Stop Motion Pro Software
SMP revolutionises Wallace & Gromit
Stop Motion Pro is working closely with the team behind the Academy Award® winning filmmakers AARDMAN.
Stop Motion Pro is a software tool for making stop motion and other animated films. It requires a video camera, webcam or digital still camera and is compatible with Win XP, Vista or Windows 7 (32 and 64 bit).
Stop Motion Pro stores each frame on the computer, not video or film. Using a video camera, digital still camera or webcam, a Windows PC and Stop Motion Pro it is possible to capture one frame of a puppet or object, make a small change and then capture another frame. After this is repeated several times the illusion of movement builds. There are up to 30 frames every second in video, so it is possible to create very smooth animation. You can animate virtually anything that can be put in front of a camera - Clay figures, paper cut-outs, beads, sand, toys and even people.
Quick facts about Stop Motion Pro v7.5:
- Developed in consultation with Aardman Animations, creators of Wallace & Gromit and the upcoming “Pirates” feature film
- Compatible with Nikon & Canon Live view DSLRs
- Enhanced user interface, while retaining our famous ease of use
- Greater Mac compatibility with AIFF audio support
- Multiple editions, with selected feature set and price points designed for your needs
- New live 3D stereo setup
- Support for a wider range of motion control equipment
- X-Sheet Prompt where the user can plan their animation before they film it
- New playback engine for smoother playback on a wider range of computers
FREE Upgrade for all V7 users. Please have your serial number ready and visit the SMP webpage for full details.
Before you make your purchase, we strongly suggest you download the trial version.
The purpose of the free trial is to let you identify the best edition for your experience and requirements, and to test your hardware to ensure it is compatible with Stop Motion Pro.
A full list of the features in each edition can be found here (PDF).
*Typical UK mainland delivery charges to be expected for Next Day delivery of Stop Motion Pro: £6.00
Delivery charges are approximate. Vat will be added to your credit card along with delivery. Please contact us if you would like confirm an exact price.
*Educational Status will need to be supplied. Official Purchase Orders are accepted from educational establishments. Please contact us if in doubt for further information of what proof is needed. Faxes can be sent to 020 8664 8010.
Network editions are available to schools and are licensed on a single geographical location. 20+ Pack editions are available to schools who do not have a network.
Given the huge success of USB keypads to control Stop Motion Pro we have released quality US made keypad stickers. These stickers are fantastically simple. Supply your own USB Keypad (from most computer shops), assign functions to the keys and stick on the shortcut symbol. You will eventually not need to use a mouse, therefore you will be able to produce more animation. Not using the mouse means you keep your train of thought on the animation, rather than the computer interface.
All software is provided on DVD with quick start manual. If the software has been downloaded we are unable to give a refund for any reason Unless otherwise stated, PLEASE NOTE that all prices exclude VAT and Delivery Charges and the exact amount will not be confirmed on checkout. Please contact us if you would like to confirm an exact price. *Typical UK mainland delivery charges to be expected for Next Day delivery of Stop Motion Pro: £6.00 Delivery charges are approximate. Vat will be added to your credit card along with delivery. Please contact us if you would like confirm an exact price.
To enhance your experience of Stop Motion Pro, we have the following accessories:
Keypad Stickers
Given the huge success of USB keypads to control Stop Motion Pro we have released quality US made keypad stickers. These stickers are fantastically simple. Supply your own USB Keypad (from most computer shops), assign functions to the keys and stick on the shortcut symbol. You will eventually not need to use a mouse, therefore you will be able to produce more animation. Not using the mouse means you keep your train of thought on the animation, rather than the computer interface.
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