Preparation is key in these kind of animations. Again, I had to make a few test runs in order to know which software to use. I often try 3D Studio Max and Vray first because these renderings just have the last 5% of quality but lack in time management and freedom. Well, maybe it comes down to the fact that I use Adobe After Effects and Videocopilot’s Element 3D on a daily basis - you might as well be sitting there and shake your head over this.
Check out the making of on my website: