[OT] Simple animation program

[Peter Ostry]

Sorry to use the bandwith of this list, but I can imagine that some  
of you deal with animation.

Can anyone recommend a relatively small and easy to use animation  
program which fits for software tutorials? Basic use is 2D, better if  
it handles simple 3D shapes. I want visible animation paths (not a  
must but handy), tweening, ease in/out, a timeline and (if 3D) some  
lightweight rendering. Gouraud shading would suffice. Graphic import  
is required, either files or direct copy/paste of single elements.  
Output as a movie or as individual frames. Screen resolution only,  
420 pixel width is enough.

My experience (many years ago):
The old Fireworks, a 3D scene placement software, was perfect.
Adobe Dimensions was on a good way until it got dropped.
Cinema 4D and that kind of stuff is too big.
I don't like Flash.
Bryce is too clumsy and doesn't fit for 2D (I don't know the last two  
versions).

If offtopic is undesired in this list please respond privately.

Thank you very much in advance!

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Peter Ostry