A different point of view
Photography
Perspective Lab
The most powerful change to a photograph can be where you stand. Explore the relationship between camera position, framing and depth.
The perspective simulator
One scene.
Different viewpoints.
Camera position controls perspective. Focal length controls field of view. Start with that distinction.
Explore the simulatorChange your viewpoint and save two views to compare.
A simple depth study
Near
Middle
Far
Equal size in the scene. Different size in the frame.
Build your understanding
From observation to intention01 / The essentials
How perspective works
Understand why nearby objects look larger and why your viewpoint matters.
Read the introduction ↗02 / Your positionMove first. Look again.
See how camera distance changes the relationship between near and far.
Explore camera distance ↗03 / Your framingSeparate lens from location
Distinguish a change in field of view from a change in perspective.
Explore focal length ↗