Used for creating 3D objects and animations, it is very intuitive and easy to use, even for beginners. The only real downside we have found to RayDream is that it will occasionally crash while rendering 3D text. Animation Shop is a very easy to use tool for creating smooth and exciting animated GIF images for web use. Editing tools make it easy to create animated text for banners and several cool effects presets create professional-looking results easily. The Wizard guides you along to easily import your own image files and weave them into animations.
Editable properties control timing and looping easily.
Four compression settings allow you a fair amount of control over quality and file size. Excellent for beginners, with enough flexibility that intermediate to advanced users will appreciate it as well.