HOME
WHAT IS IMAX
TICKETS, SHOWTIMES & DIRECTIONS
COMING SOON
EDUCATION
GROUPS
JOIN WEEKLY SHOWTIME E-MAIL

 

IMAX
IMAX technology is the most immersive and powerful film technology in the world. This is how it works...


IMAX CAMERAS AND FILM
IMAX cameras are specifically designed to shoot 15 perforation, 70 mm film (15/70) - the world's largest film format. Weighing between 42 and 100 pounds, these cameras are extremely versatile and can be used in virtually any environment. They have been to space, explored the ocean floor, climbed Mt. Everest and traveled the globe.

IMAX PROJECTORS AND FILM
IMAX projectors are the most powerful in the world. The key lies in the Rolling Loop technology which advances the film in a wave-like motion at 24 frames per second. During projection, each frame is positioned on fixed registration pins and a vacuum holds the film flat against the rear lens element. When combined with IMAX 15/70 film they project images of immense size, sharpness and clarity.

IMAX SCREENS AND SOUND
To complete the effect of the IMAX digital surround sound system, the huge IMAX flat screens and dome screens are perforated with thousands of tiny holes to allow the crystal clear sound to flow through freely.

Skip Navigation Links
What is IMAX?
Technology of IMAX
How IMAX Works

Privacy & Security | Contact Us | Kerasotes Theatres | Join Weekly Showtime E-Mail | IMAX ©2007 IMAX Corporation.
All rights reserved. Use of this website signifies your agreement to the Terms of Use.