D
- D-segment
- decentration
- depth perception
- design reference point
- differential light sensitivity, S
- differential luminance, DL
- digitally rounding focimeter
- dimensions of lens blanks or lenses
- dioptre
- dioptric power
- Direct ophthalmoscope
- dispersion
- display magnification
- display size
- distance cap
- Distance dependent ophthalmometer
- distance design reference point
- distance optical centre
- distance portion
- distance portion curve
- distance reference point
- distance visual point DVP
- diverging lens
- dividing line
distance visual point DVP
Assumed position of the visual point on a lens which is used for distance vision under given conditions. NOTE: This is usually assumed to be the intersection of the visual axis with the lens, the eyes being in the primary position with the head erect.