Plan Every Shot Around Perfect Natural Light
See exactly when and where the sun will be at any location, for any date. Preview camera angles in 3D and bookmark the perfect lighting conditions.
Without SunTrace3D
Arriving on location at the wrong time
Golden hour lasts minutes. Without precise sun position data, you miss the best light or waste hours waiting.
Can't preview lighting conditions remotely
Scouting locations in person is expensive. You need to see how sunlight interacts with buildings before the shoot day.
Generic sun calculators miss the context
Flat sun position apps don't show how buildings and terrain create shadows, reflections, and light patterns.
With SunTrace3D
Precise golden hour & blue hour
Know exactly when golden hour starts and ends at your location, for any date. Plan shoots with minute-level precision.
Virtual camera with lens preview
Place a virtual camera in the 3D scene and preview the frame through different focal lengths. Find your angles remotely.
3D context for lighting
See how buildings cast shadows and create light patterns. Real 3D geometry shows you what flat sun calculators can't.
Golden Hour & Blue Hour
See exactly when golden hour and blue hour occur at any location for any date. Plan shoots around the best natural lighting conditions with minute-level precision.
Virtual Camera Placement
Place a virtual camera in the 3D scene and preview what it sees through different lens focal lengths. Find the perfect angle before you arrive on location.
Sun Path Visualization
View the sun's arc across the sky for any date. See exactly when and where direct sunlight reaches different parts of your site throughout the year.
Photorealistic 3D Models
Impress clients with stunning 3D visualizations of any property. Real building geometry from satellite data, not flat maps or generic renders.
Scene Bookmarks
Save camera positions and lighting conditions as bookmarks. Jump between scouted viewpoints instantly when planning multi-angle shoots.
Global Coverage
Analyze any address on Earth. Photorealistic 3D models available for cities worldwide, with satellite irradiance data covering every location on the planet.
How It Works
Scout Your Location in 3D
Enter any address and explore the location in photorealistic 3D with real buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
Find the Perfect Light
Simulate sunlight for any date and time. See golden hour, shadow patterns, and how light moves through the scene.
Plan Your Angles
Place a virtual camera, preview through different lenses, and bookmark your favorite setups for shoot day.
Frequently Asked Questions
How accurate is the golden hour prediction?
Golden hour and blue hour times are calculated from astronomically precise sun positions for your exact coordinates. Times are accurate to the minute, accounting for your location's latitude and the date.
Can I preview camera angles before visiting the location?
Yes. Place a virtual camera anywhere in the 3D scene and preview what it sees through different lens focal lengths. See how buildings and terrain frame your shot.
Does it show how buildings affect the light?
Yes. The 3D models include real building geometry, so you can see exactly when a building casts a shadow over your subject, or when sunlight streams between structures.
Can I save locations and camera setups for later?
Yes. Use bookmarks to save camera positions and lighting conditions. Pro users can save full projects and reload them on shoot day.
Does it work for any location in the world?
Yes. SunTrace3D covers any address on Earth with photorealistic 3D models. Sun position calculations are accurate for every location and date.