Ferris wheel on the waterfront in Lucerne with Mount Pilatus in the background framed by autumnal tree leaves
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Ferris wheel in front of Mount Pilatus in Lucerne

October 7, 2025

Image description

View of the Ferris wheel at the Lucerne lake basin in front of the silhouette of Mount Pilatus, framed by autumn foliage in the foreground.
Date taken
October 7, 2025
Resolution
3'888 × 5'184 px (20.2 MP)
Shutter speed
1/50 s
Aperture
f/18
ISO
64
Focal length
45 mm

Photography tips

How this image was taken

Using an aperture of f/18 allows for a deep depth of field, ensuring that the autumn foliage in the foreground as well as the Ferris wheel and Mount Pilatus remain sharp. The ISO 64 setting ensures high image quality without noticeable digital noise.

  • Use autumn foliage or other elements in the foreground to add depth to your image and create a natural frame for the main subject.
  • Select a high f-number such as f/18 if you want to achieve a wide depth of field that keeps both the foreground and the horizon in focus.
  • Consider the compression of the focal length to present subjects like the Ferris wheel in a balanced proportion to the silhouette of the mountain in the background.

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