400 800 112Other Accessories 113Approved Memory Cards 114Memory Cards 115 CleaningCaring for the Camera StorageLow-Pass Filter Use a Reliable Power SourceRemove the lens and turn the camera on Servicing the Camera and Accessories Cleaning the Low-Pass Filter117 Caring for the Camera and Battery Cautions 118Disconnecting the power source 119Select Detailed for CSM/Setup Menu TroubleshootingProblem Solution 120Mize Image setting Technical Notes-Troubleshootng AF-Area Mode set to Closest Subjct121 Basic Select Yes for Rotate Tall 122Auto for Sharpening and Tone Comp Age RotationIndicator Camera Error Messages and Displays123 Problem 124125 Set Playback ﬂdr to All126 AppendixMemory Card Capacity and Image Quality/Size 127 Exposure Program Mode PExposure program for mode P is shown in the following graph Flash Control 36Flash Range, Aperture, and Sensitivity 128Shutter Speeds Available with Built-in Flash Supported StandardsSpeciﬁcations 129130 131 132 133 EN-EL3 Rechargeable Li-ion BatteryMH-18a Quick Charger 134 AF-S 18-55 mm, f/3.5-5.6G LensBattery Life 135136 IndexTechnical Notes-Index 137 NORMAL. See Image Quality no SD Card? Optimize Image, 48SB5D0111 6MBA4311-01

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D50 specifications

The Nikon D50 is a digital single-lens reflex (DSLR) camera that was introduced in 2005 and marked a significant step forward in Nikon's consumer DSLR lineup. With its compact design, user-friendly features, and impressive image quality, the D50 became a popular choice among both amateur and enthusiast photographers.

At the heart of the Nikon D50 is a 6.1-megapixel CCD sensor, which produces detailed images with a maximum resolution of 3008 x 2000 pixels. This sensor allows for sharp and vibrant images, even in challenging lighting conditions. The camera supports a wide ISO range from 200 to 1600, providing flexibility for various shooting environments. The capability to shoot at higher ISO settings enables users to capture clearer images in low light without excessive noise.

One of the standout features of the D50 is its 2.0-inch LCD screen, which provides a clear and bright interface for composing shots and reviewing images. While it may seem small by today's standards, it was a significant improvement at the time of its release. Additionally, the camera offers a 5.5 frames-per-second burst mode, which allows photographers to capture fast-moving action, making it suitable for sports and wildlife photography.

The Nikon D50 employs a 3D Color Matrix Metering system, which delivers accurate exposures by analyzing the scene's brightness and color information. This system works in conjunction with the camera's autofocus capabilities, which include a multi-area autofocus system with a range of nine focusing points. This ensures that subjects remain in focus, even when they are off-center.

One of the appealing aspects of the D50 is its compatibility with a vast array of Nikon F-mount lenses. This allows users to explore various photographic styles and techniques, as they can easily switch lenses to suit their needs. The camera also features built-in white balance settings and a range of creative scene modes, making it accessible for novice photographers.

In summary, the Nikon D50 is a well-rounded DSLR that offers a blend of simplicity and advanced features. Its image quality, performance, and compatibility with various lenses make it an attractive choice for those looking to step into the world of digital photography. While newer models have since been released, the D50 remains a testament to Nikon's commitment to providing accessible and powerful photographic tools.