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Record 1 2017-06-07

English

Subject field(s)
  • Optics
  • Optical Instruments
DEF

The maximum area that can be seen through a lens or an optical instrument.

OBS

A wide field of view makes it easier to spot game and track moving targets. Generally, the higher the magnification, the narrower the field of view.

PHR

Wide viewing field.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Optique
  • Instruments d'optique
CONT

Le champ de vision du télescope représente exactement ce que vous pouvez voir dans un télescope avec un oculaire et une orientation que vous choisissez.

CONT

Plus la valeur du zoom augmente, plus le champ de visualisation est restreint, plus la taille des objets est grande.

PHR

Champ de vision de l'œil, d'un oculaire, d'un microscope, d'un télescope.

Spanish

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