Convert a 2D movie to 3D

[powerlockit]

does this convert to color code?

[nishaJD]

How can you tell if you're watching 3D done by the film studio rather than by a pirate who faked it?

[RScullion]

@nishaJD Well - I guess the proof is in the pudding! If it looks good then does it matter? Usually the fake ones will look flat or worse be uncomfortable to view causing eye-strain.

[RScullion]

@nishaJD One other tip. If you can turn the glasses round (left lens over right eye and vice-versa) and it doesn't look any better or worse then it's probably a poor conversion.

[Tails41347]

So that's how people do to fail 3D on videos and pictures. Alright. xP

To make 3D is about to have 2 cameras, not a program that will do it for you automatic..

[RScullion]

@SeriesOnlineFan Then it depends what formats your TV supports. Does it say? (I assume it's a 3D TV)?

[RScullion]

@SeriesOnlineFan It depends on your display device. I assume you are using a 3D monitor or TV?

[netheadcreations]

You can convert all your 2d videos to 3d for FREE and online only at 3DTV.com - check it out dude. No silly software to download. Just signup and convert!

[pipituga]

I just got an 3d tv.. And Im looking for convertors.. I found this one and the movavi 3d converter. What is the difference and how do I know which one is better? Or are they equally?

[clamo636]

@pipituga they all work about the same.....movavi and makeme 3d do the same job as stereo movie maker....but the others support mp4 and mkv....wile stereo movie maker don't. 3Dcombind is complicated. ive never got it to work they way they show it to work. they also don't show ya how to create a depth map. ive been looking at adobe premiere and it seems to produce the best 3d effect but its NOT simple software. also on the fly converting does not work very well.

[RScullion]

@clamo636 If you want 3DCombine to work in a similar way to those other programs, just enable zero-artefacts mode in the automatic 2D->3D. The standard mode in 3DCombine is much more sophisticated but can introduce artefacts - especially if you have the depth setting high.

[clamo636]

@RScullion that zero-artifacts mode does nothing. I have tested just about every 2d to 3d conversion software out there and this software does the same job as the others do, the only software that actually added some depth was roxi, well now that it has been updated, it does the same job as dvd fab, witch is nothing at all. the only 2 programs that come close to adding depth are movavi and stereo movie maker. but the effect only works on objects that move. still objects have no depth.

[RScullion]

@clamo636 I'm pretty sure that movavi and stereo movie maker just delay the right eye by a frame or two. That means that when the camera pans horizontally or something moves across the screen it has the effect of looking 3D, but as soon as the movement stops, everything goes flat. Worse, if things move vertically it gives you eyestrain. The 3DCombine zero artifacts mode does the same thing, but it reverts to 2D in the case of vertical movement to prevent eyestrain.

[clamo636]

@RScullion yep thats what it does and unless 3dcombined can ever do what professional studios are capable of doing witch it cant. it will always be just like the others. and reverting back to 2d is not a proper way to convert 2d to 3d. might as well just not convert if it does that.

[RScullion]

@clamo636 Well yes, by reverting to 2D you are essentially not converting that section. PS if you are having problems getting the depthmap based version to work I may be able to help?

[clamo636]

@RScullion sure ide like to see how to make a depth map step by step

[RScullion]

@clamo636 I've just uploaded a new tutorial - depthmaps 101 which attempts to show how to do it with a few sample images. Hopefully that will help.

[RScullion]

@RScullion The standard 2D->3D algorithm in 3DCombine is much more sophisticated. It uses the information in the scene to build up a depthmap which can then be used to create a 3D image even once the movement stops or becomes vertical. The downside is it can produce artifacts in the image and is much more processor intensive.

[lkywfs]

what is the meaning of with display frames ?? can reply asap ??

[RScullion]

@lkywfs it allows you to select whether the frames are displayed during processing. If you turn it off processing will be faster.

[justinhhhfan]

@RScullion

when I do this, my countdown timer went to zero then in the negative time remaining. it says 100% complete

-1h -9m remaining, like it is doing it again to verify? is that normal, I am running an i7 920 at 3.4GHz and the video took 8 hr. to get to 100% and video is only 38sec.!! I don't want to keep waiting for it to recheck if it is messed up. Is it normal to get to 100% then stay there and keep doing something? I set Quality to Highest setting 3?

