Image description
The starry sky spans over the Hotel Bellevue and the summit area of Mount Pilatus in Central Switzerland. The nocturnal scene shows the illuminated hotel structure in front of the prominent rock face.
- Date taken
- September 20, 2025
- Resolution
- 3'777 × 5'036 px (19 MP)
- Shutter speed
- 10 s
- Aperture
- f/2
- ISO
- 1600
- Focal length
- 12 mm
Photography tips
How this image was taken
To capture details like stars and the illuminated architecture in low light, an aperture of f/2 and an ISO of 1600 were used. An exposure time of 10 seconds at a 12 mm focal length allows for sufficient light intake while keeping the stars sharp.
- Use a wide-angle lens such as 12 mm to capture both the rock face and the vast starry sky.
- Choose an aperture that is as wide as possible to optimally record the limited ambient light at night.
- Ensure precise focus on the brightest stars or distinct architectural features to maintain sharpness in the night image.