Archive republication: This article was originally published on 3 November 2020. It has been translated into English and lightly updated for clarity while preserving the original reporting and context.
Salient Keyer
Autodesk Flame 2021.2 substantially expands its machine-learning-assisted keying tools. Whereas the previous version focused on skies, human body parts and facial regions, the Salient Keyer can identify a wider range of objects. Artists draw a selection box, Flame identifies prominent objects and generates a matte that can then be refined, including edge treatment and transparency.
Bounding Boxes and Interface Layouts
Animated bounding boxes help isolate moving objects in footage. The release also introduces switchable single- and dual-panel interface layouts, replacing the previous left- and right-expanded panel options.
Performance and Export
Autodesk reports faster navigation through timelines, especially complex sequences. Flame 2021.2 can export 8- or 16-bit PNG files and supports Sony XAVC Intra and Long GOP codecs in QuickTime containers.
Further Information
See the Autodesk Flame 2021.2 release documentation.
Machine Learning — Generating Mattes with Salient
Machine Learning — Serialization, Caching and Archiving
Adding Nodes with Search
Interface Update — Single vs Dual View
