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Nikkor Lenses & Speedlights

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

New AF-S DX Zoom-Nikkor

Speedlight

18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G ED

55-200mm f/4-5.6G ED

SB-600

Nikon Digital SLR Camera D50 Specifications

Type of Camera

Single-lens reflex digital camera

Effective Pixels

6.1 million

Image Sensor

RGB CCD, 23.7 x 15.6mm; total pixels: 6.24 million

Image Size (pixels)

3,008 x 2,000 [L], 2,256 x 1,496 [M], 1,504 x 1,000 [S]

Sensitivity

200 to 1600 (ISO equivalent) in steps of 1 EV

Storage Media

SD Memory Card

Storage System

Compressed NEF (RAW): 12-bit compression,

 

JPEG: JPEG baseline-compliant

File System

Exif 2.21, Compliant DCF 2.0 and DPOF

Storage (Number of frames

RAW approx. 33, FINE approx. 70

per 256MB SD Memory

NORMAL approx. 137

Card, image size L)

BASIC approx. 258, RAW & BASIC approx. 29

White Balance

Auto (TTL white balance with 420-pixel RGB sensor),

 

six manual modes, preset white balance,

 

white balance bracketing possible

LCD Monitor

2.0-in., 130,000-dot, low-temperature polysilicon TFT LCD with brightness

 

adjustment

Playback Function

1 frame: Thumbnail (4 or 9 segments); Magnifying playback; Slide show;

 

Histogram indication; Highlight point display; Auto image rotation

Delete Function

Card format, All frames delete, Selected frames delete

Video Output

Can be selected from NTSC and PAL

Interface

USB 2.0 (Hi-Speed)

Text Input

Up to 36 characters of alphanumeric text input available with LCD monitor

 

and multi-selector; stored in Exif header

Picture Angle

Equivalent in 35mm [135] format is approx. 1.5 times lens focal length

Viewfinder

Fixed eye-level penta-Dach-mirror type; built-in diopter adjustment (-1.6 to +0.5m-1)

Eyepoint

18mm (-1.0m-1)

Focusing Screen

Type-B BriteView Clear Matte screen Mark V with superimposed focus brackets

Viewfinder Frame Coverage

Approx. 95%

Viewfinder Magnification

Approx. 0.75x with 50mm lens at infinity; -1.0m-1

Viewfinder Information

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

Autofocus

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: 20°C)

Lens Servo

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)

Focus Area

Can be selected from 5 focus areas

AF Area Mode

1) Single Area AF, 2) Dynamic Area AF,

 

3) Closest Subject Priority Dynamic Area AF

Focus Lock

Focus can be locked by pressing shutter-release button halfway

 

(single-servo AF) or by pressing AE-L/AF-L button

Exposure Metering

TTL full-aperture exposure metering system

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

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Exposure Metering

1) EV 0 to 20 (3D Color Matrix or center-weighted metering)

Range

2) EV 2 to 20 (spot metering) (ISO 100 equivalent, f/1.4 lens, 20°C)

Exposure Mode

Digital Vari-Program (

Auto, Portrait, Landscape, Child

 

Sports,

Close up,

Night portrait),

 

Programmed Auto [P] with flexible program; Shutter-Priority Auto [S]; Aperture

 

Priority Auto [A]; Manual [M]

Exposure Compensation

±5 EV in increments of 1/3 or 1/2 EV

Auto Exposure Lock

Luminosity locked at detected value with AE-L/AF-L button

Auto Exposure Bracketing

Three frames ±2 EV in 1/3 or 1/2 steps

Shooting Modes

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

Shutter

Combined mechanical and CCD electronic shutter,

 

30 to 1/4000 sec. in steps of 1/3 or 1/2 EV, bulb

Sync Contact

X-contact only; flash synchronization at up to 1/500 sec.

Flash Control

1) TTL: TTL flash control by 420-pixel RGB sensor

 

Built-in Speedlight: i-TTL Balanced Fill-Flash or standard i-TTL flash

 

(spot metering)

 

 

SB-800 or 600: i-TTL Balanced Fill-Flash or standard i-TTL flash (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

Flash Sync Mode

1) Front-curtain Sync (normal sync), 2) Red-eye Reduction,

 

3) Red-eye Reduction with Slow Sync, 4) Slow Sync, 5) Rear-curtain Sync

Built-in Speedlight

, ,

, , : auto flash 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)

Flash Compensation

-3 to +1 EV in increments of 1/3 or 1/2 EV

Accessory Shoe

Standard ISO hot-shoe contact with safety lock provided

Self-timer

Electronically controlled timer with 2 to 20 seconds duration

Remote Control

Wireless Remote Control ML-L3 (optional)

Power Source

One Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL3,

 

AC Adapter EH-5 (optional)

Tripod Socket

1/4 in. (ISO1222)

 

Dimensions (W x H x D)

Approx. 133 x 102 x 76mm

Weight

Approx. 540g without battery, memory card or body cap

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

Optional Accessories

Rechargeable Li-ion Battery EN-EL3, Multi Charger MH-19, Quick Charger MH-18a,

 

AC Adapter EH-5, Speedlight SB-800/600, Eyepiece Magnifier DG-2, Angle Finder

 

DR-6, Nikon Capture 4 (Ver. 4.3) Software, Wireless Remote Control ML-L3,

 

Semi-Soft Case CF-D50

 

*Supplied accessories may differ in each country or area.

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Nikon manual Nikon Digital SLR Camera D50 Specifications, Auto aperture Available with SB-800 with CPU lens

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.