[RScullion]

@justinhhhfan Firstly, set the Quality to 0 to begin with. It should run much more quickly and allow you to check the result. If the timer is going to negative numbers it may be that the video is reporting its length incorrectly. However, so long as the video provides frames, it will run to completion. You should see it stepping through the frames if it is running.

[seanybiker]

hmmmm what way is me phone setup so with 3d? its the HTC evo 3D. ah fuck it, ill just arse about with it and get it going.

[RScullion]

@seanybiker Let us know what you find out. I would image it'll be either the horizontal or vertical interleaved format. You'll need to resize the image to the exact screen resolution before saving it or the lines will be messed up.

[GenteOciosa]

hoo thanks for this video,. you save my life...

[MrChrisZig]

now after converting with this one on my NON-3D TV would i be able to watch my movie in 3D with my cheap 3euro red blue glaases OR NO???

[RScullion]

@MrChrisZig Yes. Select the colour anaglyph output option.

[elpaisitadeoro]

I have 3d setup (nvidia glasses, 3d tv, 3d video card, hdmi, etc) and i can turn on 3d for games, etc.

If I convert any movie this way, will i be able to view it with my nvidia 3d glasses?

[RScullion]

@elpaisitadeoro Yes - do the output as side by side and use the free stereoscopic video player that comes with the nVidia 3D driver pack.

[drdavis34]

thank you I will try the sensio mode.

[drdavis34]

I notice this only does full Side by Side? Or am I missing somthing, can I do Half Side by Side output? Also will you ever include MKV file support?

[RScullion]

@drdavis34 Yes - you can do half side by side. Either by adding the 'half width' filter or by selecting 'Sensio' as the output format.

The webm format that is now support uses an MKV container to store video compressed with the Google WebM codec. It is unlikely that it will support MPEG4 compression in an MKV container due to software patent issues.

[alaasnake]

can you use this to convert 3D video back to 2D ?

[RScullion]

@alaasnake Yes, if you need to. Just save only the left or right eye.

[14vdul]

does anyone else had to wait 3hours and 30 min to video convert???

[SuperAmadeus18]

what will i choose in the 3D Output Format if I have 3D glasses that are used in 3D cinemas? please help.Thanks. =D

[RScullion]

@SuperAmadeus18 you need a compatible display device such as the zalman 3d monitor

[SuperAmadeus18]

@RScullion i own a 32 inch bravia LCD, is it compatible? and when I'm converting a 2D video to 3D, it says "2500 hours remaining" (Im converting Imax Hubble, 44mins long) how to make it quicker than that? After converting, I will save it on my PS3 and watch it there with Bravia. please help. Thanks for responding! :)

[RScullion]

@SuperAmadeus18 Hi, If you do it in zero artefacts mode then it will be faster but the effect won't be as good.

[SuperAmadeus18]

@RScullion thanks a lot! :)

[VidEOproduce]

excuse...but how can i see the 3d with the red and blue glasses what i have to select?

[RScullion]

@VidEOproduce Red/blue glasses is the same as colour anaglyph.

[VidEOproduce]

@RScullion oh thnk you :P

[RevolutionGraphics]

So if I converted a movie trailer to 3d, will it be like theater 3D?

[RScullion]

@RevolutionGraphics It depends on the content of the clip. If you want to guarantee theatre-like 3D you need to follow the professional 2D->3D conversion tutorial but it's a lot more effort.

[mindoftwilight]

that's great. but where do you get the program?

[RScullion]

@mindoftwilight Don't seem to be able to put the link but google '3DCombine'

[mindoftwilight]

@RScullion k thanks

[clubpenguinsecrets1]

There's no cinematic glasses option?

[RScullion]

@clubpenguinsecrets1 It will work with the cinematic glasses but you need a suitable screen such as the Zalman Trimon monitor.

[servet80]

can it work with ordinary tv n red and blue cyan glasses

[RScullion]

@servet80 Yes, just select colour anaglyph as the output format.

