The evolution of stereoscopic 3D continued in 2009 from its niche market of feature animation and special venues toward a more generalist media form, including live action productions and more diversified distribution channels. It now seems safe to state publicly that 3D is here to stay, and it is the next big step in motion picture technology. Technological progress was demonstrated at every level, from high-end camera rigs to consumer displays, and the audience has continued to show a strong interest in 3D content. The debate has shifted from 3D cinema toward 3D alternative content in theaters and 3DTV at home.
This article will first comment on the events in 2009 that paved the way for that journey, and then forecast the engineering tasks that lie ahead.
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