StereoMaker by 3Dstreaming.org — AI-Powered 2D to 3D Image Converter

StereoMaker is a free, browser-based AI tool that transforms ordinary 2D photographs into immersive stereoscopic 3D images. Using advanced neural depth estimation, StereoMaker analyzes the depth and structure of a single image, generates a depth map, and creates realistic left- and right-eye views to produce a 3D effect.

The entire process runs locally in your web browser, meaning your images are not uploaded to a server. This makes StereoMaker a fast, private, and convenient solution for anyone who wants to convert photos into 3D without installing specialized software.

Key Features

AI-powered depth estimation — Uses Depth Anything V2 to estimate depth from a single 2D photograph. Fully browser-based — Processing takes place on your device using WebGPU or WASM, with no server-side image processing. Multiple 3D output formats — Create:

• Parallel Side-by-Side (SBS) images for VR headsets and compatible 3D displays.
• Cross-Eye SBS images for viewing 3D without a headset.
• Red-Cyan Anaglyph images for use with traditional 3D glasses.

Adjustable depth controls — Fine-tune depth intensity, convergence, eye separation, and depth smoothing to control the final 3D effect. Multiple depth models — Choose between Small, Base, and Large models depending on processing speed and desired quality. Two stereo rendering methods — Grid sampling provides fast, hole-free previews, while mesh warping can create a stronger three-dimensional appearance. Batch processing — Convert multiple JPG, PNG, or WebP images at once and export the results as a ZIP file. Privacy-focused — Images remain on the user's device and are never uploaded.

How It Works

StereoMaker uses a four-stage AI processing pipeline:

1. Neural Depth Estimation The AI analyzes the 2D image with Depth Anything V2 and generates a representation of the distance between objects in the scene.

2. Depth Map Refinement The generated depth information can be smoothed or inverted to improve the appearance and control which areas appear closer or farther away.

3. Stereo View Generation StereoMaker uses the depth map to synthesize separate left- and right-eye perspectives, creating the visual information needed for stereoscopic 3D.

4. 3D Composition The two views are combined into the selected output format, ready for viewing on a VR headset, 3D display, or with anaglyph glasses.

Who Is It For?

StereoMaker is useful for photographers, 3D artists, VR/AR creators, content creators, researchers, educators, and anyone interested in converting traditional photographs into stereoscopic 3D content.