Used Nikon D50 6.1 Megapixel Digital SLR Camera Body

2018-04-28T20:00:00

This is my first good digital camera and I could not have selected a finer one. I have been shooting for over 60 years starting with a Dick Tracy point and shoot 127 up to some very high tech 35mm and 2 1/4 format cameras . But I find the ease of use and the high quality of the results are almost too easy to accomplish . One of the best decisions I ever made.

Backstreetcycles

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2015-08-11T21:00:00

Have been using Nikons for last 40 years and will always be brand loyal. This is just me still have my original F2,FE,FM and 35 f1.2,50 f1.8,135 2.8,300 f 3.5, 500 f5.6 lenses that I occasionally get out and use. But the ease of seeing instantly what you took is just so nice. Wish someone made a digital back conversion for the older 35 mm bodies, I myself like the bigger heavier old metal bodies

Rock c.

2014-05-24T20:00:00

This little workhorse provides rich color and excellent details. Its simplicity makes it easy to use unlike many of the newer "beginner" models which have too many bells and whistles. Oh, that Nikon would go back do the D50s with the 24mp sensor and lose the guide modes and video.

D50owner

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2014-05-10T20:00:00

I came from a Manual focus / exposure no battery needed to use Nikon FM2 to the D50. It was one of the only autofocus / auto exposure cameras I used, let alone owned. But I like the auto focus system on this camera To get started I set the camera to center waited metering and p program. The best part it could use the older AF lens. It made switch to digital easier and cheaper than the newer entry level cameras,

joseph5063

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2012-12-09T19:00:00

I received this camera a number of years ago as a gift.( I did ask for it) I had used film cameras for years beginning with a Zeiss Ikon , several Canon models and finally with the Nikon N65. This was my first DSLR and I used it for everything and I still have it. It is a fairly light weight DSLR which helps when lugging it through rough terrain or working with it for many hours. It wasn't the slickest or most expensive Nikon when I got it but it held it's own. I have since added a number of lenses and accessories to make the experience even more gratifying. The only shortfall I had was it's inability to use newer larger SD cards. But that was not a major issue as I could just swap out the filled card for a new one. This camera works and works well. I have never had any mechanical or electronic issues with it. Although I have now added a new higher tech Nikon to my collection I intend to continue using the D50 for a indefinite amount of time. One great thing is that all of my lenses and many of my accessories for the D50 will work with the new D7000 and vice versa. I have read lately comments by people who feel that Nikon's quality has fallen over the last few years. I have not seen this first hand and my past experiences with Nikon is that it is a premier line of DSLR cameras and stands second to none.

Camera N.

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2012-11-06T19:00:00

I purchased this camera many years ago, I love it! I have taken so many photographs of family, friends, vacations, sporting events, snow storms and even the aftermath of a hurricane!! When I first started to take photos I would leave the camera setting on AUTO now that I am more experienced I can play with the settings and still capture great shots from the Alaskan Glaciers to my sons running track.

photomom

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2012-07-12T20:00:00

J'ai acheté cet appareil croyant que c'était un semi-Pro... :-P #Vendeur# Mais a vrai dire, je suis vraiment ravis des performance qu'il offres! Je photographie beaucoup d'oiseaux, et malgré mon manque d'expérience... j'ai réussis a capter de vrai bijoux!!! Le seul hikkk! Est que le focus quelques fois est trop lent ou il perd la mire !!! Les oiseaux Ils ne niaisent pas eux!!! Très Satisfait!!!

