App Detail » Cartoon Animator 4 Pipeline

Published by: Reallusion Inc.

iPhone App - Designed for iPhone, compatible with iPad

Price: $149.99
Current Version: 4.41.2512
Released: July 25, 2019

What's New

Add "Import 3D Motion (3D Motion Convertor)
In v4.4, Cartoon Animator extends its compatibility to 3D Motion (.rlMotion, .iMotion). Which means 3D motion can now be imported and projected to 2D characters. Moreover, with 3D Motion Converter in Cartoon Animator, you have additional options for customization, such as the ability to project different angles and select specific ranges in the 3D motion for transfer. "
Add "G3 character supports .rlmotion and .imotion
Reallusion has reached a major breakthrough, with the ability to support 3D motion data (.rlMotion and .iMotion) for G3 characters in Cartoon Animator. This unlocks several possibilities for G3 characters to perform realistic animation. Moreover, with more than 3,000 3D motion content available in the Reallusion online stores, the possibilities are endless for animating 2D characters in multiple viewing angles, for a variety of scenarios."
Add "New Embedded Content added in Content Library

In order to fully experience the benefit of applying 3D motion to 2D animation, Reallusion provides the following content along with the relevant software for exploration:

- 3D Motion Contents (.rlMotion, .iMotion)
8 sets of 3D motion are provided, including 2 poses, 1 dance motion, 2 idle motions and 3 walking motions. All motions are applicable to characters with multiple angles - front, side, and quarter-view.
For more 3D motion, you can go to Reallusion Content Store to get more: https://www.reallusion.com/ContentStore/index.html?MenuItem=ic_motion&platform=Windows&Nav=Top

- Dummy Characters for 3D Motion
7 dummy characters for 3D motion are provided. These dummy characters are optimized with Reallusion's retargeting system, in order to perform smoothly when 3D motions are applied.

- Dummy Bone Hand
4 dummy bone hands are provided, including Dummy_back up, Dummy_back, Dummy_palm down, Dummy_palm front. Different angles of the hand provide options for enhancing the natural look for the hand gestures. Customize the hand by sending the dummy bone hand templates to a 3rd party PSD editor.

- 2D Motion content fine-tuned from 3D Motion (.rlMotion, .iMotion)
As a demonstration of how 3D motion can be converted to 2D motion and applied to 2D characters, 32 sets of fine-tuned 2D motions are provided. These 2D motions are converted from motion capture data.
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Enhance "Flip Body
In the past, when users applied motion capture with Motion Live 2D, the character was not able to move back to the initial starting position. In v.4.4, Reallusion optimizes the body animation with ""Flip Body'' function. By enabling the ""Flip Body '' function in the mocap process , the mo-capped 2D character will flip the body automatically when the mocap actor turns around. Therefore, the facing direction of the character is aligned with real-life motion, saving the trouble of post-editing the animation to fit the scene. This feature also makes for a more flexible and intuitive way to animate with motion capture."
Enhance "Z-Axis
Z- Axis is a helpful tool newly added in CTA that creates a spatial and depth effect for 2D animation. Users can enable this tool when applying 3D motion capture. It changes the scale of the object/character when moving it forward or backward. This way, users can use the camera perspective to represent three-dimensional objects on a two-dimensional surface, which makes the animation look more natural and realistic."
Enhanced "Set Project Start/End Frame Markers
In v.4.4, Reallusion adds the Start/ End marker button in the toolbar, allowing you to simply click on the button to set start and end frame to customize the export range . This enhanced feature provides a more friendly user experience. "
Fixed [TS 189414] Possible crash when saving project while using the Elastic Motion Editor.
Fixed [TS 187590] Project may crash when saving the character, after deleting full angle and adding new sprites to G2 character in the Sprite Editor.

App Description

** Please be aware that Cartoon Animator 4 on the Mac App Store DOES NOT support Motion Live 2D. If you wish to perform with motion capture devices or Motion Link, please visit our official online store to acquire the full version of Cartoon Animator 4 **

** Professional 2D Creativity & Animation Design **
Cartoon Animator 4 is a 2D animation software designed for both ability of entry and productivity. With Cartoon Animator you can turn images into animated characters, generate lip-sync animation from audio, accomplish 3D parallax scenes, produce 2D visual effects, access content resources, and wield a comprehensive Photoshop pipeline to rapidly customize characters and create content.

*Reviews & Recognition:
Mac App Store user review: 4.4 stars (over 90 ratings) - CTA3 Pro
Mac App Store 2018 July Editors' Choice - CTA3 Pro
Recognized by: MacWorld, Digital Arts, TopTenReviews, Photoshop Creative, and more

*Practical Use:
Video Makers, YouTubers, Animators: create animated shorts with speed
Character Designers: turn static images / artworks into animated characters
Business: produce marketing videos and commercials
Education: create training and informative videos
...and more

*Know more: visit Cartoon Animator official website
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//Know More About Key Features//

1. Complete Photoshop to Animation Design
. Turn 2D artworks into animations
. Turn animations into graphic illustrations
. Use PSD design template to quickly create animated content

2. Complete 2D Animation Environment
. Content management system
. 3D camera system
. Full timeline editing for storytellers
. Simulate cartoon physics with motion curves
. Animate characters
. Animate props

3. 2D Character Creation
. Free Bone System can rig 2D characters from any image
. Use character templates with fully-rigged facial and body parts
. Mask Editor for advanced character creation
. Accessories for humans and animals

4. Character Animation:
. Vast motion library for any designs
. Smart IK/FK system - precise & intuitive character animation
. Stretch animation and Smart IK motion re-targeting
. HumanIK - 3D motion editing
. Body puppeteering
. Quick perform list in action menu

5. Head & Facial Animation
. 360-degree head creation and performance system
. Facial Puppeteering- 10 default profiles instantly define character performances with personality and emotions
. Facial Key Editor enhanced with free form deformation
. Audio lip-syncing
. Audio scrubbing

6. Smart Export to After Effects
. Professional VFX with After Effects
. Glow Effects, Motion Blur, Special Effects
. Area Lighting, Soft Shadow, Color Toning
. Export Cartoon Animator Camera to AE
. Customize Output Resolution

7. Import 3D Motions for 2D Animations
. Apply 3D Motions for Multi-angle 2D Performance
. Transfer Hand, Body, and Toe Animation
. Create Perfect Side-Scroller Animation
. Give 2D Characters Z-Axis Movement

8. Prop Dynamics and SFX
. Give life to props - Elastic Motion System
. Customize your own elastic motion effects
. Create interactive compound prop animation
. Use the Prop Composer to easily build multi-parts animated props
. Reuse animation patterns