Wilmer J.B. & Backus, B.T. (2008) Self-reported Magic Eye stereogram skill predicts stereoacuity. Perception 37: 1297-1300
Abstract
Abstract. Autostereogramsöcommonly known as Magic EyeTM stereograms (MESs)öare two-
dimensional images that support stereoscopic depth perception given an appropriate crossing or
uncrossing of the eyes. We find that self-reported MES skill is highly predictive of stereoacuity as
measured by a standard clinical test (r142 0:45, p 5 0:0001; TNO test). Indeed, in our sample of
194 individuals, those who report poor MES skill have a five-fold increased risk of stereo impair-
ment. Those who report poor MES skill also require on average five times greater binocular
disparity to perceive stereoscopic depth than those who report good MES skill. Reported MES
skill thus carries significant information about stereoacuity.
