Artec 3D scanners for CGI and visual effects
Create stunning, photorealistic 3D assets, locations, sets, digital doubles, and props for films, games, TV commercials, and more with Artec professional 3D scanners.
3D scanning for visual effects and computer graphics
3D scanning technologies have become an essential component of modern filmmaking and virtual production pipelines, enabling computer graphics and visual effects producers, TV and film creatives to develop unique ultra-realistic 3D assets from real-world objects.
From virtual location scouting to prop making and set decoration to creating the most identical digital doubles for actors, 3D scanners allow filmmakers and VFX studios to streamline their production workflows, create more realistic experiences, and unleash creativity – all while saving time and cost.
Benefits
Lightweight and compact, Artec scanners can easily be taken anywhere you need to go, whether it's on set, in the studio, or outdoors.
Create full-color, picture-perfect 3D models with a single scanning solution, or combine it with your DSLR camera or smartphone for true-to-life photorealistic textures.
Develop authentic and one-of-a-kind 3D models for your film, game, or application from real-world objects you won’t be able to find in 3D stores, or ones complex and expensive to acquire or reproduce.
From tiny parts and props to full-scale scenes, Artec has a 3D scanner that will capture anything you need for your game, movie, or other applications.
Cut down production times by creating exact and high-quality 3D assets that will require little to no extra touch up. Capture every tiny detail, regardless of the object’s complexity.
Speed up on your VFX or CG production workflow by 3D scanning real-world objects and people instead of designing models from scratch.
Applications
Replicating props
Create accurate 3D replicas of props, miniatures and maquettes, and rescale them to a proper size for CNC milling or 3D printing. These models can also be used as references for creating unique 3D assets, or customized in 3D modeling software for further use in virtual production – way faster than designing them from scratch.
Digital doubles
Create photorealistic 3D characters for VFX and animation in movies, games, and TV productions for stunts impossible for an actor to perform themselves, or scenes too expensive or unfeasible to reproduce. Scan faces, heads, or entire human bodies to create unique and high-quality digital doubles.
Creating virtual environments
Start building your virtual worlds with accurate photorealistic location assets captured from the real-world urban or natural environments. Or use them as references to design your unique 3D environment.
3D location scouting
Replicate physical locations and environments in 3D, so everyone involved in production is able to visit them virtually whenever necessary. Limit the number of people on set, making sure even remote teams have accurate location references and can scout them safely.
Success story
Artec 3D scanning technology recreates dinosaurs in Jurassic World
“We scan what the artists traditionally sculpted. Once it’s in the computer, we can go to any scale that’s needed. Instead of starting over, we’re able to save a lot of hours.”
In the media
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Case study
Artec 3D hardware
Powerful and easy-to-use, Artec 3D scanners digitally duplicate all the things you need in a matter of minutes, whatever the object – from small, specific parts to full 3D characters and entire environments.
User-friendly portable laser 3D scanner with an inbuilt touchscreen and intuitive UI for easy 3D scanning.
Our bestselling structured-light 3D scanner. Fast, versatile, and accurate.
Designed to capture small parts in high resolution, this industrial structured-light 3D scanner captures every sharp edge and thin rib.
Powerful long-range laser 3D scanner for precise capture of massive objects and scenes with remarkable speed and high accuracy.
What’s the next step?
Cutting-edge 3D solutions for CGI
Learn more about how CG artists, VFX producers, and TV and film creatives leverage 3D scanning technologies to speed up their workflows and create unique, realistic 3D assets for games, movies, and more.
Artec scanners help create CGI models for TV series Fear the Walking Dead
“Artec Space Spider saves time, saves on shipping, and allows for more precise control over the scan.”
Exquisite VR/AR-ready 3D models in minutes: the Pikcells way, with Artec Eva
“Before we had the Artec Eva, digitizing certain objects was a long process. We were using traditional measuring tools to gather data, which were then transferred to our 3D modeling software and slowly interpreted into geometry. Eva is an indispensable part of our workflow, allowing us to create quick, accurate meshes in literally seconds.”
Artec 3D scanning technology recreates dinosaurs in Jurassic World
“We scan what the artists traditionally sculpted. Once it’s in the computer, we can go to any scale that’s needed. Instead of starting over, we’re able to save a lot of hours.”
More case studies
Make 3D scanning part of your virtual production workflow
Power up your filmmaking, CG, and VFX gear with the latest and greatest in 3D scanning hardware on the market.
Handheld 3D scanners for full color and high accuracy
Use handheld 3D scanners from Artec to capture small, medium, and large props, people, and scenes easily – and with superb results.
Versatile & portable scanning technologies
From laser to structured-light and photogrammetry-based scanning solutions, Artec’s range has got you covered whether you need to create highly realistic props, characters, or virtual environments.
Your best 3D scanning solution
From small 3D assets, digital doubles or large 3D environments, choose the scanner that fits your scanning task best.
User-friendly portable laser 3D scanner with an inbuilt touchscreen and intuitive UI for easy 3D scanning.
Our bestselling structured-light 3D scanner. Fast, versatile, and accurate.
Designed to capture small parts in high resolution, this industrial structured-light 3D scanner captures every sharp edge and thin rib.
Powerful long-range laser 3D scanner for precise capture of massive objects and scenes with remarkable speed and high accuracy.
End-to-end software for 3D scanning and processing
Scan and quickly process large data sets, merge scan data with photogrammetry for supreme texture, and collaborate with your team over meshes and more with Artec professional software tools.
Artec Cloud
Traveling a lot to capture high-resolution assets from the real world? Or perhaps you work remotely, or with colleagues in different locations? Easily share what you capture with people within and beyond your team via Artec Cloud, an online platform for sharing, viewing, collaborating, and processing scan data. Upload 3D models to Cloud from Artec Studio, or directly from your computer, and let everyone involved work simultaneously, access data remotely, discuss projects, and leave feedback, all in one place.
Shine a spotlight on your object
Explore various 3D models captured for CGI with Artec scanners.
