Panorama Shots Calculator
Fill in the values and the answer updates as you type.
How the Panorama Shots Calculator works
Each frame advances by its angle of view minus the overlap, so photos = 360 ÷ (angle of view × (1 − overlap)), rounded up. 25–35% overlap gives stitching software enough to match features. Shoot in portrait orientation and use the 24 mm sensor side for tall panoramas. Rotate around the lens entrance pupil to avoid parallax errors. Example: A 24 mm lens on full frame sees 73.7°, so a 360° panorama with 30% overlap needs 7 photos, turning 51.4° each time.
Inputs and results
The Panorama Shots Calculator takes 3 inputs and gives 3 results.
What you enter
- Focal length (mm) — starts at 24.
- Sensor width (frame orientation) (mm) — starts at 36.
- Overlap between shots (%) — starts at 30.
What you get
- Photos for 360°
- Horizontal angle of view (°)
- Rotation between shots (°)
Example: Panorama Shots Calculator with the starting values
With focal length 24 mm, sensor width (frame orientation) 36 mm and overlap between shots 30 %, the calculator returns:
| Photos for 360° | 7 |
|---|---|
| Horizontal angle of view (°) | 73.7 |
| Rotation between shots (°) | 51.4 |
Change any value above and the results update straight away.
Panorama Shots Calculator FAQ
How do I use the Panorama Shots Calculator?
Enter focal length, sensor width (frame orientation) and overlap between shots in the fields, then read photos for 360°, horizontal angle of view (°) and rotation between shots (°) in the result panel. The answer updates as you type, and you can press Calculate or Enter to refresh it. Use “Copy link” to share your exact numbers with someone else.
What does the Panorama Shots Calculator calculate?
Number of photos for a full 360° panorama with overlap. It returns photos for 360°, horizontal angle of view (°) and rotation between shots (°) from the 3 values you provide.
What values does the Panorama Shots Calculator start with?
It opens with focal length 24 mm, sensor width (frame orientation) 36 mm and overlap between shots 30 % so you can see a working result straight away. Replace them with your own numbers, or press Reset to return to these starting values.
Is the Panorama Shots Calculator free and private?
Yes. It is free, needs no account, and runs in your browser, so nothing you type is sent to or stored on our servers. See the Privacy Policy for details.
Can I rely on the Panorama Shots Calculator for important decisions?
Treat the result as a well-rounded estimate. Real situations often have details a general calculator cannot know, so confirm important decisions with a qualified professional. See the Disclaimer for more.