Are Maps more visible in Garmin 1050 over 1030 plus?

I was using Hammerhead Karoo for a while, then dropped it and bought Garmin 1030 plus. 
I much prefer the responsiveness and battery life of the Garmin, but I can't see much on the screen  whether in the daylight of high contrast mode - advanced middle age and glasses and such. 
I went back to Hammerhead 2, and I can see the maps much better. 

Have the maps on Garmin 1050 changed? 
Are they more visible?
Can colors and graphics be adjusted better than on the 1030?

What is your personal experience?