How to Convert 2D Blu-ray to 3D Video with DVDFab Blu-ray Ripper

Most 3D Blu-ray releases stopped years ago, and Sony dropped native 3D disc playback when the PS5 replaced the PS4. If you still own a stack of 3D-ready Blu-rays, or you just want to turn a favorite 2D Blu-ray movie into a 3D file you can actually watch on a VR headset, a 3D TV, or a pair of red/cyan glasses, DVDFab Blu-ray Ripper's built-in 2D to 3D Converter is one of the few tools that still handles this directly from a real Blu-ray source. In this guide, I'll walk through how to convert a 2D Blu-ray to 3D video with DVDFab, covering the anaglyph, side-by-side (SBS), and top-and-bottom output formats. One thing worth flagging upfront: this feature works from a Blu-ray disc, ISO file, or ripped folder, not from a regular MP4 or other video file.

DVDFab Blu-ray Ripper allows you to rip 2D Blu-ray discs and convert them into multiple 3D video formats. The output files are compatible with various devices, such as 3D-enabled computers, 3D TVs, glasses-free 3D smartphones, and more.

Features:

• Converts protected Blu-ray disc, folder and ISO image file to 3D & 2D videos
• Supports multiple 3D output formats, such as SBS and anaglyph
• Rips Blu-rays to 1000+ video formats including 3D MP4 and 3D MKV
• Preserves video and audio quality, including 4K UHD and HDR10
• Allows users to adjust video resolution, bitrate, and audio tracks
• Utilizes hardware acceleration for faster conversion speeds
• Provide a built-in video editor to crop, trim and merge videos
• Also serves as a professional 3D to 2D video converter

Supported OS:

Understand the 3D Output Formats Before You Pick a Profile

DVDFab 2D to 3D Converter supports three 3D layouts, and picking the right one depends on what device you'll actually use to watch the result. MP4, MKV, and AVI are file containers, while anaglyph, SBS, and top-and-bottom describe how the two eye views are arranged.

Anaglyph 3D (Red/Cyan Glasses)

Anaglyph 3D encodes the left-eye and right-eye images into a single frame using color filtering, so a standard 2D screen can display the combined image and you only need a pair of inexpensive red/cyan glasses to see the depth effect. This is the most widely compatible option, but the color filtering process reduces color accuracy compared to true stereoscopic playback.

SBS 3D (Side-by-Side)

SBS 3D places the left-eye and right-eye frames next to each other in a single video frame. It is commonly used by compatible VR headset players and 3D displays. SBS comes in two variants: full SBS uses the full image width for each eye, while half SBS divides the frame width between the two views and may reduce horizontal detail. File size also depends on the codec, bitrate, resolution, and other encoding settings.

Top-and-Bottom 3D (Broadcast Style)

Top-and-bottom 3D stacks the left-eye and right-eye frames vertically instead of side by side. It follows the same full or half-resolution trade-off as SBS, and it's the format most commonly used by broadcast 3D content and some older 3D-capable TVs.

If your target player supports SBS, start with that layout for a VR headset or compatible 3D TV. Otherwise, choose the mode listed for your display and test a short output before processing the full movie.

With that context out of the way, here's how to convert 2D Blu-ray to 3D video with DVDFab Blu-ray Ripper, step by step.

Step 1: Open DVDFab and Choose the Ripper Module

Start DVDFab 13 and select the Ripper module from the home screen. On the main interface, click "Add Source" or drag and drop your 2D Blu-ray disc, ISO file, or BDMV folder. DVDFab automatically selects the longest title on the disc, which is usually the main movie, and you can switch the audio track or subtitle from there if you need to.

• Use Windows 11/10 (64-bit) or macOS 12 or later.
• For disc input, connect a compatible Blu-ray drive and make sure the destination has enough free storage.
• After the source loads, check the selected title, audio track, and subtitles before continuing.

Step 2: Choose a 3D Video Profile

Now click the down-triangle button next to the format bar and select "Choose Other Profile." Go to "Format" > "Video" > "3D" to see the formats covered above. Select a profile whose container and codec work with your target player, then choose the anaglyph, SBS, or top-and-bottom layout required by the display or headset.

Step 3: Set the 3D Format and Effect

Next, click "Advanced Settings" to configure the video and audio parameters as well as the 3D format and effect. Choose the available anaglyph, SBS, or top-and-bottom layout, then adjust the settings shown in your installed build until the preview has a comfortable depth effect.

Back on the main interface, click "Video Edit" to resize the source aspect ratio and frame resolution, or crop the image so it displays correctly on your 3D device.

Step 4: Start the Conversion

Before processing the full movie, choose the destination folder and preview a short representative segment to check that the 3D effect feels comfortable. Click "Start," let the short conversion finish, and open the saved file in your target player to confirm the container, stereo mode, aspect ratio, and left/right orientation. Then start the full conversion, and DVDFab shows detailed progress information as it runs.

That's the step-by-step for how to rip Blu-ray and convert your movies to 3D video. Conversion time is affected by source duration, output resolution, codec and profile, and the CPU/GPU acceleration used. For a longer job estimate, note the source duration, output profile, resolution, and whether CPU or GPU acceleration is enabled.

Conclusion

Converting a 2D Blu-ray to 3D makes the most sense if you already own the disc and have a way to watch the result, whether that's a 3D TV, a pair of red/cyan glasses, or a VR headset with a compatible player. While the Ripper module is open, you can also rip Blu-ray for Plex to store other media files for easier local playback. Pick anaglyph for the widest playback compatibility, SBS if a headset or 3D-capable device is your target, or top-and-bottom for a display with that mode; once the layout matches your device, use the official download link above to install DVDFab Blu-ray Ripper.