Image description
Observers view the night sky and the Milky Way from the observation deck at Mount Pilatus. A telescope is positioned on the platform.
- Date taken
- September 20, 2025
- Resolution
- 5'184 × 3'888 px (20.2 MP)
- Shutter speed
- 10 s
- Aperture
- f/2
- ISO
- 1600
- Focal length
- 12 mm
Photography tips
How this image was taken
To capture the night sky, a wide aperture of f/2 was chosen to let in sufficient light, while ISO 1600 provides the necessary sensitivity. The shutter speed of 10 seconds combined with a 12 mm focal length allows for a sharp depiction of stars without noticeable motion blur.
- Choose the widest possible aperture to allow for shorter exposure times in low-light conditions.
- Use a short focal length in the wide-angle range to frame both the sky and the surrounding architecture.
- Ensure absolute camera stability during the 10-second exposure to prevent any motion blur.