John M Robinson
Well-known member
Between my five quality bins, Leica 7x35 Retrovids, 8x42 Ultravids, 8x32 and 10x42 Nikon SEs and Fujinon 7x50s. I can notice larger-smaller FOVs as I change from one to the other but none of them are uncomfortably narrow for me, and I rapidly adapt. I think there is a difference between a nice big picture window image and field of view though both can coexist. I love that big picture view, some call it immersive, but you could have a big immersive view with a relatively smaller FOV by having more power in the same size bin.
I know there’s lots more factors that play a part in FOV and maybe some of you can educate me on that. I know from reading many post here that FOV is a major factor for some, while others put more emphasis on others. With the agreement that all the alphas are at the pinnacle of optics design and personal preference and individual taste push each of us one way or another.
For me a big, easy to view picture is prime. I hate blackouts. I also lean towards the Leica image, contrast. As long as the FOV is adequate, I’m happy. What about you guys?
I know there’s lots more factors that play a part in FOV and maybe some of you can educate me on that. I know from reading many post here that FOV is a major factor for some, while others put more emphasis on others. With the agreement that all the alphas are at the pinnacle of optics design and personal preference and individual taste push each of us one way or another.
For me a big, easy to view picture is prime. I hate blackouts. I also lean towards the Leica image, contrast. As long as the FOV is adequate, I’m happy. What about you guys?