How do I use Google Maps GPS data in Adobe Bridge/Photoshop?

Question

I would like to begin adding GPS data to my photographs. I am running Adobe Bridge and Photoshop CS6. After going on a shoot today, I found the location on Google Maps and copied the coordinates, however, when I attempted to paste them into the GPS fields in Bridge I got an error message: > Please provide a latitude in the form of dd,mm.mmmmN or dd,mm.mmmmS The information I get from Google maps is like this -79.06782 Is there another way to get the GPS data or convert the Google maps numbers so it works in Bridge? Thanks.

Answer 1

There are a couple of relatively easy ways to do this. The first is to use a converter like on this website: GPS coordinate converter (gps-coordinates.net). You just enter the number from Google and it'll give the N/S equivalent. I don't know much about this site in general other than the calculations seem right. Second is to use a gps device. I have an older Garmin GPSmap 60 that gives the coordinates in N/S. I carry it with me and make a waypoint for either each set of images or the overall location itself. You can name the point by image number as well to make it easier to match them up later. The third is to use one of the gps devices that sell as an accessory to some of the more pro-grade cameras. Canon, Nikon and a few others sell these although they only work with certain models. Lastly, and most expensive, would be to purchase a camera that includes gps ability.