WorldTekhno.com: For movie lovers, you must have heard of IMAX. IMAX offers a more immersive movie watching experience compared to regular cinemas. However, only certain films that have a special format and are IMAX certified can be shown in this cinema.
This cinema format does have slightly superior technology than regular cinemas. Because of its advantages, IMAX cinemas also have relatively more expensive rates. So what exactly is IMAX and how is it different from regular cinemas? To find out more, see the explanation below:
- Originating from a Canadian Company
IMAX (Image Maximum) is a 70mm film format created by a Canadian company, IMAX Corporation. This company not only creates film formats, but also includes film projector companies, cinema configurations, and high-resolution camera technology.
As of September 2017, IMAX cinemas now have 1,302 cinemas spread across 75 countries. Viewers can enjoy films in IMAX Digital 2K format or in its newest format, namely IMAX with Laser.
- Wider Screen than Regular Cinemas
IMAX cinemas have screens up to 6 times larger than regular cinemas. The screen is made with a size of 20 x 11 meters with a circular shape, ensuring that the audience really feels like they are in the film.
- Crystal Clear Image Quality
One of the differences between IMAX and regular cinemas is the clearer image quality. IMAX with Laser technology has several advantages that are more sophisticated than previous technologies.
Even though the screen is wide, the images displayed remain high resolution thanks to laser technology. In addition, the audience can also enjoy films with higher image contrast, brighter, and colors that are close to the actual colors.
- Thunderous Sound
In addition to the wide screen and good image quality, IMAX cinemas also have a sound system that is more sophisticated than regular cinemas. The sound system in this IMAX cinema has a power of 12,000 watts and is equipped with DSL-4D sub bass speakers.
The sound produced is clearer, free from distortion, and booms throughout the cinema. Even if you sit on the edge of the cinema, the sound from the film will be heard as clearly as the audience sitting in the middle.
- The Largest IMAX Auditorium in the World
The cinema with the largest IMAX auditorium in the world is the IMAX Traumpalast Multiplex in Leonberg, Germany. With a screen measuring 21 x 38 meters, the size of this cinema screen is wider than a Boeing 737 aircraft.
This cinema auditorium can accommodate as many as 574 spectators. In addition to its magnificent screen, IMAX uses laser technology with a 12-channel sound system that provides greater range and precision for the best viewing experience.
Those are some interesting facts about IMAX and how it differs from ordinary cinemas. Equipped with sophisticated technology, you don’t need to worry about running out of the best seats because the sound and screen of this cinema are evenly distributed throughout the auditorium.***
