Is a 4.25 vision bad?

If your number is between -0.25 and -2.00, you have mild nearsightedness. If your number is between -2.25 and -5.00, you have moderate nearsightedness. If your number is lower than -5.00, you have high nearsightedness.

Which eye number is normal?

20/20 vision is normal vision acuity (the clarity or sharpness of vision) measured at a distance of 20 feet. If you have 20/20 vision, you can see clearly at 20 feet what should normally be seen at a distance.

What is considered really bad vision?

20/30 to 20/60, this is considered mild vision loss, or near-normal vision. 20/70 to 20/160, this is considered moderate visual impairment, or moderate low vision. 20/200 or worse, this is considered severe visual impairment, or severe low vision.

Is it normal to have vision problems as you age?

You’re not alone. As you age, it’s normal to notice changes in your vision. According to the National Eye Institute, some changes are normal, some may be cause for concern. Lose focus, find it harder to focus vision up close.

What happens if your vision is only 20 degrees?

If your visual field is only 20 degrees, your peripheral vision is reduced drastically. This is often called tunnel vision. Eye prescriptions are given depending on the severity of correction needed to restore normal vision. Normal vision is 20/20.

How much worse is legally blind vision than normal vision?

A legally blind person’s vision is at least 10 times worse than that of someone with normal vision. However, some legally blind people have visual acuity better than 20/200, however, their peripheral vision is poor. People with normal vision have a lateral field view of almost 180 degrees.

Is your vision better or worse than the next person?

Your vision will almost always be slightly better or worse than the next person’s. But modern exam technology, high-quality lens manufacturing and qualified eye care professionals work hand in hand to make clear vision a reality for everyone.