Does the 10x magnification cause distortion? I have a floxite 9x that I love but need a smaller base for another location.
997281
It took me a couple times to figure out how to look into it without being distorted. Now I have the hang of it and love it!! Hope this helps.
997282
No distortion but it's a little difficult to use after using an 8x for so long. I prefer the 8x because I can see my whole face at the same time. The 10x I can only see sections. But the 10x model is more flecible than tge old 8x I had. If this one dies, I'll go back to the 8x. You can test the magnification difference at places like Bed Bath and Beyond
997283
Hello - I only had the mirror for a couple days, but it was definitely difficult to view my face. I could only get a clear view if I was a couple inches away, which meant I could only see a very small portion of my face at one time. In other words, yes, I would have to say there was distortion. I hope that helps!
997284
My mirror has no distortion. My main use is for brow shaping and it works great. Due to the magnification sometimes my eyes need to focus but once they do the reflection is perfectly clear.
513868
Are you trying to say it shows your face upside down? I fail to see how that is possible. One side is normal, then you just flip it over and it's the 10x magnification.
1517981
Yes, it allows magnifications. If you don't want it, keep it 1x. It's very simple, just turn the ring near the eye piece to vary the magnifications. 1x itself is so large, you'll rarely use 3x which will go slightly beyond normal view and we have to move the eyeballs to get the wide view at 3x. I like this product, which has given me lot of advantages, like perfect view of LCD screen without extraneous light on the screen, helps a lot in quick focussing, which is just not possible without this product!
812710
Not that I can find with a quick googling. Of course, I cannot find such specific conditions of review for others either. 9x32 is a pretty rare power. Clarity is not too specific, but I assume you could break it into contrast and sharpness, both pretty good for the money here. If you are seriously into scouting game you probably want something a bit better, though. Zen-Ray 8x42, Vortex Solo 8x36 , something like that. The main issue with this is the tight focuser ring. Contrast is very good, sharpness good. (better than the BG binoculars). I'd back off to 7x or 8x for scouting and spend a bit more.
10431
Some people suggest 8mm fisheye, which is cheaper instead since you don't care the distortion mainly outside DX sensor. But if distortion is your concern, check some sample pictures taken from 8mm fisheye + DX cameras.
1274915
We didn't save the box it was shipped in, but in my review I stated the magnification was 3x. I probably got that number from the specs on the side of the box when we got it. Mom has used it every day since it arrived and loves it. To be certain about the magnification, you should probably confirm it with the manufacturer.
1327201
As you go up om magnification two problems happen. 1 increasimg blurrimg with less motion. Therefore you need a tripod. 2. There is less light so you need lower f stops in the 3 - 4 region. Of course these restrictions can be overcome with more costs
1491615
Yes the magnification is great the only problem is the small mirror falls out after a few uses because the mirror heats up from the light ... I still use it with a gaping hole in it lol
230670
I have #71020 [25 - 125X80] only and do not know how it compares to 25X100. At 25X it is super clear even if you are holding it with your hands but of course, it will tires you out quickly bcoz of its weight and size. To fully enjoy this powerful bino spend money on a high-end tripod like SLK brand or other comparable reputable brands especially if you would like to experiment zooming closer than 25X --field of view gets smaller as you increase magnification and you can do it without a tripod. I stay at 25X or maybe few notches up bcoz I get dizzy looking thru it at much higher magnification. Maybe 25X100 is plenty of power for what you need it for, anything pass 100X is practically useless. And you may even save money w/c you can spend on tripod. Just my honest opinion... enjoy it!
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Yes. There definitely is distortion on the magnified side. It's VERY cheaply made. Think of looking in a tin fun house mirror. It takes just the right angle, distance from the mirror & lighting for you to get a clear, normal image. All I can say about this mirror is save your money & get the Conair. Hope this helps.
1893810
It's hard to say, the 7X gives a wider field of view, the 10X a more detailed view...if it's across a distance, for example 50 yd + shots are common then I'd want the 10X. Personally I wish I'd gotten the zoom model myself, the optics are good so I don't think image quality would suffer to a very great extent.
2121984
I haven't noticed any distortion. Just shot several photos to recreate what you are seeing and they all look clear, with and without flash. If it started after you got the case, you may have a defective one?
1660680
Hey, not sure if it is the same model exactly, but the one I have is NOT adjustable on magnification power. It has zeroing knobs (2), a knob for what I'd call 'size of dot', and a knob for 'brightness of dot'. Hope this helps some, but if I were you I'd assume that I and the factory are technically correct. Better be safe with paying for what you want!
1612169
Hi Charles, No, you would have too much magnification. I would get a 10x 20x 40x scope that is used for coins and other solid objects. they are also usually less expensive :)
1076482
There are some new ultra zooms the Nikon P90 24x, Olympus SP-590UZ and the Kodak Z980 24x. I really like the swivel LCD on the SX10 though. Do you have any issues with purple fringing in high contrast shots??
1412567
No, it won't. Also, I really don't think it's a 3X. It magnifies like a 2X. It was not helpful for me at all, and 3x magnification is. Hope this helps
128568
I never got to detecting distortion. The lens did not work well with a GX1 I ordered simultaneously. I reported as much on my review of the camera. I have since moved on to Fuji X and haven't kept up with this. I recommend going to the Panasonic forum at dpreview. You'll find a link at the bottom of Amazon's page. Search or ask for reports on how the lens works with your camera. Enjoy the learning.