Currently, I am in the process of creating a website that utilizes parallax scrolling. Here is a brief overview of what I have accomplished thus far. I decided to use the skrollr plugin to achieve the desired parallax effect. Through this plugin, I was able to successfully animate elements at different scroll speeds. However, there are a few significant challenges that I am facing and seeking resolution for.
I am eager to address the following issues with your expertise and guidance:
1) The current site I developed lacks responsiveness when it comes to parallax effects. The data attributes for elements are written inline, which prevents them from adjusting properly on screen resize. This inconsistency causes the responsive nature of parallax (in desktop version) to not translate effectively on mobile versions.
2) I recently examined the Sony website available at , which features responsive parallax design. Given that parallax websites heavily rely on imagery content, how does Sony manage to maintain fast loading times despite using large image files? The heavy images on their website (reaching MB sizes) load exceptionally quickly, which raises questions about optimization techniques.
3) Returning to the discussion about the Sony website, I am intrigued by the multiple perspectives displayed for each product as the user scrolls through the site. How is Sony able to capture various angles and perspectives of their products so seamlessly for the scrolling effect? It appears that the entire background image changes perspective smoothly as the user scrolls. This dynamic functionality goes beyond basic parallax implementation, prompting curiosity about Sony's unique approach to website design.
4) As I consider my own options for implementing parallax effects, I am confronted with a decision regarding background images and element positioning. Should I focus on changing background images dynamically while scrolling (similar to Sony's approach), or should I stick to moving individual elements using data attributes (as seen on www.numero10.ch)? I am tasked with exploring two distinct methods: a) Only adjusting elements within the existing background, such as shifting clouds across a sky image. b) Using different background images featuring subtle changes in element positions, resulting in a sequence of images showcasing gradual movement (e.g., clouds shifting pixel by pixel).
I eagerly anticipate your feedback on these matters. Thank you for taking the time to read through my inquiries with patience.