[servet80]

@RScullion thax

[dependsonwhatyousay]

is there any way to get around the registration?

[RScullion]

@dependsonwhatyousay There is a free program called 'DepthGauge' also available from the same place for doing 2D->3D videos.

[dependsonwhatyousay]

@RScullion thanks

[gTa4ever1369]

please does anyone know were i can Download 3D movies???

cuz the most movies are in 3D and im trying to Download SAW 7 in 3D and i found it on normal Video and i wanna see it on 3D with the blue and red glasses shit

PLEASE HELP

SRR 4 BAD ENGLISH

[dvdfabber]

@gTa4ever1369 Just convert the common 2d movies into 3d movies, but you need to have a 3d tv, or your screen can support 3d video output. Then wear your 3d glasses to enjoy the 3d movies. you can convert your blu-ray or dvds, DVDfab will help you to do so.

[djplayer93]

Free software!? Hahahaha, it need registration you dumbass!

[MrAshiek22]

Where do i download 3d combine. i searched google an all are priced

[nyotnyotnyu]

where can i have playback filter



[MattArashi]

How to get DivX 6.8.5 Codec (4 Logical CPUs)? I don't have it and i can't find download!

[MattArashi]

@lazydany1 Wait.

[linocoria]

Does your software estimate a depth map or does the user need to provide it (at least for the first frame)?

[RScullion]

@linocoria It has two modes. The automated one, described above, generates the depthmap (you never see it). The manual one requires the user to provide the depthmap for keyframes (see the professional 2D ->3D video tutorial).

[sebbe42000]

it does not work!

[sebbe42000]

it does not work!

[skakky]

where do u get htis for mac?

[TitusIV]

I tried it, all videos failed and the only succeded image converted to 3D doesn't even look like 3D. I would give this software a 0/10

[renzadude]

Where can I download it? Wheres the link?

[nrlrugby1]

a simple question, why does it take a long long long time to convert it, or save it (in 3dCombine)? am i doing something wrong. it says 146hours to convert/ save. why? why? why? how long did it take you???? is it becuase my video is 20 minutes long or what?

[RScullion]

@nrlrugby1 it's just very CPU intensive. If you try the zero arifacts mode in version 5.4 alpha it will run much faster.

[sebbe42000]

@RScullion are you gay?

[MegaSwebster]

if you want to see it in 3d with nvidia glasses , which 3d versoin do you use ???

[RScullion]

@MegaSwebster save it as cross eyed and use the nvidia software to view it.

[RScullion]

@lazydany1 it's just a checkbox on the 2D->3D page. Use the 5.4 alpha version if you're using this option though - the results are much better.

[RScullion]

@lazydany1 You could try the zero-artefacts mode which is quicker

[MatalicMaternia]

what program is that

[RScullion]

@MatalicMaternia 3DCombine

[MrAnjjum]

what is the key???

[toootisme]

I have this software Tridef that can easily convert 2d to 3d in just one click. But when putting on my home-made 3d glasses (red&blue cellophane), it is not working. What can you recommend? :) I need it for a project. Thank you!

[999ramzess]

Hello.Can i make realD 3d videos with this program?

[elyembty]

i get an error when using divx codecs could u help me please

[RScullion]

@elyembty Do you need to use DivX? xVid should work fine and is compatible.

[darshanucb]

can we convert any video/ movie to 3d?????????? , that will be a great move in my hobby if it does so , please reply !!!!!

[RScullion]

@darshanucb Yes, you can convert any movie but the quality will depend on how much effort you are willing to put in. The automatic mode works really well for some clips, but some will require you to create depthmaps for best results.

[TehPwner9001]

How do i convert it into 3D on the new one?

[Darkrai348]

lol my video i put was 4 minutes but it says it takes over hours XD

[RScullion]

@Darkrai348 try version 5.4 alpha in zero artifacts mode. It's much faster

[avfcrds]

it not on windows

[ShitbagsGroup]

is this software free?

[Kigermoments]

you should have shown us the video

[davidscloud]

we can also see the 3D with polarized glasses (that we usualy use in theaters - not that blue/magenta) ?

