What is Map Projection Transitions?
Jason Davies' classic visualisation animates the world map changing from one projection to another, from Mercator to Robinson to Aitoff, showing how each distorts the globe.
Free
Map Projection Transitions
Watch the world morph smoothly between dozens of map projections
- Coverage
- Worldwide
- Updates
- Archive
- Price
- Free
- Sign-up
- Not needed
- View
- Flat map
What you can do
- Smooth animation between projections
- Dozens of projections
- Drag to rotate
The details
- Coverage
- Worldwide
- Updates
- Static archive
- Data source
- Projection mathematics
- Made by
- Jason Davies (independent creator)
- Price
- Free
- Account
- No account needed
- On phones
- Best on a computer
- Map view
- Flat map
Tips for using Map Projection Transitions
- Pause on a projection you do not know and look up how it works.
Who it is for
Map Projection Transitions is especially useful for students and map lovers.
Questions about Map Projection Transitions
Is Map Projection Transitions free?
Yes. Map Projection Transitions is free to use.
Do I need an account to use Map Projection Transitions?
No. You can open the map and use it without signing up.
How often is Map Projection Transitions updated?
It is an archive: the content is historical and does not change often.
Where does Map Projection Transitions get its data?
Projection mathematics.
Can I use Map Projection Transitions on my phone?
It opens on phones, but it works best on a computer with a larger screen.
What are some alternatives to Map Projection Transitions?
Similar maps include Radio Garden, The True Size Of, Chronotrains and Ancient Earth Globe. See the full list of Map Projection Transitions alternatives on ColorfulMaps.
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