The focal length which best represents the relevant context and character of the landscape in a particular view is investigated through an independent validation study. The study was conducted in Co. Wicklow, Ireland, where seven photographs were taken with FX-equivalent focal lengths between 30 mm and 90 mm at each of three viewpoints. Participants were asked to evaluate how well each photograph represents the visible landscape in terms of its context. The results indicate that a focal length slightly longer than 50 mm is thought to best capture the scope of a landscape view. These results generally support the use of a “normal” focal length lens, and contradict HUNTER’S (2012) recommendations.