Filmmaking
A 12.1 mix is a channel-based immersive audio format, associated with the Auro-3D system, that adds a distinct height layer to traditional surround sound for a three-dimensional effect.
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120 fps is an extreme form of High Frame Rate (HFR) filmmaking that captures motion with unprecedented clarity and smoothness.
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General
Sixteen-bit RAW captures the full 65 536 tonal steps per channel that high-end sensors can output, anchoring future-proof HDR workflows.
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Industry
A historic film studio famed for landmark releases and genre‑defining classics.
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Filmmaking
A 22.2 mix is the ultra-immersive, 24-channel surround sound format developed by NHK for Japan's 8K 'Super Hi-Vision' broadcast standard.
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Filmmaking
A 2K scan is the process of digitizing a motion picture film frame at a standard resolution of approximately 2048 pixels horizontally, a cornerstone of the digital intermediate workflow.
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Industry
35 mm is the most widely used film gauge for theatrical motion pictures, known for its balance of image quality and equipment portability.
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Filmmaking
35mm is the standard gauge of photographic film that was the dominant format for motion picture photography and projection for over a century.
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Filmmaking
3D, or stereoscopic, filmmaking is a technique that creates the illusion of three-dimensional depth in an image by presenting two slightly different perspectives to the viewer's eyes.
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Genres
A 3D film is a motion picture that enhances the illusion of depth perception, creating an immersive experience where objects appear to extend out from the screen.
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Pop Culture
4DX augments a film with motion seats, wind, scent and environmental effects, turning passive viewing into theme-park spectacle.
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Filmmaking
A 4K scan is the process of digitizing a physical film element at a resolution of approximately 4000 horizontal pixels to create a high-quality digital master.
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Filmmaking
A six‑channel surround sound configuration standard in cinemas and home theaters.
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Industry
Mobile broadband capabilities that unlock low-latency, high-bandwidth film activations and on-set workflows.
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Industry
High-resolution film scanning at roughly 6000 horizontal pixels to future-proof restorations and VFX pulls.
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Filmmaking
An eight‑channel surround sound system adding rear surrounds for enhanced immersion.
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Industry
70 mm is a large‑format film gauge offering unparalleled image resolution and immersive projection quality.
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Filmmaking
70mm is a wide, high-resolution film gauge used to create an epic, immersive cinematic experience with superior image clarity and detail.
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Filmmaking
A nine‑channel surround configuration adding front wide channels for greater frontstage width.
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