Alternatives to Maya - 3D modelling and animation

Maya is one of the most popular 3D modelling and animating software in the industry today. But in case if you wanted and if u prefer open source here are some alternatives..

Open Source

• Blender3d.( click here for a site on blender how to learn )
• Ogre3d.
• Trimble SketchUp.
• k-3d.
• Anima8or.
• Gmax.
• Synfig Studio.
• POV - Ray.
• Wings 3d.
• MegaPOV.( unofficial custom version of POV Ray with additional features).
• True vision.
• kludge3d.

Commercial

• 3ds max.
• Cinema 4d.