I have recently upgraded to the latest version of Cheetah 3d (Mac only) Although I use Strata 3D for a lot of my work I have also used Cheetah 3d. Strata is great for geometric work, ie. Packaging and exhibitions but for more organic forms I am preferring Cheetah 3d. If you have ever tried Cinema 3D I think is works quite similarly though more simplified and a LOT cheaper at $149 for the full version.
There are also a series of videos you can buy to get you started quickly. What I like about Cheetah 3d is it is very mac like and not overly complex looking for the beginner. I have only dabbled with the new version so far and had a look through some of the tutorial videos. the materials system has advanced more from last version. If you buy Cheetah 3D 5 now you also get a free upgrade to version 6 when it is released.
You can download a trial version here
You can see a video of Cheetah 3D being used here:
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This is a great product if you use a mac. What would be one of the best software for windows?
$149 for the full version! Not too bad at all. Thanks for sharing the vid.
Thanks for the article! $149 for the full version is a steal! I have a hard time finding 3D software for my Mac, and the video helped me make the choice
That is really nice. I haven’t seen a piece of software I liked yet for 3D. I am going to have to check it out, thanks for the link to a free trial.
As 3D becomes more popular in cinematography it looks like Cheetah 3D could be a perfect application to download to a Mac, for anyone wanting to hone their skills. The video you included makes it look so simple to use, even for a novice when it comes to 3D computer design and at $149 it’s definitely worth investing in, if only to practice on. Thank you for bringing it to my attention, greatly appreciated.