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3-D TECHNOLOGY UPDATE
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In the June 28, 2011 Issue:

Science lacking in evolution of 3-D production
Hollywood is getting nervous as audiences grow weary of new 3-D films
All England Lawn Tennis Club serves up Wimbledon in 3-D
Slowing 3-D sales don't deter television manufacturers
SMPTE launches YouTube channel on 3-D issues
Angenieux lenses capture royal wedding in 3-D

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Science lacking in evolution of 3-D production

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Hollywood is getting nervous as audiences grow weary of new 3-D films

Judging by the financial performance of 3-D movies over the past few months, studio executives are running scared.

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 3-D Showcase
All England Lawn Tennis Club serves up Wimbledon in 3-D

Crews are using five 3-D camera rigs from Element Technica with Sony HD cameras.

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Meduza Camera set to shoot NASA’s final Shuttle launch

Crews from NASA will use the Meduza camera to shoot the launch in 4K 3-D and high-speed (120fps) 2K.

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 Stereoscopic Innovations
Slowing 3-D sales don't deter television manufacturers

Sony, Panasonic and Samsung have all introduced new high-end 3-D viewing technology for the home.

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SMPTE launches YouTube channel on 3-D issues

The SMPTE channel features video clips with SMPTE president Pete Ludé discussing key topics.

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Angenieux lenses capture royal wedding in 3-D

Angenieux Optimo DP zooms recorded the event in 3-D for broadcast on BSkyB in the days that followed.

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WealthTV adds more Panasonic 3-D camcorders to its arsenal

Over the last 18 months, WealthTV has dispatched 3-D crews to the most desirable destinations around the world.

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Dolby unveils low-cost 3-D kids’ glasses for movie theaters

The eco-friendly glasses are compatible with Dolby 3-D systems currently installed across the United States.

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