Why is a wide field of view telescope often preferred for observing irregular galaxies?

Irregular galaxies are often faint, diffuse, and spread out across the sky.

Unlike spiral galaxies that might have compact, distinct features, irregular galaxies frequently appear as subtle, smudge-like patches of light. Because they are spread out and have low surface brightness, using high magnification often results in a blurry, unhelpful view. A wide field of view allows the observer to capture the entire galaxy, making it easier to notice variations in brightness across the cloud, which signify pockets of gas or clusters of young stars.