Feeling nauseous and sick after viewing shallow depth photos

[mark_thomas15]

<p>Recently I have been in the market for a 50mm 1.2, and while viewing some sample images online I always start to feel very nauseous, and it takes a while for it to go away. This is lead by feeling tired afterwards.<br>

I ordered a Canon 50mm 1.2 and now feeling a bit regretful that my brain can't handle the bokeh or wide aperture.<br>

Just seeing if I am the only one? and if there is anything I can do to reduce the feeling.<br>

I generally have motion sickness when it comes to other things like reading in cars and rollar coasters which I avoid.</p>

<p>Cheers,<br>

Mark</p>

[JDMvW]

<p>I've said it before and will say it many times again before I fade away, lenses more than f/1.4 (really more than f/1.8, to be honest) are very specialized tools.<br /> In the days when the fastest slide film was ASA 500, 'available darkness' enthusiasts like myself used these lenses to push the envelope into areas undreamed of by Kodachrome shooters. Although the term hadn't been invented yet, we also used them for creamy "bokeh" in portrait shots.<br /> If f/1.2 lenses cause vertigo, you'd better stay away from Petzval lenses altogether!<br>

Below is Nikkor 55mm f/1.2.</p><div></div>

[steve_mareno1]

<p>I've been in the art game for over half a century and never heard of this. I would take it seriously. There is no logical or rational reason why this is happening to you if everything is working normally, so I would start w/ a good eye exam. If that doesn't show anything, I'd invest the money to see a good neurologist. This is either an optic problem or a brain issue. It would be smart to get it checked out ASAP. Anyway, that's exactly what I would do. I certainly would not ignore it. There are several medical conditions that may be indicated, but I am not going to speculate That's what specialists are for, to run tests.</p>

[ShunCheung]

<p>I am no expert in this area, but I understand your eyes will try to resolve things that are supposed to be in focus, e.g. the subject's eyes, etc. When those are not actually in focus, it could get distracting and in some cases, give you a bit of headache or other uncomfortable feelings.</p>

[Wayne Melia]

<p>Listen to your body. If you feel nauseous, give in and heave. (If you have a strong enough stomach you will clear your own clothing). Denial and/or suppression of these urges is not healthy and will only cause an unhealthy build-up that make the problem worse in the future.</p>

[marc_rochkind]

<p>If you think f/1.2 is bad, try VR. You'll definitely toss your cookies.</p>

[bebu_lamar]

<p>I don't get sick viewing them just don't like them.</p>

[Brian]

<p>These are very odd symptoms, and since they seem to relate to expensive prime lenses I have to wonder if the OP is having a bit of fun with us.<br>

If he is sincere, however, he should consult a qualified optometrist, not an internet forum.</p>

[Robin Smith]

<p>I agree with Shun. You may be trying to focus on things you feel that should be in focus but are not - this could lead to eyestrain and headaches, although nausea is not expected. It would seem to me that you should return the f1.2 lens as soon as you receive it.</p>

[vrankin]

<p>Could be vision or neurological or a tongue-in-cheek spoof. I have no idea until we hear back from the O.P.</p>

[rossb]

<p>I get that way if I see an HDR image. </p>

[bebu_lamar]

<p>Should HDR really be called CDR? Compressed Dynamic Range.</p>

[rossb]

<p>I do not know. It was just an attempt at humor. </p>

[randy_cooprider1]

Some where I read that if you cannot (for example) ride in the back seat of a car, you are one who wants to be in control and is not comfortable if not. Maybe you are wanting to control the image.