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Version (as of 7/16/2014) | 11 |
Platforms | |
License | Commercial |
Category | Graphics |
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Software Overview
Main Features
- Easy to learn, intuitive interface
- Fast rendering engine supporting realistic reflections and refractions
- Ability to create a virtual model of a physical location using cameras and other input
- Support for a wide range of inputs including mice, tablets, game controllers, and sensor arrays
NewTek LightWave 3D is a 3D computer graphics application that is used to create 3D graphics and animations. It has been used in many different industries including TV, film, architecture, advertising, and video game development.
LightWave is able to render both animated and static 3D images utilizing a good sized pallet of tools for creating and manipulating images. You can surface your 3D elements using a quick layer-based system, a more involved but powerful nodal system, or both. LightWave also includes effective procedural, nodal, and keyframe animation tools to help bring your 3D creations to life.
There are many features that LightWave provides that make it easy to add CGI effects during the movie making process. With Virtual Studio Tools a movie crew can walk a set with cameras and other input devices and LightWave will create a virtual replica of the set. It can even reproduce the lighting that is on the set.
LightWave is a great 3D animation solution for smaller companies that don't have large budgets for programs like Maya. While it is a lot less expensive then similar products from Autodesk, LightWave is still quite expensive and probably not ideal for those who are simply looking to dip their toes into 3D graphics.
Supported File Types
Primary file extension
.LWS – LightWave 3D Scene File
Other file extensions used by NewTek LightWave 3D 11
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Supported File Types | |
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.LS | LightWave LScript File |
.LWO | LightWave 3D Object File |
.MD5ANIM | id Tech 4 Model Animation File |
.MD5MESH | id Tech 4 3D Mesh File |
.MDD | Point Oven Deformation Data File |
.MOT | LightWave Motion File |
.OBJ | Wavefront 3D Object File |
.RPF | Rich Pixel Format File |
.SRF | LightWave Surface File |
Additional Related File Formats | |
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.CFG | LightWave Configuration File |
.KEY | LightWave License File |
.P | LightWave Plug-in |
Updated: July 16, 2014
Marked 2 5 1 – easily preview your markdown documents. NewTek LightWave 3D® 2020 brings a wide array of improvements across the software, including new Global Illumination render engines, new shaders, new production tools and much more.
Lightwave 3D
NewTek LightWave 3D is designed for the independent artist who desire control of their vision from start to finish. Affordable, complete, easy to learn and use, LightWave is well established as one of the leading 3D systems on the market. With the ability to model, animate and render stunningly realistic imagery and animation, LightWave allows you to create new worlds, build your brand and shatter expectations. LightWave 2020 refined and retooled.
What’s new in Lightwave 2020?
Newtek Lightwave 3d Content
- New Global Illumination Render Engines
- New Shaders in FiberFX
- New OpenVDB Production Tools
- Redesigned Motion System
- Local Action Center
- Tone Mapping
- Enhanced Environment Light
- Improved Scene Editor
- Enhanced Pipeline Support
- Untethered
- OpenGL
- Improved SSS
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