Watch ‘HaZimation: Innovating Filmmaking with SpaceMouse’ and see how London-based micro studio HaZimation embraced the 3D design tool resulting in a ‘game-changing’ path for its creative processes while boosting productivity and efficiency.
3Dconnexion, a leading manufacturer of specialized input devices for 3D designers and CAD engineers, released its new SpaceMouse Wireless – Bluetooth Edition last May. Designed for both professionals and enthusiasts, the SpaceMouse brings new functionality to the way users navigate, sculpt, and design in 3D applications.
The manufacturer recently shared a customer story “HaZimation: Innovating Filmmaking with SpaceMouse,” which discusses how the London-based micro studio has embraced the new “SpaceMouse” technology in its quest for innovative tools.
Here are highlights, as described by HaZimation filmmaker, director, and producer Hasraf “HaZ” Dulull:
Game-changing experimentation:
Initially, the SpaceMouse was a bold departure from HaZimation’s conventional mouse and keyboard setup, it quickly proved to be a “game-changer” to the studio’s creative process.
Revolutionizing cinematography with the SpaceMouse
Working on the latest project, the animated feature film Max Beyond, HaZ discovered unique advantages of the SpaceMouse: using the 3D controller cap enabled him to easily create an organic movement that wouldn’t be achievable with a mouse and keyboard.
Boosting productivity and efficiency:
The SpaceMouse enabled HaZimation to easily produce intricate, fluid camera movements, so they could focus on framing and cinematography, without manual keyframing. It significantly boosted productivity and efficiency.
“Using the SpaceMouse really helped me as a filmmaker find my shots, increase productivity, and make production more efficient,” said HaZ .
Customization and versatility:
SpaceMouse’s advanced customization allows users to map Unreal Engine-specific keyboard commands to the programmable keys, each tailored to different phases of production.
Looking ahead:
HaZimation’s use of the 3Dconnexion SpaceMouse is an example of how innovative tools can revolutionize the creative process in digital production.
Watch HaZimation: Innovating Filmmaking with SpaceMouse:
Get more details 3Dconnexion new SpaceMouse Wireless – Bluetooth Edition here.
Source: 3Dconnexion
Debbie Diamond Sarto is news editor at Animation World Network.
