BigGWells Loc: Olympia, WA

Guessing I am missing something here. I have worn glasses since I was 6, 68 now. I use the the Hoodman Eyecups on all my Nikons. I use BBF exclusively. What is getting in your way?

https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/820975-REG/Hoodman_HEYENRG_Glasses_Model_Hoodeye_Eyecup.html

david vt Loc: Vermont

I have a 7200 and had the same issue initially when I switched to BBF as I am left eye dominant Note that use the viewfinder exclusively and (almost) never use live view. BBF focus works for me well for sports i am a) either tracking a moving player when I need AFC, or b), a static group of players where I may need to focus on one player and recompose.

the solution for me was easy as I am nearsighted. I take off my glasses, dialed in the diopter adjustment, and use the AFC activated when depressed, with focus lock when off, on the AF/AF rear button. With the viewfinder dialed in for my eye, it works well. As I am nearsighted, when I look up away from the camera, my distance viewing is fine. If you need glasses for distance, “your mileage may vary”

I have two friends that did not like using their thumb, so they use the FN button on the front, but I did not like having to use my finger to hold this in all the time.

I also use the MD-15 battery grip, as I take a lot on the “vertical” format. With its own BBF button, this is even easier.

To the OP. Much great advise above this post. hope one of these “solutions” works for you

david vt Loc: Vermont

I have a 7200 and had the same issue initially when I switched to BBF as I am left eye dominant Note that use the viewfinder exclusively and (almost) never use live view. BBF focus works for me well for sports i am a) either tracking a moving player when I need AFC, or b), a static group of players where I may need to focus on one player and recompose.

the solution for me was easy as I am nearsighted. I take off my glasses, dialed in the diopter adjustment, and use the AFC activated when depressed, with focus lock when off, on the AF/AF rear button. With the viewfinder dialed in for my eye, it works well. As I am nearsighted, when I look up away from the camera, my distance viewing is fine. If you need glasses for distance, “your mileage may vary”

I have two friends that did not like using their thumb, so they use the FN button on the front, but I did not like having to use my finger to hold this in all the time.

I also use the MD-15 battery grip, as I take a lot on the “vertical” format. With its own BBF button, this is even easier.

To the OP. Much great advise above this post. hope one of these “solutions” works for you

RWR Loc: La Mesa, CA

See the first response on page 2.

DaveO Loc: Northeast CT

Yes, but it told nothing regarding the conjecture/possibilities raised.

brooklyn-camera I Loc: Brooklyn, NY

What is the problem with wearing eyeglasses when shooting. I shoot semi-pro football from the sidelines using a 7D MKII with L glass and wear glasses. I need two pair when shooting, I call readers and see'ers. I use the readers to set up my settings in 'M' and they go away till have time. I use the see'er (distance) when shooting and have the diopter set so my targets are clear. At half time put on my readers and give a quick check, this works for me. When I look at the display with my see'ers (distance) it all looks blurred and crappy. Switch to my readers and they are fine..I use BBF and shoot with both eyes open....helps to I don't get run over by some of the players. Peripheral vision is still OK at 72...lol.

DaveO Loc: Northeast CT

Maybe another pair is needed for following a thread.

If you find something that works, I can probably use them as well.

Linda From Maine Loc: Yakima, Washington

Words from the OP:
...I think I will do as RWR suggested and program the Fn button to do the same thing.

Seems pretty conclusive to me.

BBF requires you to push a button on the back of the camera, in order to set focus while your eye is looking through the viewfinder. The way I hold and use, my thumb knuckle smudged my eyeglasses when accessing BBF.

brooklyn-camera I Loc: Brooklyn, NY

Could be....or a seeing eye dog.

DaveO Loc: Northeast CT

Apparently most who replied did not find it conclusive. Which eye? Which finger was accessing the button, or are we assuming? If he's having that much trouble it could even be the thumb on the other hand...who knows how the camera is being held. Many have testified that they don't have any issues and can't understand the dilemma, so apparently something is not normal.

Linda From Maine Loc: Yakima, Washington

I figured when he wrote that he was going to try RWR's suggestion, there was no need for us to continue. Of course here I am too, but then I'm just killing time before I have to go have a broken tooth crown replaced - ha.

DaveO Loc: Northeast CT

Not good!

I suspect that many of us are passing the time here. Boring at times but it beats going to the dentist! (Most of the time!) I shot birds for three hours last evening, GBH, and three hours this morning, Osprey, and have no energy left.

Hopefully he'll be able to do the button assignment!

RWR Loc: La Mesa, CA

Sometimes it’s hard to understand why everyone else doesn’t do everything the way we do! (And I’m as guilty as anyone!)

Linda From Maine Loc: Yakima, Washington

Ah, so that's my problem!

DanielB Loc: San Diego, Ca

I wear progressives also and my glasses drive me crazy so my work around, at least for now, is to adjust the diopter of of the camera for my eye without glasses on. My time for this is limited though as I'm at the far end of the diopter's adjustment. This only goes so far though as I still have to drop my glasses down off my head to review the image, histogram and/or settings. I've even looked into LASIK eye surgery. I think Nikon makes some flip up lenses but your still going to have to adjust the diopter on the camera.