Miniature City Video with a Canon 5D Mark II

Written by Eric on June 15th, 2009 | 1 Comment


This is an impressive little video shot with a Canon 5D Mark II and a couple of tilt & shift lenses – the PC-E Micro-Nikkor 85mm F2.8D & MC ARAX 2.8/35mm.

The miniature city effect is produced by the tilt & shift lenses and unique depth of field.  The effect is particularly pronounced when shooting from high above your subject at a steep angle, which produces the illusion of looking down on a miniaturized model or toy.



One Response to “Miniature City Video with a Canon 5D Mark II”

  1. Phil

    If you like this effect, check out http://www.vimeo.com/keithloutit who has mastered it.

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