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3D Scanning for Cruise

Professional video production services

LiDAR and 3D scanning for precise digital replicas. — tailored for cruise professionals.

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Our Process

Three steps to your perfect video

01

Pre-Production Planning

Location scouting, shot list creation, equipment selection, crew coordination, permits, and schedule optimization.

Technical details
Location recce with reference photos, equipment manifest, talent call sheets, and weather contingency plans.
02

On-Set Filming

Multi-camera capture with cinema-grade gear, professional lighting, wireless audio, and real-time monitoring.

Technical details
RED/ARRI/Sony cinema cameras, Angenieux zooms, Sennheiser wireless, Ronin 2 stabilization, LED panels.
03

Media Backup & Handover

Organized media backup to dual drives, shot log with timecodes, and secure delivery of all raw footage.

Technical details
Dual SSD backup on set, checksum verification, organized folder structure, shot log with scene/take metadata.

Good to know

Every project includes a dedicated project manager and clear milestones with approval checkpoints.

All final deliverables are yours — full ownership and usage rights included with every project.

Why Cruise Needs 3D Scanning

In the Cruise sector, professional video content has become essential for standing out in a competitive market. Whether you need promotional material, training content, or brand storytelling, 3D Scanning delivers measurable results that transform how cruise professionals communicate with their audience.

Specific Challenges for Cruise

Cruise line video production must sell a floating city — the challenge of conveying the scale and variety of a 300-meter ship with 15 restaurants, a Broadway theater, a water park, and 2,000 cabins in a 90-second film. The content strategy segments by audience: luxury cruise films (Ponant, Silversea) emphasize intimate exclusivity with 200 guests and port-intensive itineraries, while mass-market lines (MSC, Costa) focus on family entertainment and value for money. Cabin category videos are critical for upselling — showing the difference between an inside cabin and a balcony suite justifies the 2-3x price premium. Port-of-call destination content doubles as trip inspiration and itinerary justification. Production logistics are complex: filming onboard requires coordination with hotel directors, entertainment managers, and safety officers while the ship is in active service. Seasonal repositioning cruise promotions and inaugural voyage films are high-budget tentpole content (20,000-100,000 euros), while ongoing social media content budgets run 5,000-15,000 euros per month.

Video Challenges in Cruise

Inspiring Wanderlust from a Screen

Tourism is inherently experiential — the challenge is making someone feel the warmth of a destination through a screen. Destinations with professional video content see 67% more bookings than those relying on photos alone. Yet each destination competes with thousands of others for the same traveler's attention.

The tourism industry needs content that works across the entire booking journey: inspirational destination films for awareness, practical experience videos for consideration, and testimonial content for conversion. Seasonality adds urgency — content must be ready before peak booking windows.

Success Stories & Case Studies

Boutique Hotel Brand Film

A boutique hotel chain produced immersive 3-minute films for each property. Direct bookings increased 54%, reducing OTA commission costs by €320K annually. The videos were shared 45K times on social media.

Key Benefits for Cruise

Direct Bookings & Destination Appeal

Tourism video drives direct revenue: hotel videos increase direct bookings by 54%, reducing dependency on OTAs. Destination marketing videos generate 1,200% more shares than text and images combined. Experience preview videos reduce cancellation rates by 18% as travelers arrive with accurate expectations.

Our 3D Scanning Process

Production Process

1. Pre-Production: Location scouting, shot list creation, equipment planning, talent coordination, permits, and schedule optimization.

2. Setup & Lighting: Professional lighting design (3-point, natural, or cinematic), audio setup with redundant recording, and camera rigging.

3. Filming: Multi-camera capture with cinema-grade equipment, real-time monitoring, and direction to ensure every shot serves the narrative.

4. Wrap & Delivery: Organized media backup, shot log documentation, and secure delivery of all raw footage to post-production.

What Makes 3D Scanning Unique

3D scanning uses structured light or LiDAR sensors to capture precise geometric data of objects, rooms, and facades — producing point clouds and meshes with millimeter accuracy. We operate Artec Eva and Leo handheld scanners for objects and Matterport Pro3 for interior spaces. Unlike photogrammetry (which excels at texture), 3D scanning prioritizes dimensional accuracy and is preferred for industrial measurement, heritage preservation, and VFX reference modeling. A product scan takes 2-4 hours on-site; a full building interior takes a full day. We deliver cleaned, watertight meshes in STL, OBJ, and E57 formats with a technical accuracy report.

What You Receive

You receive: all raw footage on SSD/cloud, shot log with timecodes, audio files (WAV 24-bit), BTS photos, and production report.

Technical Specifications

Cameras: RED Komodo/V-Raptor, ARRI Alexa Mini, Sony FX6/FX9 | Lenses: Cinema primes, Angenieux zooms | Audio: Sennheiser/Lectrosonics wireless, boom | Grip: Dana Dolly, Ronin 2, Easyrig

Getting Started with 3D Scanning for Cruise

Ready to elevate your Cruise brand with professional 3d scanning? Our team combines deep industry expertise with advanced production techniques to deliver content that drives real results. Contact us for a free consultation and custom quote — no commitment required.

Ready to bring your vision to life?

Let's discuss your 3d scanning needs for cruise. Free consultation and custom quote — no commitment required.

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