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Appendix M RECOMMENDATIONS FOR PROTEST COMMITTEES ? The depth perception of any single-lens camera is very poor; with a telephoto lens it is non-existent. When the camera views two overlapped boats at right angles to their course, it is impossible to assess the distance between them. When the camera views them head on, it is impossible to see whether an overlap exists unless it is substantial. Ask the following questions: • • • • Where was the camera in relation to the boats? Was the camera’s platform moving? If so in what direction and how fast? Is the angle changing as the boats approach the critical point? Fast panning causes radical change. Did the camera have an unrestricted view throughout? ? 150