28-102 mm equivalent, f/2.8-5.6, 3.6x optical zoom
Memory card
SD/SDHC
Max memory
Up to 32GB (SDHC)
Battery
2x AA batteries (NiMH rechargeable recommended)
Size
Approx. 94.5 x 64.5 x 44 mm (W x H x D)
Weight
Approx. 160 g (body only, without battery and card)
Nikon COOLPIX P50 FAQ
What battery does the Nikon COOLPIX P50 use?
Nikon COOLPIX P50 uses 2x AA batteries (NiMH rechargeable recommended). When buying used, confirm the seller includes a working charger or plan to add one. See the battery guide for charger and spare-battery checks.
What memory card does the Nikon COOLPIX P50 take?
Nikon COOLPIX P50 uses SD/SDHC. The current buyer-facing maximum is Up to 32GB (SDHC); for older or unusual formats, stay within that limit and avoid oversized cards. See the memory card guide before buying cards for older cameras.
Is the Nikon COOLPIX P50 worth buying used?
It can be worth buying if you want a 8.1 MP effective Nikon digital camera from 2007 with 1/2.5-inch CCD. Check power, lens movement, screen condition, and storage access before paying. Run the used digital camera checklist before buying. For nearby Nikon options, compare Nikon COOLPIX P4 and Nikon COOLPIX P500.
How do you transfer photos from the Nikon COOLPIX P50?
The simplest transfer path is usually to remove the memory card and use a compatible card reader. If the camera uses internal storage or a rare card format, confirm the cable or reader before buying. The card reader guide and photo transfer guide cover the common options.
Nikon COOLPIX P50 is worth judging as its own Nikon long-zoom body, not just as a generic old compact. Start with condition, the exact battery/card setup, and whether its look fits what you want to shoot.
What owners like
Nikon COOLPIX P50 works best when you want zoom-first daylight travel, casual events, and far-away subjects without carrying an interchangeable-lens kit rather than a technically perfect modern camera; its 1/2.5-inch CCD and 38-116mm equivalent, 3x optical zoom are the main character of the look.
Common complaints
Check the lens movement, flash, screen, buttons, and card door calmly before relying on it; older compact bodies can need a little patience without being a bad buy.
What to compare
Compare it with Nikon COOLPIX P60, Nikon COOLPIX P5000, Nikon COOLPIX B500, Nikon COOLPIX P900 to decide whether you want this exact body, a cheaper nearby compact, or a slightly more capable alternative.
