I have no answer for your question (sorry), but I have a question of my own: Why do you say that 3DS is better for "animation" than Poser? I am pretty new to Poser, but I got it mostly because I am interested in animation. Now I hear people saying 3DS Max or other programs are better for that. So I'm considering getting 3DS, but I'm trying to figure out why it's so much better for animation first, so I can justify the expense in my mind. Thanks.