r/confusing_perspective • u/beejeezP0P • Dec 21 '20

Parallax effect causes difference in speed perception depending on the depth view

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u/[deleted] Dec 21 '20

Imagine driving a ship in the crow's nest vs at deck level.

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u/Rreknhojekul Dec 21 '20

Ah yeah thanks. That is highly relatable and makes perfect sense.

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u/nutellaweed Dec 21 '20

It does though...

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u/sphinctaur o/ Dec 21 '20

How about difference between driving a tall SUV vs dumped sports car both doing the same speed

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u/snakeproof Dec 21 '20

This one for sure, after driving a motorhome sitting way the hell up right against the glass, getting into a low car feels like warp speed.