Noiro

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2012-07-05T20:00:00

This was my first digital camera, bought it when it first came out many years ago. I still use it as my main DSLR today, although I do have a D7000 on order. I love this camera, even though it's only 6mp. I've used it for weddings, car shows, rodeos, concerts, etc, and it has never failed me. My only complaint, is the noise with ISO settings higher than 400. But considering the age of this camera, it still performs very well, and with good light, it produces great photos. I still plan on using it after I get my new camera...actually planning on converting it to an IR camera. I'll continue using this camera, until the shutter gives out.. Great camera.

guitarman41

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2012-04-25T20:00:00

I purchased this camera when it first Mae out. Since then I have owned various Nikon models including the D300 which was an awesome camera. I was forced to sell my D300 togethere with all my accessories but I have kept the D50. It wasn't until I started using it again that I realised how good it really is. I can honestly say that, apart from noise issues in low light, the D50 is awesome. Easy to use, intelligent and very very reliable. It's a lot closer to a film SLR than the newer high spec models. On comparing shots taken with my D300 with those of the D50, it is clear to me that, if image size was not an issue, the D50 could win hands down. Thank the lord I didn't sell it. I still use it for weddings, christenings etc to great effect.

Gibrick1968

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2012-04-11T20:00:00

I have had this camera for several years, (my wife got it for a wedding gift to me). I have never been anyting but pleased with it. It is very easy to use and understand and I have not found anything to do with it that I couldn't accomplish without a little know how. This has been an amazing treat and I while I know that I need to get a new camera (or at least a newer one with video) This one will still be one of my first and best loves.

Isley

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2012-02-22T19:00:00

I got this camera used. Even though it was used I have no complaints! I love it! It is a great starter camera for anyone wanting to enter the world of dSLR's.

Nikon l.

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2011-11-30T19:00:00

I have enjoyed this camera for several years. It has worked as advertised with only one minor problem with was repaired. My next camera will probably be a D90.

cbqer

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2011-10-10T20:00:00

Even though I just purchased the D7000, I still use this camera. No complaints

Jake

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2011-09-10T20:00:00

The Nikon D50 works great! Imagine just with 6.1 megapixels, it produces clear pictures! My Nikon D50 was a hand-over last January 2011 and it was purchased by my brother in-law way back 2005. It had almost 50,000 shots at it when I got it and still working fine today. When I got it, the original lens was a Nikon 18-55mm Asphererical lens, and this lens is limited to wide angle photographs and shorter distance zooming as well. Recently, I bought two Nikon telephoto zoom lenses, Nikon 55-200mm f4-5.6 ED VR, and a Nikon 80-400mm f4-5.6 ED VR lens and both lens works perfectly with my D50! Now I am able to bird shoot at longer ranges…next time would get an 800mm lens for even farther wildlife shooting ranges.

Erwin

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2011-08-17T20:00:00

This has been an Excellent easy to use camera. It has done almost everything I have asked of it. The only time it has not produced superior photos is because I could not afford fast enough lenses for bad indoor lighting conditions at sporting events - no fault of the camera.

Paul

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2011-08-14T20:00:00

After years as a photojournalist using Nikon F's and F2s, I finally made the transition to a DSLR four years ago. My choice was the D50 and it's still the camera I use, although I no longer make my living as a shooter. I know the D50 is no longer in production, but it's been a great, reliable camera. Matched with an 18-55 mm DX lens and a 70-300 ED-VR zoom lens, I'm ready for almost any situation.

NikonneCT

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2011-06-22T20:00:00

Although it doesn't have all the features of Nikon's D80 and D90, its still a good companion camera that can capture some nice looking images. I often use it for family get togethers.

Pixal P.

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2011-06-19T20:00:00

Bought mine as gift to self back in 2000?... from Costco no less. Have been using it non-stop since. It is my baby and am v. protective over it. Love the prof sound it makes when it takes pic and the quality of pic is great. Def recommend for the aspiring amateur. Only had one issue, when I dropped it on concrete, lens down, lens optics broke. Overall it has been a consistent pleaser.

Hibernia

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2011-04-25T20:00:00

This is my first DSLR. a hand-me-down from my aunt. I love the colors when I'm shooting with this camera, I think it's because of the sensor. I also like the simplicity of this camera, sometimes we don't need that much of a setting to produce great photos, we just need to know the basics. Even though I also own a D90, I never go to a shoot without my D50.

