Nikon D50

...suggest a visit to the Nikon website. My review is a personal one - from a camera users point of view. I am writing this particular review in response to the rather lacklustre offerings that I have read about this particular camera. I really was hoping that my favourite review sites would point me in the correct direction over the choice of my first D-SLR - Digital Single Lens Reflex camera, but sadly, no, that did not turn out to be the case. ...
...not actually even handled a Nikon D50! I am no expert photographer, I can take as good a shot as the next person, having read quite a lot about the subject, maybe my framing techniques are better than average though. As with many other things in life I am a highly critical judge when it comes to a photograph, I know what makes a good shot and what does not. Nine times out of ten, the cost and make of the camera and lens have little importance on ...

RICHADA 08.07.2006 (09.07.2006) · Read full review
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...necessarily include a lens. Nikon package this in two options, either bundled with an 18-55mm lens (approximately 3x zoom), or just as a body, in which case you'll need to find a lens. This last option is likely to be popular with owners of Nikon film SLRs, as the lenses are interchangeable. Also in the box, you'll find a battery and charger, cables for connecting to your computer or TV, various bits of software and a neck strap. A notable omission ...
...it's not turned on. Nikon claim that from flicking this switch to being ready to shoot takes 1/5 of a second; I've not timed it, but I'm not about to argue with them. There's certainly no waiting around as with many compact digitals. Something which is very different about the D50 compared to a compact camera is that you cannot set up your shot using the screen on the back. This is due to the fundamental design of SLR cameras, you will have to use ...

Pritch 05.01.2006 · Read full review
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Before I bought my Nikon D50 I was using a point-and-shoot Olympus compact digital camera. I knew my photography was good, but I felt held back by the sluggishness of the point-and-shoot, and the fact that I had almost no control over the photographs that I was taking. My son was eighteen months old by this point and wouldn't sit still long enough for the camera to start, focus and take the photograph, with a horrible slow shutter speed which left ...
...shooting with a D100 and later a D200, and had nothing but praise for Nikon's DSLR range of cameras and top-quality glass. While I was researching DSLR cameras prior to my upgrade, he suggested I try one of Nikon's entry-level DSLR cameras. I chose the D50 because it was reasonably priced and came with the 18-55mm kit lens, which is an excellent piece of kit for the price. 6.1 megapixels sounds tiny in today's more-is-better world where 10 or even ...

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...a single day, even with numerous flashes and auto-focusing shots. The fast auto-focus, very user-friendly menus, flexibility with all Nikon lenses, and near-pro quality at a price that the weekend-photo-warrior consumer can afford, I don't see how you can go wrong with this camera. Happy photographing! ...

syke7 08.06.2006 · Read full review
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I bought my Nikon D50 a year ago and have had time to get to know it. Previously I had used a standard 35mm Nikon SLR which I have owned for 20 years so I was not a willing convert to 'digital', now I am! I chose the Nikon as the lenses I already possessed were interchangeble (remember focal length must be multiplied by 1.4 to give the digital equivalent). The first thing I noticed was how light it was compared to my old SLR. As a result I've tended ...
...the package over my older heavier lenses. The camera is simple to use and it is tempting to leave it on auto (4 auto settings - fully auto,programmed, aperture priority and shutter priority). I am only now beginning to explore the manual possibilities. The battery life is excellent and I can get through a 2 week holiday with some 150 photos without a recharge (like most from the old 35mm regime I tend to be frugal with my shots!) - the charger gets ...

Richard55 25.06.2007 · Read full review
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...owned an 'old school' traditional Nikon SLR (E Series), and had very much enjoyed using it, however found it costly having films developed (especially since I like to play with black and white photography). The camera arrived well packaged, with a range of extra bits - plug adapters, a charger, USB cable, tv cable, camera strap etc, and a decent sized manual which I tend to carry around in my camera bag (just in case!). To assemble the lense onto ...
...Also note that the lense comes with a lense cap (phew!). I haven't quite made my way through the manual, or through working out what each option in the menu, or on the interface/control system of the camera actually does. In this respect, it is a camera for professionals. Regardless, without this knowledge, it is still terribly easy to take very professional shots which encourage you to learn more about the camera. Thus, highly recommended for beginners. ...

joshi 25.01.2007 · Read full review
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...colleague recommended me to the Nikon - I had also considered the Canon 350 - and when I tried the two back to back in Jessops, the Nikon just felt right. If you have small hands, the Canon might be for you. Having used it for a few weeks, it certainly meets and exceed what I hoped to achieve with it. The kit comprises of a zoom 18-55 Nikkor lens which gives a good range of wide angle to "normal" and is good for most shots. The Sigma is a bonus ...
...a very good image throughout the zoom range and, with the aid of a tripod, will hopefully give me some excellent aircraft shots at Farnborugh this year. For those really long shots, a tripod is an essential and I have laso bought the infra red remote to minimise shake to the minimum/ The absolute beauty of this camera is that you can use it in anything from full auto to full manual and any combination in between. I have taken some beautiful shots ...

