Definitions

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  • noun A point of reference based on the observer's focus, used in generating visual imagery in virtual reality systems.

Etymologies

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eye +‎ point

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Examples

  • Turn-and-slide rubber eyecups facilitate easy positioning of eyes at the correct eyepoint

    ePHOTOzine News Feed 2010

  • High-eyepoint design provides a clear field of view, even for eyeglass wearers

    ePHOTOzine News Feed 2010

  • This high performance viewfinder extends eyepoint without changing image size in viewfinder.

    ScubaBoard 2010

  • Viewfinder eyepoint could be a little higher to accommodate eyeglass wearers

    Imaging Resource News Page 2009

  • The viewfinder in the Canon 5D Mark II has a bigger pentaprism, and now offers 98\% coverage instead of 96\%, along with a 21mm eyepoint instead of 20mm.

    Imaging Resource News Page 2009

  • The front seats have the high-eyepoint view that has made crossovers popular.

    Automotive Headlines 2009

  • Its high roofline adds interior space, and allows excellent headroom and a high and high-eyepoint seating position for both comfort and good visibility.

    Automotive Headlines 2009

  • The D90 has a precise eye-level pentaprism viewfinder with approximately 96\% (centered) frame coverage and an easy-to-view 19.5 mm eyepoint (at -1.0 m-1).

    Digital Camera Reviews & Photography Tips 2008

  • The D90 has a precise eye-level pentaprism viewfinder with approximately 96\% (centered) frame coverage and an easy-to-view 19.5 mm eyepoint (at -1.0 m-1).

    Digital Camera Reviews & Photography Tips 2008

  • The D90 has a precise eye-level pentaprism viewfinder with approximately 96\% (centered) frame coverage and an easy-to-view 19.5 mm eyepoint (at -1.0 m-1).

    Digital Camera Reviews & Photography Tips 2008

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