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title: "What is the difference between Perspective view and Orthographic view"
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description: "Perspective view shrinks distant objects, converging parallel lines at a vanishing point. Orthographic view keeps objects the same size with no perspective distortion, as in CAD and blueprints."
tags: ["Perspective View", "Orthographic View", "Depth Representation"]
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# What is the difference between Perspective view and Orthographic view

The key difference between **perspective view** and **orthographic view** is in how depth and scale are represented.

## **Perspective View**

- Objects appear **smaller as they get farther** from the viewer, mimicking how the human eye perceives the real world.
- Parallel lines **converge** towards a vanishing point, creating a sense of depth.
- Commonly used in **video games, 3D renders, and architectural visualization** to create realistic-looking scenes.

## **Orthographic View**

- Objects remain the **same size regardless of distance**, meaning there is **no perspective distortion**.
- Parallel lines remain **parallel** and do not converge.
- Used for **technical drawings, CAD (computer-aided design), blueprints, and 2D sprites in games**.

### **Comparison Example**

- Imagine looking at a long road:
  - In **perspective view**, the road **narrows** as it extends into the distance.
  - In **orthographic view**, the road remains **the same width** throughout.