What is PixelConduit?
PixelConduit is a professional realtime video and graphics compositing tool designed for high-performance visual effects processing. It features a node-based Conduit Effect System that enables users to combine dozens of full-quality effects like keyers, blurs, and tone curves while maintaining realtime rendering even at HD/2K+ resolutions. The tool operates in 128-bit RGBA floating-point color throughout the rendering pipeline, eliminating color artifacts such as clipping or banding.
With over 90 different image processing operations supporting High Dynamic Range imaging, PixelConduit is suitable for live effects, dynamic video installations, and post-production work. It includes advanced features like blue/green screen keying, color correction tools, and extensive file format support including raw YUV, Cineon/DPX, and OpenEXR. The tool also integrates as plugins into popular applications like Final Cut Pro and After Effects, allowing users to build effects once and reuse them across different platforms.
Features
- Conduit Effect System: Node-based interface for combining dozens of full-quality effects in realtime
- High Dynamic Range Imaging: 128-bit RGBA floating-point color processing throughout the rendering pipeline
- Advanced Keying Tools: Color Difference, Color Range, 3D Key, Unspill & Despill for blue/green screen compositing
- Extensive File Format Support: Raw YUV, Cineon/DPX, OpenEXR, and image sequences
- Plugin Integration: Works as plugins in Final Cut Pro, Motion, After Effects, Photoshop, and Aperture
Use Cases
- Live video effects processing for events and performances
- Post-production compositing and color correction for film and video
- Dynamic video installations with realtime control
- Green screen keying and visual effects creation
- Batch processing and workflow automation for video production
FAQs
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What video resolutions does PixelConduit support?
PixelConduit supports HD/2K+ resolutions with no limitations on resolution or frame rate, allowing mixing of NTSC, PAL, HD and other sources. -
Can PixelConduit be used with other video editing software?
Yes, PixelConduit integrates as free plugins for Final Cut Pro, Motion, After Effects, Photoshop, and Aperture, allowing effects to be designed once and deployed across multiple applications. -
What types of animation can be created with PixelConduit?
PixelConduit offers keyframe animation with a visual Curve Editor, procedural animation using JavaScript, and cue-based animation with Stage Tools for live triggering. -
Does PixelConduit support live video capture?
Yes, PixelConduit can capture live video from multiple sources simultaneously, including consumer and professional equipment, with special interfaces for BlackMagic Design hardware. -
What is included in PixelConduit Complete?
PixelConduit Complete includes Capture Tools for live video recording, Stage Tools for creating cues and events, Render Automation for batch processing, Stereo 3D Tools for 3D footage, and Video Link for live video interface with other apps.
