Matchmoving : the invisible art of camera tracking /
Tim Dobbert.
- xiii, 304 pages ; 23 cm + 1 computer disc (12 cm)
Accompanied by: 1 computer disc (CD-ROM)
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Introduction -- The Basics of Matchmoving -- Matchmoving Software -- 2D Tracking -- 3D Calibration -- Automatic Tracking -- Cameras -- Set Fitting -- Being on Set -- Matchamation -- Troubleshooting and Advanced Techniques -- Modeling from Matchmoves and Image-Based Modeling -- Multipurposing Matchmove Data -- Resources -- Matchmoving Software and Useful Links -- Film Formats. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. Appendix A. Appendix B. Appendix C.
"Master the Art and Science of Matchmoving ; Written by a matchmoving expert, this book is much more than a technical primer. It helps you think like a pro so that you can find the right solution for your matchmoves, no matter how tricky. You'll also find coverage of tasks that commonly go hand-in-hand with matchmoving, along with advice on the contributions you can make on the set of a live-action shoot. Whether you're a student or professional, Matchmoving: The Invisible Art of Camera Tracking gives you the knowledge and perspective you need to quickly and successfully solve every matchmove. ; Coverage includes: ; * Understanding how matchmove programs work ; * Perspective matching ; * Getting optimal 2D tracking data ; * Calibrating/solving cameras ; * Using automatic tracking ; * Fitting matchmoves into a CG set ; * Mastering matchamation techniques ; * Modeling from matchmoves ; * Troubleshooting bad matchmoves ; * Multi-purposing matchmove data"--Publisher description.
System requirements for accompanying disc: Windows 2000/XP.