Monitor 3440x1440 vs 2560x1080: different field of view?

[jetsimace]

Hi everybody,

 

both resolutions have the same aspect ratio, so can anyone tell if the higher resolution (3440 x 1440) offers

 

1. ether a higher picture resolution (sharper image) with same field of view

2. OR a wider/bigger field of view (ability to "see more") with same picture resolution

 

in DSC 2.x?

 

Thank you

[Dudikoff]

if the higher resolution (3440 x 1440) offers

 

1. ether a higher picture resolution (sharper image) with same field of view

2. OR a wider/bigger field of view (ability to "see more") with same picture resolution

 

I'm not sure what you mean by the bold part, but if you mean the same sharpness in-game, technically, both could be correct as if you zoom out on the 1440 screen till the same sharpness or cockpit resolution is achieved, you'd get a bigger field of view.

 

But, in practice, you'd use the same FOV on both and the DCS would be much more usable on the 1440 screen due to a higher resolution.

[fitness88]

Hi everybody,

 

both resolutions have the same aspect ratio, so can anyone tell if the higher resolution (3440 x 1440) offers

 

1. ether a higher picture resolution (sharper image) with same field of view

2. OR a wider/bigger field of view (ability to "see more") with same picture resolution

 

in DSC 2.x?

 

Thank you

 

I believe the higher the resolution the better the clarity BUT the smaller the image.

[Precog]

Both 1 and 2 ... Depending on what you set your default zoom too.

[LeCuvier]

Both 1 and 2 ... Depending on what you set your default zoom too.

I do not find a "default zoom" setting anywhere. Where do you set this?

[firmek]

Hi everybody,

 

both resolutions have the same aspect ratio, so can anyone tell if the higher resolution (3440 x 1440) offers

 

1. ether a higher picture resolution (sharper image) with same field of view

2. OR a wider/bigger field of view (ability to "see more") with same picture resolution

 

in DSC 2.x?

 

Thank you

 

The short answer:

a.) FOV depends directly on the aspect ratio - not the resolution.

b.) In 3D, the projected image size is directly connected with FOV. The higher FOV the wider the picutre. Resolution yields the picture granularity (quality).

c.) Both 3440x1440 and 2560x1080 have the same aspect ratio - 21:9 which means that you should run them with the same FOV setting. The default for 21:9 is ~107deg but obviously it's a matter of personal preferences.

Bottom line: the difference will be preliminary the the image quality - not the size.

 

Personally I can say that moving from 24'' FullHD TN panel to 34'' 3440x1440 IPS was a total blast, the picture clarity is just amazing while ultra-wide is perfect match for simulators (and not only).

I would strongly suggest 3440x1440, especially if you're going for a bigger pannel. 2560x1080 IMO is a too small resolution for 34''.

 

EDIT: OP 04-22-2016 :doh::doh::doh:

Edited February 7, 2017 by firmek

[firmek]

I do not find a "default zoom" setting anywhere. Where do you set this?

Generally using SnapViews as unfortunately the in game options don't provide control over FOV. Considering snap views there are actually a number of ways how they can be modified:

1. in cockpit: http://en.wiki.eagle.ru/wiki/Snap_views (has to be repeated for every plane separately, the setting will be "more or less", close to impossible to set exactly the same FOV for every single module)

2. editing the SnapViews.lua file using notepad. Allows quikly to specific FOV value as also modify it for each of all modules (for instance setting the same default FOV).

3. more advanced configuration with server.lua. Among many view parameters controls the max/min FOV - but not the default one. Example: https://forums.eagle.ru/showthread.php?t=96116&page=22

[Boris]

I do not find a "default zoom" setting anywhere. Where do you set this?

 

The in cockpit snap view controls are actually really easy to use and module specific.

 

FOV is controlled by Num* and Num/

Forward/back head position is changed with Rctrl+Shift+Num* and Num/

 

Don't forget to save with RAlt+Num0

 

Important: If you have an axis such as a slider set to cockpit zoom, the new FOV will constantly revert back to the slider setting.

With my Warthog for instance, I adjust the slider axis so that the middle position is my preferred FOV.

[alieneye]

here is a couple videos to see how it looks at 3440x1440

 

 

 

 

But also check this thread, it was a little bit uncomfortable in the beginning, but you will get used to it - ultrawide is awesome!

[yipster]

Another vote for 3440x1440.

 

Moved from a 3x Dell 24" (1920x1200), I did not like the setup as the monitors had a bulky bezel and it distracts a lot when looking around. One single 34" 3440x1440 monitor is really smooth when looking around.

[Headwarp]

I love my x34. If you're running AMD i'd totally recommend LG's 21:9 34" UWHD. I would have chosen them over my Acer x34 if it supported g-sync rather than freesync.. not that I think it would still be less expensive than the g-sync alternatives but because that LG monitor had some really nice features that the Predator series doesn't include.

 

That being said.. being an nvidia user I totally went with x34 and do not regret it one bit. MAJOR improvement from my 27" 1080p asus monitor with better color and gamma management.