How do I get the best camera distance?

You can use the `calculate_positioning` tool with your desired shot type to receive the exact distance in meters.

Can this help with lens flare?

Yes, the `analyze_lighting_conditions` tool identifies glare risks and suggests the best filter to use.

What if the water is very murky?

The `assess_visibility_constraints` tool will adjust the maximum effective distance and suggest a suitable lens for low visibility.

Surf Photography Positioning MCP Connector for Claude

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Determine optimal camera placement, distance, and timing for surf photography.

4 tools Official Updated Oct 1, 2026 Official Vinkius Partner

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This MCP server provides specialized tools for surf photographers to calculate the perfect shot. By analyzing wave break characteristics, sun angle, and water clarity, it provides precise technical setups. Use calculate_positioning to find the exact camera angle and distance, analyze_lighting_conditions to manage glare and silhouettes, assess_visibility_constraints to optimize for water clarity, and optimize_background_placement to frame the perfect composition.

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Connect to Claude

Subscribe on Vinkius, then add this connector to Claude.ai or Claude Code.

① Claude.ai (web app)

Go to Settings → Connectors → Add custom connector
Paste the MCP endpoint URL below

https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_b4yRnkvJFr0nEPaBXdL9dgcpCP114zvDQpKWxTpQ/mcp

② Claude Code (terminal)

claude mcp add --transport http surf-photography-positioning https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_b4yRnkvJFr0nEPaBXdL9dgcpCP114zvDQpKWxTpQ/mcp

③ Claude Desktop

Add to claude_desktop_config.json:

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "surf-photography-positioning": {
      "url": "https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_b4yRnkvJFr0nEPaBXdL9dgcpCP114zvDQpKWxTpQ/mcp"
    }
  }
}

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