# Object-Scanning Software The '3Digify' 3D Scanner System Turns Cameras into Scanners By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2016-03-14 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/scanner-system References: [geeky-gadgets](http://www.geeky-gadgets.com/3digify-helps-you-build-a-professional-3d-scanner-14-03-2016/) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/3digify/3digify-build-your-own-professional-3d-scanner) A [3D scanner system](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spatial-3d-scanners) traditionally requires proprietary cameras to scan objects, but the '3Digify' is intended to help change this. Currently funding on [Kickstarter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/revopoint-trackit), the '3Digify' system works by allowing makers to scan objects using their existing camera equipment. This downplays the needs of having a camera and/or a projector for scanning objects for digital manipulation and/or [3D printing](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/color-3d-printers). The '3Digify' scanner system, if successfully funded, will feature a bevy of functionalities that will be available for free to users. The ability to obtain a CAD file format for a scanned object, for instance, would be cost-free. '3Digify' would also be partially open-source to allow makers to fine-tune their capabilities with the software. A small monthly fee would allow access to other functionalities. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.3/10 - Popularity: 16% | Activity: 14% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Computers](https://www.trendhunter.com/computers) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Camera-based Scanners:** The rise of camera-based scanners challenges traditional 3D scanner systems and opens up new opportunities for makers. - **Open-source CAD Software:** The partially open-source nature of the 3Digify scanner system allows for customization and development of new CAD functionalities. - **Affordable 3D Scanning:** The low-cost and accessibility of the 3Digify scanner system democratizes 3D scanning technology for makers and hobbyists. ### Sectors Adopting This - **3D Printing:** The 3Digify scanner system presents an opportunity for disruptive innovation in the 3D printing industry, allowing for faster and more accurate scans and designs. - **Manufacturing:** The emergence of affordable camera-based scanning technology presents opportunities for disruptive innovation in the manufacturing industry, from quality control to product design. - **Artificial Intelligence:** Integrating AI technology with camera-based scanners could lead to disruptive innovation in a wide range of industries, from healthcare to entertainment. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Optical Tracking 3D Scanners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/revopoint-trackit.md) - [Full Color 3D Scanners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ascand-laser-scanner.md) - [Affordable 3D Scanners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/affordable-3d-scanners.md) - [3D-Scanning Block Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ascand-for-lego-3d-scanner.md) - [Display-Equipped 3D Scanners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/revopoint-miraco.md) - [Hybrid Light 3D Scanners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shining-3d.md) - [Mobile 3D Scanning Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/realityscan.md) - [Pocket-Sized 3D Scanners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inspire-3d-scanner.md) - [Revamped Affordable 3D Scanners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/revopoint-mini-3d.md)