106, Following lenses can be used with the D50

Technical

The following lenses can be used with the D50:

	Camera setting		Focus		Mode		Metering
			M (with		DVP,
Lens/accessory		AF	electronic	M	P, S,	M	, ,
Lens/accessory			range ﬁnder)		A
CPU	Type G or D AF Nikkor 2; AF-S, AF-I Nikkor	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔	✔ 3
CPU	PC-Micro Nikkor 85 mm f/2.8D 4	—	✔ 5	✔	—	✔	✔ 3
lenses	Other AF Nikkor (except lenses for F3AF)	✔ 8	✔ 8	✔	✔	✔	✔ 3
	AF-S/AF-I Teleconverter 6	✔ 7	✔ 7	✔	✔	✔	✔ 3
1
1	AI-P Nikkor	—	✔ 9	✔	✔	✔	✔ 3
	AI-P Nikkor	—	✔ 9	✔	✔	✔	✔ 3
Non-	AI-modiﬁed, AI-, AI-S, or Series E Nikkor	—	✔ 9	✔	—	✔ 11	—
Non-	Reﬂex Nikkor	—	—	✔	—	✔ 11	—
	Medical Nikkor 120 mm f/4	—	✔ 9	✔	—	✔ 12	—
CPU
CPU	PC-Nikkor	—	✔ 5	✔		✔ 11	—
lenses	PB-6 Bellows Focusing Attachment13	—	✔ 9	✔	—	✔ 11	—
	AI-type Teleconverter	—	✔ 7	✔	—	✔ 11	—
10
10	Auto extension rings (PK-series 11-A, 12,	—	✔ 9	✔	—	✔ 11	—
	Auto extension rings (PK-series 11-A, 12,	—	✔ 9	✔	—	✔ 11	—
	or 13; PN-11)

Notes—Optional Accessories

1 IX Nikkor lenses can not be used.

2 Vibration Reduction (VR) supported with VR lenses.

3 Spot metering meters selected focus area.

4 The camera’s exposure metering and ﬂash control systems do not work properly when shifting and/or tilting the lens, or when an aperture other than the maximum aperture is used.

5 Electronic range ﬁnder can not be used with shifting or tilting.

6 Compatible with AF-I Nikkor lenses and with all AF- S lenses except DX 12–24 mm f/4G, ED 17–35 mm f/2.8D, DX ED 17–55 mm f/2.8G, DX ED 18–70 mm f3.5–4.5G, ED 24–85 mm f/3.5–4.5G, VR ED 24–120 mm f/3.5–5.6G, and ED 28–70 mm f/2.8D.

7 With maximum effective aperture of f/5.6 or faster.

8 If AF 80–200 mm f/2.8S, AF 35–70 mm f/2.8S, new- model AF 28–85 mm f/3.5–4.5S, or AF 28–85 mm f/3.5–4.5S is zoomed in while focusing at minimum range, image on matte screen in viewﬁnder may not be in focus when in-focus indicator is displayed. Focus manually using image in viewﬁnder as guide.

9 With maximum aperture of f/5.6 or faster.

10 Some lenses can not be used (see following page). 11 Can be used in mode M, but camera exposure meter

can not be used.

12 Can be used in mode M at shutter speeds slower than 1/125 s, but camera exposure meter can not be used.

13 Attach in vertical orientation (can be used in hori- zontal orientation once attached).

106 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.

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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.

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Nikon manual 106, Following lenses can be used with the D50, Focus Mode, Lens/accessory

Models: D50

The following lenses can be used with the D50:

Focus

Mode

Lens/accessory

or 13; PN-11)

3 Spot metering meters selected focus area.

9 With maximum aperture of f/5.6 or faster.

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D50 specifications