Version 2 of Nvidia’s Gelato software rendering system will support Sorbetto, an optional relighting technology that dramatically speeds up the process of lighting scenes. After lights are moved or changed in color or intensity, the re-rendering process has been sped up by "an order of magnitude or more," Nvidia claims. Sorbetto is also supported by Gelato plug-ins, including Nvidia’s Mango for Maya 6 and Frantic Film’s Amaretto for 3ds max. Nvidia has also introduced a dramatic price cut for its basic Gelato/Mango bundle.
Price: $1500; $3700 with Sorbetto.
Site: www.nvidia.com
Key Features:
  • Supports Sorbetto
  • Volumetric 45 shadows
  • Amaretto plug-in for 3ds max