[RScullion]

@davidscloud If you get a Zalman 3D display then you can use the polarised glasses.

[TheMacHelper121]

@RScullion wuts that??/

and is this available on mac???

[dago0109]

@RScullion What kind of glasses do I need to use to watch the video after converting it the way you did?

[RScullion]

@dago0109 You can use which ever glasses you want, depending on what output format you choose. If you choose anaglyph then you can use the red/green glasses.

[rnb183]

in brazilian this turiurial american is very incredible

[RScullion]

That error message is usually associated with missing codecs. You need to find out what the video is compressed with and check you have that codec.

Alternatively, visit the tutorial on 'Preparing videos for use in 3DCombine'.

[DominikGRV1995]

when i open a vid there stands: Unable to build playback graph. Please check required playback filters are present.

What should i do?

[werwertuu]

thanks a lot

[Zork725]

thansk man thisis aweomse, i tere isanything coputer realted i can help u with just ask

[RScullion]

@giorbakis22 It's on the download page

[RScullion]

@giorbakis22 Try the new version 5.4 alpha - it's much faster, especially if you use the 'no artefacts' mode.

[fiishywiishy]

how is this free?

[RScullion]

Yes, just select magenta Green Anaglyph as the output

[thewaffleslair]

can it convert to green/magenta also?

[RScullion]

Just to note that there is a new program out called DepthGauge on the 3DCombine website. It is just for 2D->3D conversion but is much easier to use and much cheaper. It also seems to be faster.

[thomasmulhall]

update your video becuase theres a new version out

[TheFantasticHarry]

Thank you so much for the tutorial :)

[cheeswisz]

it works!

[kcinkcinkcinnick]

can't find Red Cyan ...  and when i'm converting after a second it sais that the begintime is after the endingtime :s

[kcinkcinkcinnick]

@kcinkcinkcinnick it says" The beginning time for the fragment falls after the end time of the fragment." pls help me

[faizurr92]

Thank You

[faizurr92]

Thank You

[marteen73]

Hi I am having some troubles with converting...It will convert my video that run 50 secons 4 hours?Can I make it shorter????

[RScullion]

Hi,

Just follow the tutorial, but select Red/Cyan anaglyph as your output format.

Richard

[charlesdon018]

is this RED / CYAN ? Anaglyph ? :)) hey ! :)

[vinvincent5000]

When I load a 2d Movie, the program gives me this message: Unable to build playback graph. Please check required playback filters are present. What do I have to do now?

[RScullion]

That message usually means you don't have the required codecs installed. The easiest thing to do is to follow my other tutorial on 'preparing videos for use in 3DCombine and other directshow enabled programs'.

[vinvincent5000]

@RScullion hey thanks!! that works really

[sygma707]

Keylogger Backdoor in the Runtime ????

[avikbanerjee007]

Thanks for the video tutorial..I have a question...I want to make a regional language Sci-Fi movie in India with 3D....Which software will I use to convert 2D to 3D??? How much difference will it make from 2D??? thanks in advance

[RScullion]

If you're trying to produce a professional product then you are better off generating it in 3D to start with. It's easy to do with CGI scenes by simply rendering a left and right eye view. You can also film with two cameras side by side.

If you are set on 2D->3D then you need to use the manual mode for best results.

[RScullion]

5.3 is the latest version.

[Gabriel2835gtr2]

what version of 3D Combine do you used? The Lastest? My version (4.0.5) is not working....

[dlcoates1]

what if you want to use real d 3d glasses and not anaglyph glasses? what mode would you use for that?

[RScullion]

If you have a Zalman 3D monitor you can use the real D glasses with that. 3DCombine has a specific output for the Zalman.

[brothersofrot]

Whenever I try to convert using DivX, Xvid, or any format for that matter it says something ridiculous like 700 hours remaining, am I doing something incorrectly?

[brothersofrot]

@brothersofrot oh yeah, additional info... Using a DivX file to begin with, followed your directions. This is a completely new PC, no shortage of RAM etc. Could it be that I'm using an unregistered version? Any ideas?

[RScullion]

You can also enable 'zero-artefacts' mode. This will be much faster.

