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Synfig

A free and open-source 2D animation tool designed for creating high-quality animations using vector and bitmap artwork, eliminating manual frame-by-frame drawing

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Vector Tweening
Automatically calculates in-between frames for smooth transitions
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Bone System
Allows for cutout animation using bitmap images or vector artwork
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Spatial Resolution Independence
Vector-based elements prevent pixelation when changing resolution, allowing for seamless scaling and resizing of animations
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Temporal Resolution Independence
Automatically interpolates keyframes for smooth motion
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HDRI Support
Enables more realistic lighting and rendering, producing visually stunning results
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Path-Based Gradients
Supports gradients that follow drawn shapes for easy shading
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Sound Layer
Syncs animation with soundtrack, adding crucial timing and emotional impact
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Layers and Filters
Provides over 50 layers for creating complex artwork and animation
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Mathematical Expressions
Allows linking parameters through mathematical expressions
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Scripting Support
Enables automation of tasks and the creation of custom tools and plugins through scripting languages
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Color Management
Provides tools for color correction and management, ensuring consistent color appearance across different displays and output devices
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Lack of Lipsync Tool
Lacks a built-in lipsync tool, which can be frustrating for users who need this feature
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Poor SVG Import
The SVG import feature is not very reliable, often resulting in distorted colors and shapes
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Performance Issues
Can be heavy on system resources and may require a strong computer to run smoothly
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Limited Documentation
There isn’t a lot of information available about the tool, making it harder for users to find help and tutorials
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Frequent Crashes
The software can crash during certain operations, making it necessary to save work frequently

Platform

Desktop

Social

System Requirements

#Minimum
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  • Microsoft Windows 7 or above
  • OS X 10.8 or above
  • Linux distro released in 2012 or later
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Dual-Core CPU at 2 Ghz
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2GB RAM

Ratings

4.06
5

Capterra
4.1
5
based on 10 reviews
CNET
3.5
5
based on 15 reviews
Softonic
3.7
5
based on 341 reviews
SourceForge
4.6
5
based on 39 reviews
Synfig
4.4
5
based on 2932 reviews

Developer

Written in

C++, JavaScript, C, Python, Shell, CMake

Initial Release

1 November 2005

Repository

License

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