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 RealViz MatchMover Pro v3 for Mac OS X Now Available Posted by: amigo
Source: Press Release
Date: Wed Sep 17 2003
Apple Expo, Paris, France -Sept. 17, 2003- REALVIZ�, a leader in image processing software development, announced today the release of MatchMover� Professional 3.0 for Mac OS X. REALVIZ MatchMover Professional is the professional way to automatically track 3D camera data and motion from videos and film sequences, whilst offering users the ability to move smoothly back and forth between Automatic and Manual processes, with no interruption of workflow, providing the ease of automatic tracking, with the precision control matchmoving professionals demand.
�There has been a phenomenal growth in sales since we began porting our product portfolio to the Mac," commented Dominique Pouliquen, REALVIZ CEO. "Now with the delivery of MatchMover Professional 3.0 on OS X, we are bringing the very best in advanced matchmoving technology to a whole new user group. Leveraging Quartz Extreme, Apple�s powerful graphics system, we are delighted to be able to introduce this great product to the Mac platform for the very first time here at Apple Expo 2003. MatchMover Professional and the Power Mac G5 make for a very powerful fusion of technology which is at the cutting edge.�
"Quartz Extreme provides a superior user experience through hardware-accelerated graphics performance using OpenGL and graphics cards to accelerate the compositing of high-quality 2D, 3D and QuickTime content,� said Ron Okamoto, Apple�s vice president of Worldwide Developer Relations. �MatchMover Professional 3.0 uses the breakthrough graphics system in Mac OS X to efficiently resolve real-world post-production issues and to maximize the creative power of professionals in the digital imaging industry."
Since its launch in January 2002, MatchMover Professional has garnered an unparalleled level of praise from end-users, press and industry insiders alike. Considered by many post-production professionals as a key tool in their armory, MatchMover Pro has been used for incredible effects in many feature film and television projects, including, Steven Spielberg�s alien abduction miniseries, �Taken� as well as �Dinotopia�, �Die Another Day�, �Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets�, �The Ring�, �Shanghai Knights� and the current �Down with Love�, starring Rene� Zellweger and Ewan McGregor.
In addition to a significantly enhanced interface, offering users a fresher and smoother workflow approach, version 3.0 also encompasses an array of additional new features, which have been designed in close collaboration with leading post production houses in Europe and Hollywood. These include:
The handling of motion control data
3D object model-based tracking
3D tracking of cameras and multiple objects in the same session
The handling of survey points
A new graph editor toolbox
Motion capture
To see MatchMover Professional in action, go to:
http://www.realviz.com/gallery/list.php?product=mpro
REALVIZ is now also offering a short-term rental program, with a coupon-based system. Each coupon will enable users to rent MatchMover Professional 3.0 for 30 days for only 2,000 Euros/US $. In addition, each coupon will also entitle the user to a 1,000 Euro/US $ rebate towards the purchase of MatchMover Professional 3.0 at full price. (Coupon valid for 12 months.)
Pricing & Availability
REALVIZ MatchMover Professional 3.0 is available through REALVIZ resellers worldwide for both Mac and Windows platforms, at a price point of 10,000 Euros ($10,000 US). Current owners of MatchMover Professional �Corsica� will qualify for an automatic up-grade to version 3.0. Owners of MatchMover 2 Professional are able to up-grade to 3.0 for 2,499 Euros ($2,499 US). Owners of previous versions of MatchMover may also trade-up to version 3.0 for �4,499 ($4,499 US). To qualify for all up-grades, proof of purchase is required.
About REALVIZ�
REALVIZ is a leading developer of image based creation software based in Sophia Antipolis, France, with U.S. operations in San Francisco, CA; and a satellite sales office in London. REALVIZ develops a suite of image-based content creation solutions for the film, broadcast, gaming, digital imaging, architecture and Internet communities. Derived from years of research efforts at the renowned INRIA Lab in France, the company's applications enable 2D and 3D artists to easily and cost-effectively tackle complex digital imaging projects. REALVIZ� award-winning products are in use by leading production and effects houses, web design, game development and architectural companies worldwide including Cinesite, Framestore, Sony Imageworks, Warner Brothers Animation, Electronic Arts, Buf Compagnie and many others.
For further information on REALVIZ, please go to: www.realviz.com
�2003 REALVIZ, all trademarks and registered trademarks previously cited are the property of their respective owners.
Related Links: RealViz website
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