You can import 3dsmax, lightwave and Maya models, which I haven't done yet, but the render speed is supposed to be the same, 'real time' - the render engine isn't as detailed as Poser5, but it can handle real time particle effects such as smoke and fire, reflection maps and shadow maps. It's primary purpose is for quick and easy animation creation. Have a look at some of the videos at www.kaydara.com