Oxford Metrics' Vicon subsidiary inks contract with Dimension Studios

Software firm Oxford Metrics said on Tuesday that its Vicon subsidiary has secured a new contract with Dimension Studios, a volumetric content and virtual production outfit.

Under the contract, Oxford Metrics will equip Dimension Studio with 56 of Vicon's Vantage cameras and its Shōgun software, enabling the client's production to turn creative visions into reality by offering virtual production capabilities.

The AIM-listed firm added that Vicon's tracking of both rigid and full-body subjects will then be used alongside Dimension Studio's volumetric and real-time development capabilities by visual effects company DNEG for several "high-profile virtual production projects".

Chief executive Nick Bolton said: "The demand for virtual production continues to build momentum, accelerated by the pandemic. By merging the physical and virtual worlds, virtual production enables directors and actors to see near-final quality shots on set and in real-time.

"This win will combine the latest in VFX motion capture and real-time volumetric content development, allowing Vicon and Dimension Studios to transform filmmaking and virtual entertainment. Filmmakers and animators can now produce content that's efficient, authentic and visually stunning. Virtual production truly is the future of film and television."

Financial terms of the agreement were not disclosed.

As of 1010 BST, Oxford Metrics shares were up 0.85% at 120.51p.