- Quick specs
- Price: Free
- Operating system: Windows 2000/XP/Vista
- Date added: March 03, 2008
- Total Downloads: 927,693
- Downloads last week: 11,853
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A newer version of DAZ Studio is available.
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- CNET editors' rating: stars
- Average user rating: stars out of 257 votes
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CNET editors' review
Reviewed by: CNET Staff
From the makers of the popular scene rendering program Bryce comes DAZ Studio, a powerful freeware 3D modeling and CAD program that looks great, but is a resource hog and can be sluggish for the average user.
The publisher recommends at least 256MB of RAM, but we found that to be wishful thinking. The program runs choppily on anything less than 1GB, although some of the more complex rendering was processed more slowly than others. It also requires an OpenGL compatible graphics card with at least 128MB of RAM onboard, so machines built before 2003 will certainly struggle. This isn't unusual for this kind of program, though.
DAZ offers up a wide array of built-in models and tools and for creating, animating, and recording life-like scenes. Users can purchase additional models through the publisher's Web site. Free tutorials on the site take a bit of the edge off the learning curve, although it's still steep. The feature set is nothing short of incredible: You can take a model, manipulate it, add detail and texture, have it interact with other models, and manage your art files. The tool panels on the left and right navigation bars can be hidden, to maximize screen space, and all the tools have mouse-over labels to help newbies learn what's what. There are also components for easy export to other programs like Photoshop.
According to the publisher, the program is compatible with Windows Vista, however, we were unable to install it on our Enterprise edition. Also, all users must register on the publisher's Web site to get the free serial number for the program.
Publisher's description
From DAZ 3D :DAZ Studio is a feature rich 3D figure posing and animation tool that enables users of any skill level to easily create stunning digital imagery. Whether youre a 3D newbie or an avid 3D artist, you'll find DAZ Studio is the perfect tool for designing unique digital art and animation with virtual people, animals, props, vehicles, backgrounds and more. Experience total creative freedom with DAZ Studio and express yourself in 3D like never before.
Version 2 includes several new features including support for models with multiple UV maps, multiple Levels of Detail, and Sub-Division Surfaces.
What's new in this version:
Version 2 includes several new features including support for models with multiple UV maps, multiple Levels of Detail, and Sub-Division Surfaces.
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User reviews of DAZ Studio 2
- Average user rating: 3.7 stars out of 257 votes
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Version: DAZ Studio 2
Pros: everything
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Version: DAZ Studio 2
"Better than the overpriced other posing programs"
Pros: Great easy to learn software, vast model support, integrated with other applications. And it's FREE!!
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Version: DAZ Studio 2
Pros: I like how it's free, it now has responsive controls and pin controls are an added bonus and allows you to see more of your model. The things you get for free is good to start you out on.
Cons: Have to buy to get really good models. Will sometimes crash but not nearly as often as before. Still a slight resource hog
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Version: DAZ Studio 2
Pros: Easy To Use
Fast to render
just great to use
Cons: Theres a downside?
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Version: DAZ Studio 2
"Requires too much. Crash, Crash, Crash."
Pros: Great idea. Using Poser figures without Poser.
Like the cartoon renders.
Cons: Check at DAZ's site for the system requirements.
128 MB of video memory. OUCH!!!
Sorry my poor older machines do have that.
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