Capturing Reality in Stunning Detail with VFX Photogrammetry
One Single Frame at a Time
Ready to bridge the gap between the real world and your visual effects? At Gentle Giant Studios, we specialize in high-fidelity VFX photogrammetry, transforming physical objects and environments into incredibly detailed 3D assets for film, television, games, and beyond.
We’re passionate about precision and artistry, and our experienced team leverages cutting-edge technology and meticulous techniques to deliver assets that stand up to the closest scrutiny. Whether you need intricate props, expansive landscapes, or lifelike digital doubles, we’re here to bring your vision to life with unparalleled realism.
Our VFX Photogrammetry Services
- Object & Prop Scanning: We meticulously capture objects of all sizes, ensuring every scratch, texture, and contour is faithfully reproduced in 3D. Perfect for hero props, set dressing, and digital archives.
- Environment & Location Scanning: From sprawling landscapes to intricate architectural details, we can create immersive and realistic 3D environments for your virtual worlds.
- Digital Doubles & Character Scanning: Capture the precise likeness and surface details of actors and performers for seamless integration into visual effects sequences.
- On-Set & Studio Capture: We offer both on-location and in-studio scanning services, adapting to the specific needs of your project. Our mobile setups are designed for flexibility and efficiency.
- High-Resolution Texture Processing: Our expert team ensures that the captured textures are clean, consistent, and optimized for your target platforms.
- Model Optimization & Delivery: We provide production-ready 3D models in various industry-standard formats, optimized for performance within your VFX pipeline.
Our Photogrammetry arrays utilize up to 180 – 50 megapixel full-sensor DSLR cameras. This combination delivers maximum resolution and dynamic range. Our customized lighting captures both Specular and Cross-Polarized imagery, which guarantees accurate lighting/reflection placement. We also offer HDRI’s for greater range of luminosity.
What is VFX Photogrammetry?
Think of it as capturing reality in three dimensions. VFX photogrammetry involves taking numerous high-resolution photographs of a subject from every conceivable angle. Our advanced software then meticulously analyzes these images, identifying common points and building a highly accurate and detailed 3D model complete with realistic textures.
Let’s discuss how Gentle Giant Studios can elevate your visual effects with the power of photogrammetry. Contact us today for a consultation and discover the possibilities – call (818) 504-3555 or fill out our online form!
Photogrammetry Applications
Gentle Giant Studios has a wide variety of full volume Photogrammetry arrays – each capturing 100% accurate data and 16k+ textures with a single frame exposure.
Pre-Viz for All, Costume Fittings & Milling, Hair & MU, VFX Digital Doubles, VFX Look Dev
Creatures Capture for Costume, Hair & MU, Stunts, VFX
Costume Scanning for 3D Printing & Fabrication
Facial for VFX FAC’s Expressions & Costume or Art Department Prosthetics
Photogrammetry Tech Specs
Argonaut Array
- 180 Canon Cameras
- Combination of full sensor Canon 5DS 50.6
- MP & Canon 750D 24.2 MP
- 58 cameras dedicated to the head & 122 cameras full body
- All Prime Lenses
- Cross-polarized and Specular
- 16k+ Textures
- Single Frame Exposure for solve – Multiple Exposure sequence for lighting look-dev
- Capable of capturing 3 point lighting at the same time
- 20 Super-fast Broncolor flash guns with ultra-sharp flash cut off technology
- Fast Raw CR2 download speed
Consistent color temperature and exposure value
Aurora Array
- 147 Nikon Cameras
- Combination of full frame Nikon D850’s 45.7 MP & Nikon 5300’s 24.2MP
- 24 cameras dedicated to the head & 123 cameras full body
- All Prime Lenses
- Cross-polarized and Specular
- 16k+ Textures
- Single Frame Exposure
- 20 Super-fast Broncolor flash guns with ultra-sharp flash cut off technology
- Consistent color temperature and exposure value
- Fast Raw NEF download speed
“Sony Imageworks has been fortunate enough to work together with Karl and the wonderful team at Gentle Giant on many films. They’ve created original character designs, built beautiful Maquettes, and were responsible for the digital scanning on films such as Polar Express, Spiderman trilogy and Tim Burton’s Alice in Wonderland. I’ve always been impressed by their professionalism, enthusiasm, and the level of quality they bring to everything they create. It’s been a wonderful collaboration and I look forward to working with this talented group on many more future projects.”
3D Scanning Services
Juggernaut VFX Mobile Photogrammetry Studio
VFX Photogrammetry
VFX LiDAR
VFX Head and FACS Scanning
Laser Prop Scanning
VFX Costume Capture
Let's Get to Work Now
We’re ready to begin your project. At whatever development stage you find yourself, our team is poised to help push your endeavor to the finish line. Contact us today.