Some reviews say the 15x side is distorted or is only magnified in the center. Is this correct?
1593420
I believe all magnification gives some natural distortion and this one will at 15x. Overall, I love this 15x mirror because it gives a clear reflection once you are able to find the correct focal point. It took me a little practice to know what distance to look and it's clear. The challenge I have is my eye sight and I need to get closer with good lighting. Hope this helps.
1593421
I have not noticed this and absolutely love it. I have a friend who was at my home and had to use the mirror to put in her contacts. She could not believe how great and easy it was to do this with my mirror. She did order one.
1593422
It works well for close up view. I don't use it that often, but I am glad to have it when needed. So far, I'm happy with it.
1593423
There is absolutely no distortion, and the whole mirror is magnified. I love this mirror and use it everyday to put on my make-up. Without it, I'm certain I'd look like a clown. I wish I could get an even stronger x, as my eye sight is getting worse and I need to wear cheaters to increase this magnification. This is one my my best purchases.
1491611
See my explanation on 4/18/13. Really a nice mirror, my only complaint was I need added lighting but if I had to do it over again---I'd still buy this one. It is a 2 sided mirror---l magnification on l side, 2 on the other---with the 15 being that smaller area on the 2nd side!!! Hope that helps......
158837
I checked my other mirror which is only 10x. It appears the customer may be correct about 5X magnification. When I compare the the two, my image in the Jerdon is smaller, but still large enough to do some very good tweezing. It could be that the smaller built-in mirror provides 10x magnification, I'm not sure. It's certainly enough for up close needs. Since it swivels, you can have the magnification at the top or the bottom for your own personal comfort. It is a good mirror & built well. I'm glad I purchased it. I tweeze every day & am a perfectionist about how I look. I can't go a single day without tweezing (unfortunately). I checked my other mirror which is only 10x. It appears the customer may be correct about 5X magnification. When I compare the the two, my image in the Jerdon is smaller, but still large enough to do some very good tweezing. It could be that the smaller built-in mirror provides 10x magnification, I'm not sure. It's certainly enough for up close needs. Since it swivels, you can have the magnification at the top or the bottom for your own personal comfort. It is a good mirror & built well. I'm glad I purchased it. I tweeze every day & am a perfectionist about how I look. I can't go a single... » Read More I checked my other mirror which is only 10x. It appears the customer may be correct about 5X magnification. When I compare the the two, my image in the Jerdon is smaller, but still large enough to do some very good tweezing. It could be that the smaller built-in mirror provides 10x magnification, I'm not sure. It's certainly enough for up close needs. Since it swivels, you can have the magnification at the top or the bottom for your own personal comfort. It is a good mirror & built well. I'm glad I purchased it. I tweeze every day & am a perfectionist about how I look. I can't go a single day without tweezing (unfortunately). « Show Less
2043599
I do not notice any visual distortion, although if objects have different focal lengths, there will be a natural distortion. The concavity of the mirror does an excellent job of compensating. Re: Large-since that is a subjective, I really cannot comment. I can only state that I can see my entire well lighted face and more flaws than I care to comment on :)
1962386
I havent used this in a while but im pretty sure the magnified image will not be right side up. This doesnt matter for viewing things in the sky but is not very good for viewing things on the ground. I would choose something else for your purpose...
83319
The camera does have it's own magnification factor. I think it is 15X. I know it is different from my normal 10X and 20X so I have to view the image on the computer to understand the framing.
604636
The mirror is not distorted. The magnification is great up to a distance of about eight or nine inches. Love my purchase.
513869
I've used my mirrors several times and never had this problem. I just tested one and the finding is that it's an optical illusion. When you first look into the magnified side it is so magnified that one can not see any thing. Then when you start "focusing" it does momentarily appear to be upside down. However, when you bring your face up close and truly focus using the magnification all is correct. Not upside down at all. So maybe experiment a little on getting it into focus and I believe you will be happy with the results. Good luck. Betty
1123532
Sorry just reading this email. Not sure what you mean by this anyway. If you mean on the magnified side? Just like any other magnified mirror does. I love this mirror. Great for my 49 year old eyes. :) Hope you like what you get or already have.
192219
Its a mild wide angle. If that makes sense. Its enough to capture a wide angle without looking like an xgames fisheye.
1199583
Go to the Sigma website to see sample pictures. It looks like the lens has slight pincushion distortion. You may be confusing distortion with exaggerated perspective. Of course, this lens does make near objects seem very large compared to distant objects. That should not be considered distortion. You, as the photographer can use the perspective to your advantage for creative effect. If you do want distortion, apparent bending of straight lines, you should consider a fisheye lens.
1491614
I honestly cannot say if it is 10x and 15x magnification. It does magnify greatly. I like it and use it everyday.
2098295
No there is only the magnification side. It is a 10x only. It is awesome though, and packs very easily.
1363949
I believe 1X will provide slight magnification beyond what you see in a regular mirror. The mirror I ordered has a 7X magnification on the other side and it is wonderful!
32575
Yes. One side is regular (not magnified) and the other is magnified 12 times for a very up close view. It's a great mirror!
1491610
Yes it does. On the side with the 10x magnification there is a small mirror on the bottom that is 15x.
462296
Maybe due to focal length they are classifying it as fixed zoom but I would disregard. Focal length is equivalent to 45mm on FX.