
3D visualization vs. product photography: which is the better investment for your business?
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Should you have your products photographed or rendered? We compare the cost, flexibility, and quality of CGI versus traditional photography.

Imagine the following scenario: you’re launching a new furniture collection. You rent a photo studio, hire a photographer, have the prototypes shipped in, and hope for good lighting. And then, after the shoot, you realise: the fabric of the sofa has changed last minute.
The result?
The entire shoot needs to be repeated. Costs skyrocket.
This is exactly where CGI (Computer Generated Imagery) comes in. In modern advertising, more images are now created digitally than photographed — often without you even noticing.
The advantages of 3D visualization
1. The “digital twin”
Once we rebuild your product in 3D, it exists as a digital twin. We can place it in a forest, a loft, or on the moon within seconds. Change the colour? One click. Change the perspective? One click.
2. Perfection without retouching
In the 3D world, there’s no dust, no scratches, and no bad lighting (unless we want it). We have complete control over every reflection. This creates the clean, high-end product aesthetic perfected by brands like Apple.
3. Making the invisible visible
How does your machine work on the inside? A photo can’t see through metal. A 3D animation (exploded view) can elegantly open the housing and explain the mechanics.
Is 3D more expensive than photography?
At first glance, building a 3D model may seem more time-consuming than taking a single photo. But long-term, the numbers work out: once the asset exists, every additional image costs only a fraction of a new photoshoot. And the same 3D data can later be used for augmented reality (AR) on your website.
Conclusion
Traditional photography has its charm when capturing people and emotions. But when it comes to products, technical precision, and marketing flexibility, 3D visualization is the more economical and more powerful choice.
Would you like to know how we can bring your product to life digitally?
Get in touch with Spinosi Media for a non-binding consultation.

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3D visualization vs. product photography: which is the better investment for your business?
Geschrieben von
Founder
Should you have your products photographed or rendered? We compare the cost, flexibility, and quality of CGI versus traditional photography.

Imagine the following scenario: you’re launching a new furniture collection. You rent a photo studio, hire a photographer, have the prototypes shipped in, and hope for good lighting. And then, after the shoot, you realise: the fabric of the sofa has changed last minute.
The result?
The entire shoot needs to be repeated. Costs skyrocket.
This is exactly where CGI (Computer Generated Imagery) comes in. In modern advertising, more images are now created digitally than photographed — often without you even noticing.
The advantages of 3D visualization
1. The “digital twin”
Once we rebuild your product in 3D, it exists as a digital twin. We can place it in a forest, a loft, or on the moon within seconds. Change the colour? One click. Change the perspective? One click.
2. Perfection without retouching
In the 3D world, there’s no dust, no scratches, and no bad lighting (unless we want it). We have complete control over every reflection. This creates the clean, high-end product aesthetic perfected by brands like Apple.
3. Making the invisible visible
How does your machine work on the inside? A photo can’t see through metal. A 3D animation (exploded view) can elegantly open the housing and explain the mechanics.
Is 3D more expensive than photography?
At first glance, building a 3D model may seem more time-consuming than taking a single photo. But long-term, the numbers work out: once the asset exists, every additional image costs only a fraction of a new photoshoot. And the same 3D data can later be used for augmented reality (AR) on your website.
Conclusion
Traditional photography has its charm when capturing people and emotions. But when it comes to products, technical precision, and marketing flexibility, 3D visualization is the more economical and more powerful choice.
Would you like to know how we can bring your product to life digitally?
Get in touch with Spinosi Media for a non-binding consultation.

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3D visualization vs. product photography: which is the better investment for your business?
Geschrieben von
Founder
Should you have your products photographed or rendered? We compare the cost, flexibility, and quality of CGI versus traditional photography.

Imagine the following scenario: you’re launching a new furniture collection. You rent a photo studio, hire a photographer, have the prototypes shipped in, and hope for good lighting. And then, after the shoot, you realise: the fabric of the sofa has changed last minute.
The result?
The entire shoot needs to be repeated. Costs skyrocket.
This is exactly where CGI (Computer Generated Imagery) comes in. In modern advertising, more images are now created digitally than photographed — often without you even noticing.
The advantages of 3D visualization
1. The “digital twin”
Once we rebuild your product in 3D, it exists as a digital twin. We can place it in a forest, a loft, or on the moon within seconds. Change the colour? One click. Change the perspective? One click.
2. Perfection without retouching
In the 3D world, there’s no dust, no scratches, and no bad lighting (unless we want it). We have complete control over every reflection. This creates the clean, high-end product aesthetic perfected by brands like Apple.
3. Making the invisible visible
How does your machine work on the inside? A photo can’t see through metal. A 3D animation (exploded view) can elegantly open the housing and explain the mechanics.
Is 3D more expensive than photography?
At first glance, building a 3D model may seem more time-consuming than taking a single photo. But long-term, the numbers work out: once the asset exists, every additional image costs only a fraction of a new photoshoot. And the same 3D data can later be used for augmented reality (AR) on your website.
Conclusion
Traditional photography has its charm when capturing people and emotions. But when it comes to products, technical precision, and marketing flexibility, 3D visualization is the more economical and more powerful choice.
Would you like to know how we can bring your product to life digitally?
Get in touch with Spinosi Media for a non-binding consultation.

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