The most common "3D" effect in Harmony is the multiplane, where 2D layers are spread across to create depth and parallax during camera movements.
In traditional 2D animation, a camera rotation is a nightmare. It requires an animator to redraw the character from multiple angles (turnarounds) or create a laborious "multi-plane" setup. With Toon Boom’s 3D integration, you can simply rotate the camera. The 3D assets handle the perspective automatically, saving hundreds of hours of drawing time. toon boom 3d animation
Toon Boom is a 2D animation powerhouse with excellent 3D integration tools, not a 3D animation software itself. The most common "3D" effect in Harmony is
Why not just animate everything in Maya or Blender? The answer lies in artistic intent and efficiency. toon boom 3d animation