Biggest VFX Plugin Release in Continuum's History Unveiled
Boris FX Continuum 2021 Unveils New Features and Enhancements
Boris FX has announced the release of Continuum 2021, a major update to its post-production industry-leading plugin collection. This update brings several new features and enhancements, particularly to the Cinematographer's Toolkit and Particle Illusion, along with other general improvements.
Cinematographer's Toolkit Gets a Boost
The Cinematographer's Toolkit, designed to aid color grading and film looks, has seen new tools that provide enhanced creative control for colorists and editors. These additions make it easier to achieve cinematic color styles.
Particle Illusion Gets an Overhaul
Particle Illusion, on the other hand, has received significant updates. The particle emitter technology has been improved, and the user interface has been enhanced. New magnetic field controls have been added, and the presets library has been expanded. These changes allow for more complex and realistic particle effects with a smoother workflow.
Integration and Usability Improvements
Continuum 2021 also offers improved integration with other software such as Cinema 4D (C4D) and updated Mocha Pro and Sapphire compatibility. These enhancements provide artists with more seamless compositing and motion tracking options.
New Features and Enhancements
Other new features include Procedural Noise Generators and a new Texture Composite Shader in Title Studio, new creative options like film stocks, color grades based on iconic films, optical filter simulations, lens flares, a digital gobo library, light rays and glows, and a new FX Editor.
Continuum 2021 also offers 80 new cinematic plugin effects and over 1000 professionally-designed drag and drop presets. Notable additions include a new Edge Cleaner effect in Primatte Studio's award-winning chroma key technology, and Particle Illusion now offers 3D particles with one simple click.
Pricing and Availability
Continuum 2021 is available as a permanent license, annual or monthly subscription, and upgrade from previous versions. Pricing varies depending on the host application. For Adobe, upgrades start at $295, annual subscription is $295, monthly subscription is $37, and permanent license is $995. For Avid, upgrades start at $495, annual subscription is $495, monthly subscription is $62, and permanent license is $1695. For OFX hosts, upgrades start at $195, annual subscription is $195, monthly subscription is $25, and permanent license is $695.
For more precise and exhaustive feature details, checking the official Boris FX website or release notes from 2021 would offer the most complete information.
Video Demonstrations
There are videos showcasing the new features of Continuum 2021 and a video dedicated to the new features of Particle Illusion in Continuum 2021. Additionally, downloadable imagery assets are available for Boris FX Continuum 2021.
Media Contact
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With these updates, Boris FX Continuum 2021 continues to be a powerful tool for post-production professionals, offering a wide range of creative possibilities and improved workflow.
Technology advancements are evident in the improved particle emitter technology and enhanced user interface of Particle Illusion.
Creative control for colorists and editors is enhanced with the addition of new tools in the Cinematographer's Toolkit, showcasing the integration of technology in the realm of cinematography.
