Motion Capture Studio NYC
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Motion Capture Solutions For Any Sized Project
What is Motion Capture, aka MoCap?
Motion capture is a technology used to record the movement of people or objects. It is typically used in the film, video game, and animation industries to create realistic animation or special effects. The process involves attaching markers or sensors to an actor or object and tracking their movement in real-time using cameras or other sensor systems. The data collected is then used to animate digital characters or objects in a 3D animation or simulation.
What is Motion Capture Used For?
5. Robotics and AI
Captures human movements to teach robots how to mimic actions or perform tasks.
Uses data to improve AI-driven animations in virtual assistants or robots.
6. Live Performances
Enhances live shows and theater by projecting animated characters or objects that move in sync with performers.
1. Film and Television
Creates realistic character movements for CGI characters (e.g., Gollum in The Lord of the Rings or Caesar in Planet of the Apes).
Enhances visual effects by integrating real human movements with digital environments.
2. Video Games
Animates characters and creatures with fluid, natural motion for games like The Last of Us or Assassin's Creed.
Enables realistic facial expressions for immersive storytelling.
3. Virtual Reality (VR) and Augmented Reality (AR)
Tracks user movements in real-time for interactive VR/AR experiences.
Animates avatars that mimic users' real-world actions.
4. Sports and Biomechanics
Analyzes athletes' movements for performance improvement and injury prevention.
Studies human motion in biomechanics for medical and rehabilitation purposes.
A motion capture studio, or MoCap studio, is a specialized studio designed to record and capture motion data using cameras, sensors, and other hardware. Data like this can be utilized to animate characters or objects in movies, TV shows, and games with a high degree of realism. MoCap studios have several uses beyond just entertainment, such as medical study and biomechanical analysis.
MoCap technology is used to record how actors or performers move in a space called a “MoCap studio.” The movement data is then used to animate digital characters in movies, video games, and other interactive media. MoCap studios usually have a large open space for the performers to move around in and a lot of cameras and sensors to track their movements. The data is then put through special software that turns it into digital animation.
We can provide highly scalable motion capture services. From simple motion data recording to elaborate live performances streamed directly into Unreal Engine for either fully digital or XR virtual production.
Our capture isn’t just limited to humans. We can track a limited number of props or other objects inside the volume alongside human actors.
We can set up our motion capture volume anywhere we have access to power. Our volume can scale from 6×6 feet up to 32×32 feet. In situations where power isn’t available, we can still capture inertial data with no issue.
Wherever you need us to shoot we can do it!
MoCap is a powerful tool that bridges the gap between the physical and digital worlds, enabling creators to bring realism and interactivity to digital experiences.
Advantages of Motion Capture
High Accuracy: Captures even subtle movements, including facial expressions.
Efficiency: Speeds up animation processes compared to manual keyframing.
Realism: Produces lifelike motion for digital characters or objects.
Flexibility: Can be applied to a variety of fields, from entertainment to medical research.
Motion Capture Studio NYC FAQ
What kinds of motion capture services do you offer?
American Movie Company provides highly scalable motion capture (MoCap) services, ranging from simple motion-data recording to full live performances streamed directly into Unreal Engine for virtual or XR production.
What is motion capture used for?
Motion capture records human or object movements using specialized sensors and cameras. This data is then used to animate digital characters or models with high realism, commonly used in film, TV, video games, interactive media, and even biomechanical analysis.
How large can your capture volumes be?
They can scale from 6×6 feet up to 32×32 feet, offering great flexibility for different production needs, whether capturing small movements or full-body performance.
Where can you set up the MoCap studio?
American Movie Company can deploy and operate its MoCap system wherever there is access to power, making it highly adaptable. In locations without power, they can switch to inertial data capture, which does not require power.
Can you capture non-human elements?
Yes, besides actors, the system can also track a limited number of props or objects within the capture volume alongside performers.
What are the main advantages of using MoCap?
High accuracy: captures fine motion, including facial expressions.
Time efficiency: faster than manual keyframing.
Realism: produces lifelike movement data.
Versatility: functional across entertainment, research, and interactive media industries.
How do I book a MoCap studio or get more details?
To inquire or arrange a session, contact American Movie Company by phone or email. Provide information about your project, volume size needs, location, and desired use of the motion data.