View of the Chapel Bridge with water tower and Mount Pilatus in the background in Lucerne
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Chapel Bridge and Mount Pilatus in evening light

May 12, 2026

Image description

Evening shot of the Chapel Bridge and the Water Tower in Lucerne with the snow-capped mountain range of Mount Pilatus in the background.

Date taken
May 12, 2026
Resolution
5'184 × 3'888 px (20.2 MP)
Shutter speed
2 s
Aperture
f/22
ISO
64
Focal length
16 mm

Photography tips

How this image was taken

This shot uses an aperture of f/22 to achieve a great depth of field, while the shutter speed of 2 seconds and low ISO 64 ensure a smooth and detailed image.

  • Use a small aperture like f/22 to achieve a great depth of field, ensuring both the Chapel Bridge in the foreground and Mount Pilatus are in focus.
  • Select a long shutter speed to smooth out the movement of the water and create a calm atmosphere.
  • Employ a wide-angle lens with a 16 mm focal length to capture the interplay between the architectural foreground and the mountain landscape.

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