XYN Spatial Capture: Opens Frontiers in Photography

Event ID: PP1163029
Mon, Mar 16, 2026 | 7:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Venue: Palm Park AB (Fairmont)
Summary

This panel features photographers Jeff Berlin and Eric Liebman discussing how Sony’s XYN spatial capture solution is driving a new creative mindset in photography. As spatial computing, XR, and virtual production evolve, photography is shifting toward capturing and building accurate, flexible 3D environments. The speakers share firsthand insights on how accessible spatial tools are accelerating 3D workflows and redefining photography’s role in future visual storytelling across fashion, film, commercial, and experiential media.
Format: Panel
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Presented By: Sony Group Corporation
Contributors

Yusuke “Kenny” Nakamura
Jenn Sugarman
Jeff Berlin
Eric Liebman
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