The Chapel Bridge in Lucerne with the Water Tower and the snow-covered Mount Pilatus in the background
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Chapel Bridge and Mount Pilatus in evening light

April 14, 2023

Image description

The evening light illuminates the historic Water Tower and the Chapel Bridge in Lucerne. In the background, the snow-capped massif of Mount Pilatus rises.
Date taken
April 14, 2023
Resolution
2'667 × 4'000 px (10.7 MP)
Shutter speed
1 s
Aperture
f/9
ISO
100
Focal length
24 mm

Photography tips

How this image was taken

This shot uses an aperture of f/9 for deep depth of field, while the 1 s shutter speed and low ISO 100 setting minimize noise and emphasize details in the evening light. The 24 mm focal length captures both the historic landmark and the mountain scenery.

  • Select a small aperture like f/9 to keep both the architecture and the distant mountains in focus.
  • Use a longer shutter speed to capture the remaining evening light and achieve a smooth water surface.
  • Keep the ISO setting as low as possible at 100 to ensure high image quality and clean noise levels.

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