Nikon N50 User Manual

WHILE YOU'RE TAKING PICTURES
Using the Built-In Flash
O ^ O
The flash can be used
when the subject is within
0.6 to 3m (2.0 to 9.8 feet)
when using a film with
ISO 100 and the AF
Zoom-Nikkor 35-80mm
f/4-f/5.6 D lens.
If 4 blinks inside the viewfinder, use the built-in flash. Press the flash
lock release button. Lightly press the shutter release button, wait for the
4 to come on in the viewfinder. Confirm the • (in-focus indicator)
appears in the viewfinder, then fully depress the shutter release button.
• If 4 blinks after shooting for a few seconds, this means that the light
might be insufficient. Check shooting distance, and if necessary,
move closer to subject and take a picture with flash again.
If a stationary
subject starts to
move
Remove your finger from
the shutter release
button and lightly press
again to restart
autofocus.
Viewfinder information
W H I
hi I blinks—Overexposure
possible
Use a film with lower ISO, or
use a Nikon Neutral Density
Filter.
Lo blinks—Underexposure
possible
Use the built-in flash.
4 blinks (without flash)—
-1,_ " Flash recommendation
This happens when it's dark.
Use the built-in flash.
[ ] blinks inside viewfinder—
Picture blur is possible
The light is probably dim and the
automatically selected shutter speed is
slow. This can cause picture blur due
to camera shake. Hold the camera
steady, or use a tripod. Or, use a built-
in flash.
• blinks—Unacceptable condition
for autofocus
Autofocus requires that the subject
have some contrast or details to focus
upon. Make sure the subject conforms.
You can't focus on the sky, a blank
wall, a very shiny surface, a subject
which has no details or contrast.
WHEN YOU'VE TAKEN A COMPLETE ROLL
Auto Rewind
When the film reaches the end of roll, it rewinds auto¬
matically. After rewinding is completed, remove the film.
•When battery power is very weak, or when temperature is
very low, film may not rewind at the end of roll; Err will appear
in the LCD panel. In this case, replace battery with a fresh
one, or wait for the temperature to rise and then press the
rewind button.
To rewind film at mid-roll: Press the
rewind button on the camera bottom.
Shortcut to Great Pictures
Nikon N50 SHOOTING IN SIMPLE MODE
Read this Instruction Sheet to learn operate your N50, please also read the
how to use your N50 camera in the N50 Instruction Manual booklet, after
SIMPLE mode. you have become familiar with the
For additional information about how to SIMPLE mode.
I M a k e sure the power switch is turned Q Insert 6-volt lithium battery pack (2CR5
off. Attach the AF Nikkor lens. Z or Duracell DL245 type).
3 Turn on the power switch and load film. mark and close the camera back. Film auto-
Pull the film leader out to the red index matically advances to frame #1.

Nikon N50 Specifications

General

Lens Mount	Nikon F mount
Film Format	35mm
Type	SLR
Exposure Modes	Program, Aperture Priority, Shutter Priority, Manual
Focus	Manual
Flash	Built-in, Hot shoe
ISO Range	ISO 25 – 5000 (with DX coding)

Summary

WHILE YOU'RE TAKING PICTURES

Using the Built-In Flash

How to use the built-in flash for photography, including range and indicators.

Viewfinder Information

Explanation of indicators and symbols displayed in the camera viewfinder.

PREPARING THE CAMERA

Camera Setup and Battery Insertion

Steps for preparing the camera by attaching a lens and inserting the battery pack.

WHEN YOU'VE TAKEN A COMPLETE ROLL

Auto Rewind Procedure

Details on automatic film rewinding and troubleshooting weak battery conditions.

CAMERA SETTINGS

Aperture, Focus, and Mode Adjustment

Setting the lens aperture, focus switch to AF, and selector dial to SIMPLE.

TAKING PICTURES

General Subject Shooting

Instructions for taking a picture of a general subject using autofocus and meter.

Program Mode Shooting

How to select and take pictures using Landscape, Portrait, and Close-up programs.