The future of video isn't just about higher resolution or better compression. It's about dimensionality.
When you watch a food video on social media, you're locked into the creator's chosen perspective. But what if that 15-second clip could be transformed into a fully explorable 3D model?
Apps like Mukbang 3D are already turning short video recordings into interactive 3D models that viewers can spin, zoom, and examine from every possible angle.
3D reconstruction from video works through photogrammetry and neural reconstruction. As you record a video panning around an object, algorithms analyze the motion, identify key features, and reconstruct the three-dimensional shape and texture.
Food content is the perfect testing ground for this 3D revolution. Food has inherent three-dimensional appeal—the layers of a burger, the texture of a steak, the glisten of fresh sushi.
Food creators are discovering that 3D models generate significantly more engagement than static photos. Viewers spend more time interacting, more time appreciating the craft, and they're more likely to share something they can play with.
All you need is a phone-recorded video.
The best way to understand this shift is to experience it. Record a short video of your next meal. Process it into a 3D model. Share it with friends. See how they interact with it differently than they would with a photo.