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Note: This camera was first sold in Mar 2005. It has been replaced by the Nikon D40X.
Nikon D50
Nikon D50
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Q: I have the Canon S1IS and suddenly the screen turned all blurry and purple. A moment before it was fine. not drop the camera.
A: Hi Priscilla,This is a known issue with some models of Canon cameras. What has happened... read more
Q: How do you take a picture with the Nikon D50 camera?
A: Turn the camera on, set the mode-dial to Auto, aim at your subject and press... read more
Q: Black flickering on white objects after I take a picture.
A: This is because you have somehow gotten it into one of the image review modes... read more
Q: How do I go to continuous shooting?
A: To choose a shooting mode, press the [multiple shot/page] button and rotate the command dial... read more
Q: How do you keep the photo file number continuing after deteting a full card on the Nikon D50. My D70 the file number continues on.
A: Geoff - Your D50 tracks the numbers in its computer. To continue a sequence of... read more
Q: instructions on how to use Nikon 50
A: You can find the full instruction manual to the Nikon D50 here: http://www.nikonusa.com/pdf/manuals/noprint/D50_en_noprint.pdf   ... read more
Q: Where's the button on the Nikon D50 to turn off the grayscale setting?
A: I'd try resetting the camera back to factory defaults. This is a fairly easy procedure... read more
Q: When i look back at the pictures i have taken in one setting some of them say, "File does not contain image data"
A: Chances are, they're still there. What I would do is get those pictures off the... read more
Q: Can the D50 use 4 gb sdhc memory cards?
A: No. It can't. Unfortunately, your ceiling is 2GB. But that isn't necessarily a bad thing. read more
Q: My wife's Nikon D50 keeps locking up. Battery is fine. Where is the best place for repairs?
A: First thing I would do is reset the camera. This is a fairly easy procedure... read more
Q: blurry pix w/action shots
A: Set the mode on Aperture and "open 'er wide up" (smallest aperture number setting). This... read more
Q: How can I date-stamp photos with my Nikon D50?
A: Hi there,Do you mean that you want the printed photos to be date stamped? If... read more
Q: the lenses of the Nikon N80 can be used with the Nikon D50?
A: Ivan,The Nikon D50 and the Nikon D80 do use the same lenses. In fact, all... read more
Q: Absolute newbie to camera's, but would like a good straight forward new one. Thanks!
A: The Nikon D50 would be perfect for you. You already heard from one of your... read more
Q: Please explain the lost manual settings of the D40 from the D50
A: Hi Karen,It's no problem, this stuff can get confusing. With the D40, here are the... read more
Q: Do lenses for a Nikon FG fit on a Nikon D50 or other Nikon SLRs?
A: Hi Roland,The short answer is that most F-mount Nikon lenses will work just fine on... read more
Q: I have Nikon AF Nikkor lenses that are about 14 years old. Will they work with the D50 or D40?
A: It is possible to use all nikon lenses on the D40(even pre AI lenses). The... read more
Q: can you record a portrait pic as a lanscape, to keep from having to rotate
A: Are you referring to record as actually taking video of the picture and capturing a... read more
Q: I'm trying to choose between the Nikon D50 and the Canon Rebel XTI/400D. The D80 is out of my price range. Which would you recommend?
A: Hi Michelle,Between these two I would lean towards the Canon XTI. The Nikon D50 is... read more
Q: What zoom lenses do you recommend for the Nikon D50?
A: For sports shots and kids (who never pose like statues and area always moving), you... read more

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Open Questions for the Nikon D50

Q: I bought a new 8gb card but it doesn't seem to work with my D50. Is the camera limited as far as the card capacity?
5 points for best answer - 2 replies
Q: if i buy a new nikon d50 now for $550, is it a rip off??
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Q: the lens will not come out to take photo nikon D50
20 points for best answer - 1 reply
Q: How can one check how many shutter actuations ?
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Q: why does auto focus area change from original setting when different shooting modes are used?
10 points for best answer - 5 replies
Q: will the nikon e40x accept any of the lens' from my Pentex K 1000 collection?
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Q: Should I get a Nikon D50 or a Canon Rebel XT?
20 points for best answer - 1 reply
Q: High quality but QUIET SLR Camera for Use with telephoto lenses
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Q: Are the Nikon ENEL3 and ENEL3a batteries interchangeable? My dealer sold me the ENEL3 as a spare, but the camera came with the ENEL3a battery.
5 points for best answer - 1 reply
Q: i am looking at the Nikon D-50 and -Olympus Evolt e-500 would like to know your opinion on which one to get not a pro just like good pics
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Q: How can I view images that are in RAW format?
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Q: Will the LZ3 take good panoramic/scenic shots?
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Q: What is the fastest speed SD memory card
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Q: What's the best camer for shooting theatre shots?
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Q: I am new to Digital Photography. Is there a big quality difference between 6 megapixels and 10. Should I skip the D50 for the D80?
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Q: best wide angle lens for a D50?
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Q: Just venturing into photography--do you recommend the Canon 20D or the Nikon D50?
30 points for best answer - 1 reply
Q: will the lenses i have for my nikon f and my nikkormat fit this camera?
20 points for best answer - 1 reply
Q: getting error code "CHA" om top viewer
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Q: What is recommended flash for portrait photography?
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