digital$0–10used in 3 side quests
Sun position app
An app that shows exactly where the sun will be at any time and date, overlaid on your camera view or map. Lets you plan shoots for specific lighting angles without guessing or making wasted location visits.
What to look for
- 1Augmented reality view that overlays sun path on your phone camera (not just maps)
- 2Date/time scrubbing to preview golden hour timing weeks or months ahead
- 3Offline functionality if scouting areas with poor cell coverage
Skip
- Apps that only show sunrise/sunset times without angle or position data
Used for: predicting when morning light hits specific building faces · planning golden hour shoots weeks in advance · scouting locations remotely before visiting · timing seasonal light shifts for market or event photography
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