Shadowmap Explorer
Take Your Best Photograph Yet! Powered by the Sun.
Shadowmap Explorer is our solution for photographers. Sunlight is most photographers' best friend, may it be by simply lighting your scene or adding additional mood and character.
Go, and venture into the unknown, but be prepared for it. Look up when that mountain peak will be dipped into liquid morning gold, or when that charming creek will most probably sparkle in the setting sun.
Trusted by photographers around the world.
Shadowmap Explorer
Take Your Best Photograph Yet! Powered by the Sun.
Shadowmap Explorer is our solution for photographers. Sunlight is most photographers' best friend, may it be by simply lighting your scene or adding additional mood and character.
Go, and venture into the unknown, but be prepared for it. Look up when that mountain peak will be dipped into liquid morning gold, or when that charming creek will most probably sparkle in the setting sun.
Trusted by photographers around the world.
Shadowmap Explorer
Take Your Best Photograph Yet! Powered by the Sun.
Shadowmap Explorer is our solution for photographers. Sunlight is most photographers' best friend, may it be by simply lighting your scene or adding additional mood and character.
Go, and venture into the unknown, but be prepared for it. Look up when that mountain peak will be dipped into liquid morning gold, or when that charming creek will most probably sparkle in the setting sun.
Trusted by photographers around the world.
We’re here to help
Does this sound familiar?
I wish I had a way to see the position of the sun and better see the shadows cast by hills and terrain from a first-person "street view".
Shadowmap Explorer offers an FPV feature to "walk" or "fly" around the 3D surroundings like in a video game. This way you can easily see the sun's position and its cast shadows around you.
Sunlight hours vary from region to region, and season to season, help…
Never lose track of the sun and its position in the sky. With Shadowmap you can pick any date and time to get accurate sun data on the fly.
I don’t have time to meticulously look up sun exposure for different buildings at my shoot.
Our interactive, fully navigable 3D map can save your precious time. Global building data and precise sunlight visualization help you preview the exact position and shape of shadows.
What now, my outdoor motif is all cloaked in shadow?
Planning ahead with Shadowmap could have prevented this mishap. Easily visualize 3D terrain and buildings in our interactive sunlight & shadow simulation. Our map provides worldwide visualization of destinations in 3D. Search for the region you are going to and freely navigate around the map to screen potential photo locations. All while seeing the real shading impact of your surroundings.
We’re here to help
Does this sound familiar?
I wish I had a way to see the position of the sun and better see the shadows cast by hills and terrain from a first-person "street view".
Shadowmap Explorer offers an FPV feature to "walk" or "fly" around the 3D surroundings like in a video game. This way you can easily see the sun's position and its cast shadows around you.
Sunlight hours vary from region to region, and season to season, help…
Never lose track of the sun and its position in the sky. With Shadowmap you can pick any date and time to get accurate sun data on the fly.
I don’t have time to meticulously look up sun exposure for different buildings at my shoot.
Our interactive, fully navigable 3D map can save your precious time. Global building data and precise sunlight visualization help you preview the exact position and shape of shadows.
What now, my outdoor motif is all cloaked in shadow?
Planning ahead with Shadowmap could have prevented this mishap. Easily visualize 3D terrain and buildings in our interactive sunlight & shadow simulation. Our map provides worldwide visualization of destinations in 3D. Search for the region you are going to and freely navigate around the map to screen potential photo locations. All while seeing the real shading impact of your surroundings.
We’re here to help
Does this sound familiar?
I wish I had a way to see the position of the sun and better see the shadows cast by hills and terrain from a first-person "street view".
Shadowmap Explorer offers an FPV feature to "walk" or "fly" around the 3D surroundings like in a video game. This way you can easily see the sun's position and its cast shadows around you.
Sunlight hours vary from region to region, and season to season, help…
Never lose track of the sun and its position in the sky. With Shadowmap you can pick any date and time to get accurate sun data on the fly.
I don’t have time to meticulously look up sun exposure for different buildings at my shoot.
Our interactive, fully navigable 3D map can save your precious time. Global building data and precise sunlight visualization help you preview the exact position and shape of shadows.
What now, my outdoor motif is all cloaked in shadow?
Planning ahead with Shadowmap could have prevented this mishap. Easily visualize 3D terrain and buildings in our interactive sunlight & shadow simulation. Our map provides worldwide visualization of destinations in 3D. Search for the region you are going to and freely navigate around the map to screen potential photo locations. All while seeing the real shading impact of your surroundings.
Hey! Im a photographer in Vancouver bc Canada area and no joke I use your app every single day! With the mountains here it is so hard to tell when the sun actually sets ( goes behind the mountains) so your app has helped me find the exact time and that makes for the most magical photos because I never miss the sunset!!!
