Typical price: £485
What is it: 6.1-megapixel digital SLR with an 18-55mm lens
What we think: The Nikon D50 is an appealing SLR for family photographers and shutterbugs on a budget
What you need to know
Reviewed on: 9 September 2005
Tags: Nikon, Nikon D50, manual mode, investment, scene modes
We like:
Strong performance; excellent image quality; low visual noise; simple modes for neophytes; robust burst mode
We don't like:
Simplified controls sometimes clumsy to use; small viewfinder; no depth-of-field preview; only one set of custom parameters; raw-file editing/control software costs extra
You might also need:
An SD/MMC card with a capacity of at least 256MB
CNET UK judgement:
Performance and features that rival those of more expensive digital SLR cameras make the 6-megapixel Nikon D50 one of the best entry-level options
Full review:
Seven worry-free scene modes augmented by a serviceable set of manual controls and advanced focusing options make this least-expensive Nikon digital SLR camera a viable alternative to the popular D70s. The family-oriented Nikon D50, which includes a kid-friendly Child mode that brightens colours while retaining accurate skin tones, joins the Pentax *ist DL and the Konica Minolta Maxxum 5D in the 6-megapixel SLR sub-£600 price arena. Continue Reading...
Latest user reviews
August 10, 2006
Posted by: Bradley Bell
"Awesome!"
June 7, 2006
Posted by: Christopher Bradburn
"Really easy to use as a first-time SLR digital camera with excellent pictures"
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