[ January 3rd, 2010 ]

Nikon D50

Colour and convenience are the key points Nikon d50 digital camera could lay claim to. With its composite outer body, it is relatively lighter than most Digital Single Lens Reflex (DSLR) cameras. Photographers can take advantage of this as they may feel more comfortable while shooting, although this may also lead others to question its durability. The camera grip fits even those with larger hands and since most of the controls are found at the back of the camera, changing the camera settings is a breeze.

As with most photographers, the image’s colour quality is a major issue when choosing a camera. The Nikon d50 digital camera produces high quality photos with vivid colours that are close enough to your subjects’. When shooting human or animal subjects, the Nikon d50 camera captures even the eye color of the subjects and with unexpectedly clear details and this ability sets it apart from other DSLRs. Since it is designed to shoot under program modes, it requires less effort to adjust the settings that will suit you whether shooting in landscape, portrait, or night shot mode.

The camera may have some minor glitches but if you are a photographer who doesn’t have issues with using the automatic settings of a camera, then the Nikon d50 digital camera will suit you just fine. For instance, changing the ISO on most DSLRs requires pushing the ISO button once and then setting the value after releasing the button. With the Nikon d50 camera, pushing the ISO button while constantly turning the dial is necessary for you to be certain to you get the setting that you want. Another drawback is the unconventional way to attach lenses to the camera body. With the Nikon d50 digital camera, you have to twist in a counterclockwise direction unlike with most DSLRs where you have to do otherwise.

With its price just under £500, the Nikon d50 digital camera is an excellent starting point for photographers and photography enthusiasts who have plans on entering onto the Nikon system. It is also the ideal camera for those who would want to carry a DSLR around at most times as it even comes with a neck strap. But if you are the type who favours shooting using manual controls, then this camera is not for you.

Camera’s Specifications:

Manufacturer

Nikon

Price

£474.94

Image sensor

23.7 x 15.5 mm (Nikon DX) 6.3MP, 6.0 effective

Maximum output resolution

3008 x 2000

Other resolutions

2256 x 1496, 1504 x 1000

Zoom

By lens

Optical focal length (35mm)

By lens

Maximum lens aperture

By lens

Shutter speeds

30 – 1/4,000 sec + B

ISO rating

Auto/200/400/800/1600

LCD screen

2.0” TFT, approx. 130K pixels

Viewfinder

TTL optical

Flash range

Approx 4m, GN15 at ISO 200

Flash modes

Auto, Manual, Slow, Front, Rear, Red-eye reduction

Exposure control

Auto, P, A, S, M, 5 scene modes

Exposure metering

Matrix, Spot, CW Average

Exposure Compensation

± 2 Ev with 1/3 or 1/2 Ev steps

White balance modes

Auto, Daylight, Cloudy, Shade, Flash, Tungsten, Fluorescent, Custom

Auto-Focus

TTL phase detection with illuminator

Manual focus

Yes

Macro focus distance

By lens

Recording Modes

Single-shot, Continuous

Image formats

JPEG, RAW, RAW+JPEG

Compression

Fine, Normal, Basic

Picture Adjustments

Normal, Vivid, Sharpening, Direct Print, Portrait, Landscape, Custom

Video (maximum resolution/format)

N/A

Movie Length

N/A

Self-timer

2-20 seconds

Memory card slot

SD

Supplied Memory

None

Batteries supplied

Nikon EN-EL3 Li-ion battery

Recharger supplied

Yes

A/V output

PAL and NTSC

Ports

AV, USB 2.0, DC

Accessories

Neck strap, Software CD

Dimensions (W x H x D)

133 x 102 x 76mm

Weight (Body Only)

540g

Software

Nikon Picture Project 1.5

Warranty

24 Months

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