Re: Which OPTICs design program is best ?

My brother gives me a hard time when he says that "barbeque" is process
not a sauce. Well, it's been my experience that optical design is a
process, not a software program. If you know the process, then you use
the software to accomplish that process.

Having used Genii PC, OSLO, SynOpSys, KDP, ACCOS V and Code V, I have
found that all of the tips I know are implemented fairly well on all of
these with some doing better than others in certain areas. But the
process of finding a good solution regarding performance, complexity
and manufacturing yield is the same for all.

My question to you is: how many new tips will you learn if you leave
the familiar and venture out of your comfort zone? My guess is that
such a move will stimulate your creativity and re-organize your
thinking in new ways. This may make the transition much more profitable
and enjoyable than you think.

Just my thoughts regarding optical design...

James A Carter III
http://www.jacarter3.com
http://www.opticalconsulting.com

On Nov 28, 9:26 am, tinou...@xxxxxxx (Etienne Labaume) wrote:
Joseph <Labrumopticale...@xxxxxxxx> wrote:
I've been using ZMAX for 10 years of more and I need to upgrade my program.
Is there a better, and less-expensive program available now ?

If so which one and why ?I'm new to optical design, but isn't this rule true:
"The best tool is the one you know the best"

How much time will you spend learning how to apply to
a new software all the tips you know about Zemax after
10 years of use ?

--
Etienne

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