digital$10–12 (one-time purchase)used in 2 side quests
Sun and moon position planning app
Shows exactly where the sun and moon will be at any time and location, with augmented reality preview so you can visualize shots before committing to a 4 a.m. wake-up call. Eliminates guessing on light direction and blue hour timing.
What to look for
- 1AR viewfinder that overlays sun/moon paths on your phone camera view
- 2Precise times for golden hour, blue hour, sunrise, and moonrise
- 3Ability to plan shots days or weeks in advance for specific locations
- 4Offline functionality so you're not hunting for signal at dawn
Skip
- Basic sunrise/sunset apps without AR preview or precise positioning
- Apps that require subscription for core sun/moon tracking features
Used for: timing rooftop shoots for best light · previewing moon position relative to landmarks · planning night photography around blue hour · scouting locations days before shooting
Side quests that use it
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