Emily Peter
Photographer
Hey! Im a photographer in Vancouver bc Canada area and no joke I use your app every single day! With the mountains here it is so hard to tell when the sun actually sets ( goes behind the mountains) so your app has helped me find the exact time and that makes for the most magical photos because I never miss the sunset!!!
Emily Peter
Photographer
My photographic work is extremely time-consuming to plan. Precise research and preparation is therefore an essential part of my process. The Shadowmap solution helps me like no other software to precisely determine the lighting situation at locations all over the world and at any time of year. Even after years of using it, I am still impressed by its accuracy and intuitive controls.
Tom Hegen
Aerial Photographer
My photographic work is extremely time-consuming to plan. Precise research and preparation is therefore an essential part of my process. The Shadowmap solution helps me like no other software to precisely determine the lighting situation at locations all over the world and at any time of year. Even after years of using it, I am still impressed by its accuracy and intuitive controls.
Tom Hegen
Aerial Photographer
Perfect tool for photographers. I plan all my shootings with this app. It’s perfect to find the right spots at the right time!
M.
App Store
Start exploring with Shadowmap
Planning with the sun or shadow? Keep unpleasant surprises at bay.
Planning with the sun or shadow? Keep unpleasant surprises at bay.
why shadowmap explorer?
Plan accurate sunlight conditions for your photo shoot. Save yourself unnecessary trips.
Get clarity on sunlight and shadow conditions. Anywhere on Earth, anytime. We are helping photographers, location scouts, aerial & drone filmmakers, hikers, and travelers to get that perfect preparation, and plan efficiently. Shadowmap EXPLORER provides full camera freedom to view landmarks, travel routes or booked accommodation from all angles. Light, shadow, perfect day.
Photograph
Visualization
Precise Visualization of Sunlight & Shadow
Global shading analysis, real-time results.
Unrestricted Time & Date Change
Access your online sunlight simulation via easy slider input, and find out what time is golden hour.
Sun Path & Compass
Keep track of the Sun and plan for your project. This feature is perfect for sunlight photography.
Full Camera Freedom
Complete range of motion, tilt the camera down to the ground. See the Sun in the sky.
Global 3D Trees
Worldwide coverage on forest and trees with OSM data. Detailled tree data available in Vienna (for free), Madrid & Paris.
Photograph
Visualization
Precise Visualization of Sunlight & Shadow
Global shading analysis, real-time results.
Unrestricted Time & Date Change
Access your online sunlight simulation via easy slider input, and find out what time is golden hour.
Sun Path & Compass
Keep track of the Sun and plan for your project. This feature is perfect for sunlight photography.
Full Camera Freedom
Complete range of motion, tilt the camera down to the ground. See the Sun in the sky.
Global 3D Trees
Worldwide coverage on forest and trees with OSM data. Detailled tree data available in Vienna (for free), Madrid & Paris.
Photograph
Visualization
Precise Visualization of Sunlight & Shadow
Global shading analysis, real-time results.
Unrestricted Time & Date Change
Access your online sunlight simulation via easy slider input, and find out what time is golden hour.
Sun Path & Compass
Keep track of the Sun and plan for your project. This feature is perfect for sunlight photography.
Full Camera Freedom
Complete range of motion, tilt the camera down to the ground. See the Sun in the sky.
Global 3D Trees
Worldwide coverage on forest and trees with OSM data. Detailled tree data available in Vienna (for free), Madrid & Paris.
Pricing
Start exploring – find your spot under the Sun
Plan your photography sessions with confidence. Set up your event with the natural benefits of sunlight and shade. Embark on your hike without surprises. Shadowmap Explorer helps you to visualize sunlight patterns year-round. Capture the perfect light for any situation.
Pricing
Start exploring – find your spot under the Sun
Plan your photography sessions with confidence. Set up your event with the natural benefits of sunlight and shade. Embark on your hike without surprises. Shadowmap Explorer helps you to visualize sunlight patterns year-round. Capture the perfect light for any situation.
free
Shadowmap Free
0.00
Easiest way to try Shadowmap. No credit card needed.
Sun path & compass
Change time of current day
Worldwide 3D buildings + terrain
No registration required
free
Shadowmap Free
0.00
Easiest way to try Shadowmap. No credit card needed.
Sun path & compass
Change time of current day
Worldwide 3D buildings + terrain
No registration required
Shadowmap Explorer
2.50
/month
30.00
billed annually
– cancel anytime
For photographers, film makers, event planners, health enthusiasts & hikers
Worldwide 3D buildings + terrain
Change time of current day
Sun path & compass
Full camera freedom
First-person view incl. variable focal length
Worldwide 3D trees
Choose any date & time in the past or future
Shadowmap Explorer
2.50
/month
30.00
billed annually
– cancel anytime
For photographers, film makers, event planners, health enthusiasts & hikers
Worldwide 3D buildings + terrain
Change time of current day
Sun path & compass
Full camera freedom
First-person view incl. variable focal length
Worldwide 3D trees
Choose any date & time in the past or future
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