Reverse perspective Lens

Reverse perspective in visual means nearest point of the subject will look smaller and further point of the subject will look larger.

The terms “reverse perspective,” “reverspective” and “perverspective” are used synonymously to refer to an illusion of depth perception caused by the inversion of depth cues in a 3-D relief artwork. The basic effect of the illusion was studied by Mach in the 19th Century and is usually discussed under the category of Trompe l’Oeil (“fooling the eye”).

The related phenomenon of bas-relief masks (cameos) and their reversal (intaglio, “carving” or “mold”) has been known since the 14th Century, enjoyed by many, and studied by psychologists. For nearly two decades, the British artist, Patrick Hughes, has specialized in this illusion. He invented the word “reverspective” to describe this effect and his remarkable works can be found scattered in museums and galleries throughout the world. Related reverspective illusions are also to be found in science museums, often constructed as large installations.

With the amazing concept of  reverse perspective (objects farther away are larger than close objects) Currently Elite has Lenses for cinematography with PL mount that can be attached to RED, ALEXA  and other cameras.

The lens has aperture control (T/1.3 – T/16), perspective angle control (from 2 to 15 degrees), and focus control (limited within 20mm – 750mm range)

Weight – 15kg

This Russian re modified lens is new to market …the price of the lens may extend to $ 25000

CJ Rajkumar

Author/Cinematographer