VOLUMETRIC VIDEO

What is volumetric video?

Volumetric video is a technology that simultaneously captures the “3D data of people and other objects” and “3D data of the motion” and converts them into digital data for reproduction.
The volumetric video system, “POLYMOTION STAGE”, at Nikon Creates consists of over 100 high-performance cameras that capture a full 360°view of the subject. Using technology from Microsoft, this raw data can be generated into extremely photorealistic “moving” 3D video data. Not only can facial expressions be reproduced with remarkable realism, but also even movements of hair and clothing can be reproduced naturally. Angles and sizes can be freely adjusted after the shooting using this 3D/360°data, which greatly revolutionizes the production process.
In addition to VR (virtual reality), AR (augmented reality) and MR (mixed reality) which is a fusion of reality and virtuality are also supported. This makes constructing new spaces where real and virtual elements can influence each other possible. The metaverse can also be expected to add possibilities.