Fake Dolly Zoom (Vertigo Effect) from a Photo
Recreate the Hitchcock vertigo zoom from one photo.
Effect
Recreate the Hitchcock vertigo zoom from one photo.
The raw model output, before any effect.
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How to use Fake Dolly Zoom
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Add a photo
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Set the zoom direction and intensity
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Download the effect
The dolly-zoom warps perspective by pushing the background away while keeping the subject the same size — the unsettling "vertigo" effect — reconstructed here from an estimated depth map.
It all happens on your device. A clearly separated subject gives the cleanest result.
Tip: Center your subject with plenty of background behind them.
Frequently asked questions
What is a dolly zoom?
A camera move where the lens zooms while the camera dollies the opposite way, distorting perspective.
Is it free?
Yes, and it runs fully in your browser.
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