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Market Research Report: Lightmap Ltd.



Company Overview



  • Name: Lightmap Ltd.

  • Mission: To provide the most advanced tool on the market for live HDRI map authoring and editing, aiding 3D artists in creating sophisticated and high-quality lighting.

  • Founded: 2009

  • Founders: Mark Segasby and Simon C. Smith

  • Key People:

  • Mark Segasby: Co-Founder, background in 3D design and visualization.

  • Simon C. Smith: Co-Founder, background in software development.

  • Headquarters: The Coach House, Hexgreave Hall, Upper Hexgreave, Newark, Nottinghamshire, NG22 8LS, United Kingdom.

  • Number of Employees: No information is available.

  • Revenue: No information is available.

  • Known For: HDR Light Studio, a leading software for 3D lighting and HDRI map creation used by artists across multiple industries including automotive and product manufacturing.


Products



HDR Light Studio


  • Overview: HDR Light Studio is a comprehensive lighting software that enhances 3D rendering with powerful lighting tools and HDR content.

  • Key Features:

  • LightPaint® System: Allows precise placement and modification of lights directly in the 3D render.

  • Live Link Plug-ins: Connects seamlessly with major 3D software like 3ds Max, Blender, Cinema 4D, Maya, and VRED, allowing direct interaction within the 3D environment.

  • Scrim Lights: Mimics real-world lighting techniques used in photography studios.

  • Reflection Filter: Adds symmetrical lighting effects for creative and product photography rendering.

  • Audition Mode: Enables users to preview lighting presets instantaneously.

  • Area Lights and HDR Textured Area Lights: Provides detailed lighting controls matching scene requirements.

  • Blender Add-on Workflow: Enhanced integration with Blender, improving user interface and interaction.


Recent Developments



  • Product Updates:

  • HDR Light Studio 8.2.3: Now supports additional software including Cinema 4D 2025 and Octane Render Standalone 2024.1.

  • Blender Viewport Streaming: Added in HDR Light Studio 8.2.2. This allows Blender's live renders to stream directly into HDR Light Studio, enhancing tool interaction.

  • Reflection Filter: Introduced in HDR Light Studio 8.2, allows creating symmetrical lighting designs around an axis.

  • Auditioning Presets: Speeds up lighting exploration by allowing users to interactively preview various lighting setups.

  • Partnerships & Collaborations:

  • HDR Light Studio's integration with major 3D software and renderers is continuously updated, ensuring compatibility with the latest versions and supporting new releases like Unreal Engine 5 and Houdini 20.

  • Licensing and Compatibility:

  • Resolved licensing issues on macOS Sequoia and added support for new operating systems and renderer versions.

  • Industry Recognition:

  • Positive reviews in 3D World and extensive educational content to support users.


Conclusion


Lightmap Ltd. continues to innovate and expand its HDR Light Studio features, enhancing the workflow for 3D artists. By maintaining strong integrations with key software in the 3D industry and introducing intuitive user tools, the company positions itself as a leader in HDRI map creation and 3D lighting solutions.