View of the Chapel Bridge and Wasserturm in Lucerne with Mount Pilatus in the background during the blue hour
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Chapel Bridge and Water Tower in Lucerne at twilight

November 23, 2023

Image description

The Chapel Bridge and the Wasserturm span the Reuss river in Lucerne. Mount Pilatus is visible in the background as twilight sets in.
Date taken
November 23, 2023
Resolution
5'955 × 3'970 px (23.6 MP)
Shutter speed
6 s
Aperture
f/22
ISO
400
Focal length
18 mm

Photography tips

How this image was taken

This shot was taken at twilight using a 6-second shutter speed to capture the calm surface of the Reuss river. The small aperture of f/22 ensures a deep depth of field, while the 18 mm focal length captures the scene with a wide perspective.

  • Select a long shutter speed to achieve a similarly smooth water surface.
  • Use a small aperture to maintain sharpness from the foreground to Mount Pilatus in the background.
  • Use a wide-angle lens to capture both the Chapel Bridge and the surrounding cityscape.

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