[brothersofrot]

@RScullion Doesn't that make no anaglyph though?

[RScullion]

This was realtime. The resolution makes a big difference to the processing time.

[MarceloAvero]

About the conversion, is your PC so fast as in this video appears? or you accelerated the frame rate?

[TheDaniel500]

i have got this program but "open 2d video" button on mine what can i do

[boohooimsad]

the program costs $50 bucks

[Tusharchutani]

this takes hell alot of time...........

[shivajr18]

can u make a more updated video using the newer version of this program?

[sprayframe]

what the hell? you need 2 sets of camera footage to create 3D, how does this work?

[GrandDizzy]

This has to be a hoax, surely. You can't automatically turn 2D movies into 3D.

How could this program you're using know the shape or depth of the objects in the video?

Hollywood can't convert 2D movies into 3D without them looking fake in places. Even with millions of dolars, and each frame meticulously retouched,

[RScullion]

Obviously the result is never going to be up to the quality of a top Hollywood conversion, though you can get pretty close using the manual 2D->3D conversion.

The automatic function breaks the scene down into different objects and tries to judge their relative depth. It can be very effective, especially in scenes with plenty of motion.

[GrandDizzy]

Interesting. I wouldn't have thought it possible, especially not completely automated.

[Angus513]

@GrandDizzy Obviously the results won't be as good as true 3D films that were shot with 2 cameras but there is more and more software coming out that can create a pretty good 3D effect on videos, I even tried a trail of a video player called TriDef, google it if you like, it turns any video file into 3D in real time as it plays it

[MarceloAvero]

@GrandDizzy There's a bunch of software like this. They don't have good quality, but all of them are near to the Hollywood movies.

[skaterz500]

does this have real D 3d?

[EnhancedDimensions]

I've tried this on several videos but just can't see any 3D effect happening at all.

[RScullion]

What is the video you are trying to convert? If it doesn't have much motion in it then it won't work very well, you might be better off using the 2D->3D filters.

[EnhancedDimensions]

It's some old music videos - I'll keep experimenting. While I have you're attention I'm trying to convert 2 PAL video streams into one interlaced one but I keep getty strips across it. I am trying to convert my Channel 4 3D Week Showreel but not sure what I'm doing wrong.

[RScullion]

Are you doing any resizing. Interlaced videos usually have strips across them when they are resized after interlacing. Are you seeing the strips during playback? You will find that you either need to resize the images to screen size before playback or use a proper 3D player, such as the one built into 3DCombine which will resize then interlace.

[RScullion]

Are you doing any resizing after interlacing - this is usually the cause of strips across interlaced images? How are you displaying the converted video, if it's in a standard 2D player then it may be resizing it. Try using a proper 3D video player such as the one built into 3DCombine.

[EnhancedDimensions]

I've created a left PAL AVI and a right PAL AVI using the DV codec then combined them - I'm playing this back via my nVidia 3D Video Player. I can see on the file when playing back in 2D that there looks like missing interlaced lines - so it does look like something is wrong prior to 3d playback.

[RScullion]

It's not something funny with the DV codec is it. Do you get the same effect if you use uncompressed?

It might be better to save it as a side-by-side image.

[EnhancedDimensions]

I'll give it a shot - do you have any guidance on best source formats and codecs to use with 3D Combine?

[RScullion]

xVid is a good, free, codec. I would recommend use of cross-eyed side-by-side format wherever possible.

[cyberman644]

you need a screen refresh rate of 120 Hz

[jackkiej11]

how did you get that codec?

[peednama]

when the video is converted, and i play it back normally, i do see the 3d effect but its abit fuzzy in places. how do i get rid of this? or is my laptop or tv that needs chaging or is it do with graphic cards and stuff??

please help. thanks

[RScullion]

You can try enabling the 'zero artifacts mode' to remove fuzzy edges.

[RScullion]

Mattpop60, can you please watch the 'preparing videos for use with 3DCombine' tutorial?

[D4M0S]

where can i found the serial number or a keygenerator

[mattpop60]

every time i click on the video it always unable to open please help

[bienki]

I have the same problem. I cannot open any movie file. "unable to buid playpack graph"