Sun Card

This may be old news to you guys, but just in case it isn't I'll share one of my latest findings. While in the UK this winter talking with another photographer about locations he pulled out his map and then he pulled out of his pocket a small clear plastic card. It had lines showing where the sun would rise and set each month. While I usually carry a list with the degrees and use a compass to calculate direction, this little card could be laid over a map providing simple and immediate information as to when to shoot a particular location. I just purchased mine and thought you guys might be interested in this concept as well. http://www.suncard.co.uk. The angles are based on the middle of each month.

P.S. While the photo may make it look like it is frosted, it is actually clear plastic, making it easy to see a map below it.

Ohh I gotta get me one of those! Does he make a Moon card too?

Very cool - thanks!

Sometimes the simplest way is the best. Same question as James: Is there a moon card?

I haven't seen a moon card, but what a great idea.

Uh... well now... let me get me camera and if one of you will oblige I bet we can come up witha moon card!
Oh and Happy easter to all that observe... everyone else have a great day!
John

As they say in the UK: BRILLIANT!

Erik - Thanks for posting this! The SunCard could be very useful if I ever decide to take a photograph.

Seriously, what a great trip-planning tool.

Thanks, Erik. This is exactly what I need, less thinking and calculating to do .

Cool idea... I've got to wonder how accurate it is though, since the exact sunrise/sunset locations would depend on latitude. (Right?)

Jack, they say it is accurate to within 5 degrees. My card covers the latitude of 35-45 degrees. They also have another one for 45-55 degrees.

Just bought mine - $6.99.

Thanks!

Ken

I'm in for one. That looks like a great tool. Thanks for the heads up Erik!