Google Earth can zoom more than you think
Monday, August 06, 2007 by Jason
If you think Google Earth is only for viewing hybrid image and satellite imagery for streets and building, think again! Because Google earth can take this kind of pic too:
Still don't believe it, right? Think I play with Photoshop? Here is Google Maps link. Go there and choose Satellite. You will see that man is looking up.
How can we get it? Here's how:
Remember you might be able to zoom more to only those location which could zoom to highest level(z=18).
If you want to see more, check what others found out here and here.
Updated: Now I have found out the truth about Google Earth.
Still don't believe it, right? Think I play with Photoshop? Here is Google Maps link. Go there and choose Satellite. You will see that man is looking up.
How can we get it? Here's how:
Go to Google Maps
1. Select a location and switch to satellite view
2. Zoom in as far as you can, and click “link to this page” at the top right
3. Now replace the “z” parameter in the URL with a higher value, e.g. 20, 22, or 23, and wait. Some locations will now show more detailed imagery
Remember you might be able to zoom more to only those location which could zoom to highest level(z=18).
If you want to see more, check what others found out here and here.
Updated: Now I have found out the truth about Google Earth.
