M10-R viewing with two eyes open

[dugby]

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Wondering how other M users view & focus.

I’ve been using my M10-R/50APO with both eyes open, initially a bit of a challenge, as I had determined I am left-eye dominant.

With right-eye in OVF and left-eye viewing freely, I can see in stereo from about 3m onwards.

Lens focussing was initially a bit difficult but I got used to telling the brain to observe RF focus patch in right eye.

Curious to hear other experiences with this technique?

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[LeicaR10]

Dugby,  Your technique works for you as does for me as well.  There are a number of You Tube videos that describe the same or similar techniques to help photographers become more right eye dominant.  I am certain others will chim in with their techniques as well.  r/ Mark

Edited May 8, 2023 by LeicaR10

[dugby]

I tried this technique 10 years ago with my M240 but was not successful with the combination of my eyes and the M240’s OVF.

However with a new M10-R , seems that the upgraded OVF suit my current eyes for this technique to work for me now.

[jakontil]

It’s even better with m10 ovf and 1.4x mag

[Mikep996]

I've always shot with both eyes open - as the army taught me many years ago.  They weren't teaching photography but though the tools and intent was different, the technique works equally well for either discipline!   

 

[Kiwimac]

I generally do this. 
 

The frame lines end up floating a bit like a HUD. 
 

I do wish you could change the line colour and/or brightness though.