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Differentiate between parallel projection and perspective projections.

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Parallel projection Perspective projection
Projection lines (projectors) are parallel to each other. Projectors converge at a single point, the centre of projection (the viewer's eye).
The centre of projection is at infinity. The centre of projection is at a finite distance.
The size of an object does not change with its distance from the viewer. Objects further away look smaller (foreshortening).
Parallel lines stay parallel. Parallel lines not parallel to the view plane meet at vanishing points.
Keeps true shape and relative proportions, so measurements can be taken from the drawing. Looks realistic, as the eye or a camera sees it, but distances cannot be measured directly.
Types: orthographic (front, top and side views, isometric) and oblique (cavalier, cabinet). Types: one-point, two-point and three-point perspective.
Used in engineering and architectural drawings and CAD. Used in games, animation, architectural walkthroughs and art.

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