Another "chaser" looking for entry into the Darwin Awards
For those complaining about speed, I am going 58 mph. Which was as fast as conditions allowed.
I have certainly enjoyed all of my interactions with everyone who participated in this chat today. Thank you for the entertainment!
Wide-angle lenses make nearby objects move rapidly across the frame. This is especially true near the edges of the image.
So in a GoPro-style wide view:
Lane lines near the bottom of the frame seem to rush by.
Road edges appear to expand outward quickly.
Raindrops, reflections, and headlights streak across the image.
The apparent “flow” of the road can feel faster than it does in real life.
Classic optical-flow effect. The camera is not necessarily proving a higher speed just because the road looks like it is moving fast.