Maxon ZBrush
The industry standard for digital sculpting and painting.
Overview
ZBrush is a digital sculpting tool that combines 3D/2.5D modeling, texturing and painting. It uses a proprietary 'pixol' technology which stores lighting, color, material, orientation, and depth information for the points making up all objects on the screen. The main difference between ZBrush and more traditional modeling packages is that it is more akin to traditional sculpting.
✨ Key Features
- Digital sculpting with customizable brushes
- Polypaint for texture painting
- Dynamesh for digital clay
- ZRemesher for automatic retopology
- Fibermesh for creating hair and fur
- Hard surface modeling tools
- Integration with other 3D applications
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Intuitive and powerful sculpting workflow
- Ability to handle extremely high-polygon models
- Extensive and customizable brush system
Unique Value: ZBrush's unique sculpting workflow and ability to handle massive amounts of detail make it an essential tool for creating complex organic models.
🎯 Use Cases (5)
✅ Best For
- Sculpting detailed characters for feature films and video games
- Creating intricate models for 3D printing
- Designing concept art for entertainment projects
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Animation and rigging
- Architectural modeling
🏆 Alternatives
While other applications offer sculpting features, ZBrush's dedicated toolset and performance are unmatched for high-resolution sculpting.
💻 Platforms
✅ Offline Mode Available
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Phone Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Enterprise tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
✓ 14-day free trial
Free tier: N/A
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