Gateway DC-M50 5MP Digital Camera w/ 3x Optical Zoom

by Gateway

Product Details

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• Item Weight: 10.6 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S. and to APO/FPO addresses. For APO/FPO shipments, please check with the manufacturer regarding warranty and support issues.
• ASIN: B0000UL3EW
• Item model number: DC-M50
• Batteries: 4 AA batteries required. (included)
• Average Customer Review: 2.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #34,152 in Camera & Photo (See Top 100 in Camera & Photo)
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes
• Date first available at Amazon.com: October 20, 2003

Product Description

Give your old film camera the boot! It's time to replace your old film camera with an easy-to-use Gateway digital camera, and forget about the hassles of film and developing--now you can take all the pictures you want! The new 5 megapixel DC-M50 digital camera from Gateway produces high-resolution images with enough detail to make prints up to 11x14 inches. Learn the ropes of going digital with this camera that weighs less than a can of soda! The 3X optical zoom provides sharp detail letting you take in the scene with a wide-angle view, or zoom in on the action. The digital zoom function can increase the maximum magnification of the optical zoom lens up to two times. Or get ready for your own close up and take a self-portrait using the 10 second self-timer. The date and time are recorded as part of the image information, so you'll never have to guess when your shots were taken. Determine image composition while looking into the large 1.8-inch TFT LCD monitor or viewfinder. The built-in LCD panel allows you to see the image you've taken, which will show you what portion of the scene will be captured by the camera. The 32 MB CompactFlash memory card allows you to store your photos. You can then view your shots and delete the ones you don't want, making room for pictures you want to keep as you take them. And when you are ready, the images can be transferred to your PC to share with your family and friends. Want more than still pictures? The DC-M50 also has a movie mode that lets you shoot video clips. This popular feature lets you record short bursts of video footage, which can be great fun with family and friends. And that's not all! The voice memo feature allows you to record 10 seconds of sound just after a photograph is taken. Four exposure modes allow extensive control over general photo taking. White Balance and ISO (adjusting sensitivity to light) can be set automatically or manually.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

18 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars 5MP Camera?, December 25, 2003

By A Customer

This review is from: Gateway DC-M50 5MP Digital Camera w/ 3x Optical Zoom (Electronics)

Having sold digital cameras and knowing what a 5MP camera can really do... I would not recommend this camera after playing with the setting for several weeks I was only able to achive a grainy 4 x 6 any larger and you can for get it. i guess you really do get what you pay for!

Its now time to sell the Gateway and move to a Sony where you can find true quality in the product and the picture.

18 of 19 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars I won't drag this out!, December 30, 2003

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David Colombo (Tempe, AZ USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Gateway DC-M50 5MP Digital Camera w/ 3x Optical Zoom (Electronics)

Do Not Buy this camera! Far from user friendly...lsd display works only in very well lite areas....to take a picture you need to hold the button down for a good 5 or 6 seconds....heavy and bulky...batteries are dead in about 1 hour of actual use (no joke) takes 4 AA batteries. Not pleased at all...its on its way back to Amazon...exchanging for a Canon....don't let the 5mp sell you on this camera...i hope this sends you in a different direction....sorry I dragged this out..

4 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Gateway 5.0 megapixel camera, September 22, 2004

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john - See all my reviews

This review is from: Gateway DC-M50 5MP Digital Camera w/ 3x Optical Zoom (Electronics)

I agree that it is not on par with other "5 megapixel" cameras, but it was also much more affordable. The picture quality was crisp and easy to transfer to my computer. No need to buy a docking station or other peripheral hardware. If you're looking for an affordable camera on a budget, this does the trick.