How to use sunlight simulation to plan a drone shooting time

What sunlight simulation covers

Set a time in the software to simulate sunrise, sunset, and changes in light. You can review how light and shadows move across buildings and spaces, then use that view when planning a shooting time and broader shooting plan.

Compare the scene under different weather conditions

GlobeXplore Pro also supports sunny and cloudy conditions, including changes caused by the presence or absence of clouds. Compare candidate times and weather conditions to test possible appearance patterns before the shoot.

1. Recreate the site with Google Earth, PLATEAU, CAD data, photogrammetry, or a suitable combination.
2. Set candidate times and review light changes, including sunrise and sunset.
3. Set weather conditions such as clear or cloudy skies and the presence of clouds.
4. Compare the light, shadows, and appearance patterns for each candidate.
5. Use the comparison when deciding the shooting time and preparing the shooting plan.

Use the result in a shooting plan

Because the scene can be reviewed with selected location, time, and weather conditions, the simulation can give a team a common reference for discussing the planned shot. Combine it with lens-angle and equipment choices when a plan depends on both the light and the framing.

Limits of the simulation

Sunlight simulation is based on selected times, weather conditions, and site data. It is not a weather forecast or a measurement of real-world illuminance, so confirm the latest weather information and actual site conditions on the day of the shoot.