Technology
Large Format Film
IMAX Cameras
IMAX Screens
IMAX Projectors
IMAX Sound
IMAX DMR
How IMAX Works
IMAX 3D |
IMAX
IMAX technology is the most immersive and powerful film technology in the
world. This is how it works...
IMAX CAMERAS AND FILM
IMAX cameras are specifically designed to shoot 15 perforation, 70 mm film
(15/70) - the world's largest film format. Weighing between 42 and 100
pounds, these cameras are extremely versatile and can be used in virtually
any environment. They have been to space, explored the ocean floor, climbed
Mt. Everest and traveled the globe.
IMAX PROJECTORS AND FILM
IMAX projectors are the most powerful in the world. The key lies in the
Rolling Loop technology which advances the film in a wave-like motion at 24
frames per second. During projection, each frame is positioned on fixed
registration pins and a vacuum holds the film flat against the rear lens
element. When combined with IMAX 15/70 film they project images of immense
size, sharpness and clarity.
IMAX SCREENS AND SOUND
To complete the effect of the IMAX digital surround sound system, the huge
IMAX flat screens and dome screens are perforated with thousands of tiny
holes to allow the crystal clear sound to flow through freely. |