JAL

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2011-04-17T20:00:00

This camera works very well but it is hard to get info and lense compatibility.

da

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2011-04-14T20:00:00

I own the standard D50 package that includes a lens marked DX SWM ED and elsewhere marked AF-S. I have screw-on closeup lenses, 3 each of 1, 2, and 4 diopters. A friend owns a Nikon 880 camera. The 880 focuses to infinity, and also allows closeups as near as 3 inches, with fantastic depth of field (I do not have a numerical measure of depth of field). I cannot match 880 performance with my D50, nor can I find an advertized lens that would match 880 closeup performance.

SouthernNevadaCamera

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2011-04-14T20:00:00

Have used the D50 since early 2006 and can only sing its praises. It is relatively simple, easy to use and without all the bells and whistles that make more recent cameras a complicated lesson in electronics. For the occasional amateur photographer it is ideal and am disappointed that it is no longer readily available. Compared to recent productions, the number of pixels seems low but, again for the amateur occasional user, the pictures produced are excellent.

Amateur M.

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2011-04-13T20:00:00

The D50 took very acceptable photos, even for 16X20 and up to 20X30 prints. Was replaced by a D80 when the D50 shutter failed at about 3000 pictures and the cost to repair exceeded the then value of the camera. Very disappointing after only three years of easy service!

jim

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2011-04-12T20:00:00

I have had this camera for quite some time. I have taken it to Hawaii and throughout the USA. The clarity of the pictures is such that my wifes new powershot with 12 megapixels is still underperformed by my Nikon. As a part time hobbiest and lover of photography, i see no need to upgrade to a newer body style as i don't even use all of the functions i have. I love this camera

eric

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2011-04-10T20:00:00

My godson's wife introduced me to digital dSLR. After using another brand for a year, I came back to Nikon and immediately noticed a tremendous difference. I now shoot over 20,000 photographs a year and I can still access most of the photographs shot with my D50, although many of those shot with other cameras are now corrupted. Plus this camera uploads to my computer very fast and a fully charged battery lasts me a whole day, compared to two hours for another dSLR. Currently I have two D50 systems and I am considering the purchase of another Nikon system possibly by the end of this year.

PhotoDeacon

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2011-02-20T19:00:00

My first camera, a D50, I had for 5 years, and created lush sharp textured landscapes of Central Oregon and beyond. I printed 16x24's for an art opening... stunning. Thanks Nikon for creating the perfect artistic camera.

Bend O.

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2011-01-21T19:00:00

The D50 is an improvement on the D70 if only because it uses the more reliable SD card instead of the CF. The CF has to make 50 contact points or you get the dreaded CHR error code which disables the camera. The contact pins in the camera must be cleaned (get a kit) and the CF female contacts must also be treated to a cleaner from radioshack. That may solve the problem. There are also issues with failure to power and LCD failure. D50 appears to be bulletproof, relatively speaking. Cleaning the CCD is a tedious task, better avoided. Make sure you change the lens rarely and quickly. Eventually I got a couple of D90s which is a D50 with 12.3mp and a few other tricks too, but I paid for it. My D50s are still at hand.

petie3

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2010-10-31T20:00:00

this camera is amazing, i bought it when my D60 unfortunately died and i was shocked, it handles like a high level professional DSLR i know that it is older than the D60 but its still an amazing camera.

Industrial p.

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2010-10-23T20:00:00

I was a little afraid of purchasing a DSLR camera. But I decided to get into the DSLR world by the hand of the best brand in the world. I reviewed several options from Nikon and the competition, but decided for the D50 because of the ease of use. I was not disappointed neither was my wife who immediately embraced the camera and started taking pictures. The pictures look great no matter what we did. As we learned more and more about the techniques, the results started to look really professional. We own now a D2X and are still using our faithful D50 which by the way, have never had any breakdowns.

Lucaslux

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2010-10-22T20:00:00

I was a high school photographer for 3 years and only used this camea. I did not like the other d- cameras out there. The only problem I rn into was with the flash attatchment. Other than it is a wnderful camera for beginners.

kaylamarie0128

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