3D computer graphics software
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3D computer graphics software produces computer-generated imagery (CGI) through 3D modeling and 3D rendering.
Classification
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Rendering
Although 3D modeling and CAD software may perform 3D rendering as well (e.g. Autodesk 3ds Max or Blender), exclusive 3D rendering software also exists.
Computer-aided design
Computer aided design software may employ the same fundamental 3D modeling techniques that 3D modeling software use but their goal differs. They are used in computer-aided engineering, computer-aided manufacturing, Finite element analysis, product lifecycle management, 3D printing and Computer-aided architectural design.
Complementary tools
After producing video, studios then edit or composite the video using programs such as Adobe Premiere Pro or Final Cut Pro at the low end, or Autodesk Combustion, Digital Fusion, Shake at the high-end. Match moving software is commonly used to match live video with computer-generated video, keeping the two in sync as the camera moves.
Use of real-time computer graphics engines to create a cinematic production is called machinima.
See also
Template:Wikipedia books Software
- Comparison of 3D computer graphics software
- List of 3D computer graphics software
- List of 3D modeling software
- List of 3D rendering software
Fields of use
- 3D data acquisition and object reconstruction
- 3D reconstruction
- 3D reconstruction from multiple images
- Game development tool
- Game engine
- Level editor
- Render farm
References
External links
- 3D Tools table from the CGSociety wiki
- Comparison of 10 most popular modeling software from TideArt
