Difference between 2D and 3D Animation

2D Animation:

2D animation is an animation technique which uses for creating the movement art in a two-dimensional space. It includes the characters, creatures, VFX, and backgrounds. 2D animation mainly used in cartoons, advertisements and brand videos.

3D Animation:

3D animation is done using computer software techniques. It also deals with the creation of 3D models and their movement in a digital environment. 3D animation is more complex than 2D animation. 3D animation mostly used in Movies, Video Games, and Cartoons.

2D vs 3D Animation:

2D Animation	3D Animation
1. 2D Animation is the traditional method,, it is one drawing followed by another in a slightly different pose.	1. 3D Animation aside from stop motion which really is a form of 3D motion.
2. In 2D Animation is an acronym for two dimensional.	2. In 3D Animation is an acronym for three dimensional.
3. It consists of frames and carries no realistic appeal.	3. It comprises of movements and carries realistic appeal.
4. It is widely used in movies, television, advertisements, cartoon and video games, etc.	4. It is widely used in Architecture, Medical, Bio-technology, Gaming industry, etc.
5. Some softwares used in 2D Animation are: Adobe After Affects, Adobe Flash Professional, Anime Studio, etc.	5. Some softwares used in 3D Animation are : Autodesk 3D Max, Autodesk Maya, Blender, etc.