This kind of thing is probably on the fence between "quality of life" and "unnecessary streamlining" of the survival experience.

Just like most folks steering a ship here, I'm pretty used to constantly shifting camera around and being on the lookout for virtually anything. Being able to see through the sails or having slightly higher angle or zoom wouldn't change that too much. There'll always be that one rock that is hidden just beneath the surface.

Besides, there's an easier, more engaging solution: Navigate around the rocky straits, or even (Odin forbid) slow down and sail slower. You can raise the sail to half-mast.