Trashman1965 13.05.2006 · Read full review
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What a fantastic camera. Does not matter if you are a novice or a professional this camera will give you stunning pictures times afer time and rivals cameras that cost a huge amount more. Easy to use and not too heavy you can not fail to get that stunning picture that you thought only a professional could get. As good as the D70 if not better in my opinion. Fantastic value for a digital slr that has all you need for a glowing career or just to take ...
...You can not go wrong with this camera. You won't need to upgrade for a very long time! Seriously this is a fantastic camera that will suit anyone. I've done some fabulous weddings and scenery with this camera. Lenses can be expensive if you want to experiment, but i would recommend ebay for that, i managed to get a second hand almost unused 400 lens for less than £50. ...

mandilou66 21.05.2007 · Read full review
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...into the other modes the Nikon had available. To make any senses I had to delve into the manual. But the read was worth it. I even purchased "DSLR for Dummies!" Very helpful and now I'm on the way to becoming an ok amateur photographer! Check out www.waynehackman.com for some of my shots! The problem is that now I suffer from "lens envy!" I always want a bigger and better lens! They can be more expensive then the actual camera! So watch this when ...
...if for some reason your Nikon becomes damaged or you want to go pro! The lenses will fit most other Nikon dslr's across the range! Even some of the old 35mm stuff as well. Good things: -Battery life amazing! (Even better if you switch the screen off) -Very fast at taking a shot! No waiting for the camera to think about what it's shooting! -Takes SD cards - Camera has a fully automatic mode that is better then most compact digitals. Not so great ...

whackstar 05.04.2007 · Read full review
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I brought the Nikon D50 because I wanted to learn how to use an SLR camera, while also being able to just point and shoot when I didn't have the time to concentrate on setting up the shot. This camera is excellent at both. It produces high quality photographs in both situations - I regualrly use pictures I have taken with this camera as backgrounds on my 19 inch computer screen and the picture quality remains excellent - no fuzzy dots! If you want ...
...and aperture, this camera is an excellent starting point, and it has the added bonus of being able to take excellent everyday photos in a basic point and shoot mode so others who don't want to get into the more technical and artistic side of Photography will also be able to use this camera with great ease. One minor compliant I have is that if you want to change your picture from colour to black and white or sepia, you will need to buy photoshop ...

isthereanynamethathasntbeentaken 05.07.2007 · Read full review
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...from its far more expensive Nikon stablemates. The camera controls all fall easily to hand when holding the camera, and far from being complex I have found the layout to be logical and comfortable. It is similar in many ways to the rival Canon EOS350, and has a similar set of functions. Fantastic results can be achieved simply by setting everything to auto and using it as a point and shoot compact, although one that can take sequences of shots until ...
...time and virtually no shutter lag, great results from the programmed modes, full control available if required, uses cheap SD card storage. Disadvantages - lens switch (auto/manual) easily knocked when taking out from case, desire to purchase even better Nikon only enhanced when you use their entry level model. ...

SvenP 31.01.2008 · Read full review
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The Nikon D50 is a fantastic camera! I strarted doing photography a year ago now, I started out with a manual SLR but had persistent problems. I decided to go and splash out on a brand new digital SLR and after browsing around decided on the D50. The D50 is possibly one of the cheapest entry level digital SLR's. Within 5 minutes of getting the camera set up and ready I was taking photographs... This cameras best feature is its simplicity. You can ...
...the time, thanks to the cameras auto foucus and auto settings. The camera will choose apropriate aperture, shutter speed and film speed for the best image result in the current lighting conditions. The photos are saved onto a SD card. If you are like me though, and enjoy setting up your camera manualy, you can. Sometimes I have to do this anyway as sometimes the camera chooses some strange settings if the light is very dull, this is probably my ...

lumpbucket 25.05.2006 · Read full review
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...time playing around with my Nikon 3200, I thought it was about time I took the step up. My knowledge is limited, so it's important to realise that anything I say here is purely beginner's opinion, but I'll give you my two pennies. Orginally looking at the Canon EOS350D, I trundled down to Tom Dennis in Lincoln and asked my good friend, Twist, what he thought I should do. Being an owner of the D70 himself, he recommended the D50 to me as a good entry-level ...
...common problem oft' related by Nikon users. On the plus side it has incredibly easy-to-use menus and clear and concise controls. It has five main focus areas within the frame, and if it focuses on the wrong one, releasing and refocusing lets you cycle through. Picture quality is spot on and the software provided is good, with a number of basic editing functions available. It's not quite Photoshop, but it does what it needs to. The camera is well-built ...

robcauson 06.10.2006 · Read full review
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...lense that came with the Nikon F55 kit which can also be used with this camera. This combined with the sports mode gets some very very high quality pictures. I used this last Chritmas during a massive family snow ball fight. When these pictures were viewed they werent just pictures but you can truely capture the feeling and the emotion if used correctly. I would 101% recomend this camera for anyone looking to keep things digital but wants more control ...

Nelly78 02.05.2006 · Read full review
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The Nikon D50 is a beautifully looking piece of kit (especially in sliver, which I paid an extra £5 for) which feels perfectly weight in the hand (As do most SLR's). If you are a past user of Nikon camera's you will be at home with the size and shape of the D50. In comparison to the entry level Canon and the Konica Minolta 5D (who have now been bought out by Sony) if performs favourably in the area's of colour clarity and ease of use of the menu. ...
...the crispness possible with the Nikon is amazing to see, with clearly defined lines and colours it shows up beautifully over short and long distance. The provided lens is wide enough, and a telephoto lens will add much variety to the camera. Buy with a 1gb card and take 558+ pictures on the card, which is an amazing amount (took 300+ in a week in Egypt). Don't be expecting all the features you get in a normal digital camera (movie recording etc), ...

nimlad 02.08.2006 · Read full review
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