Image description
The Chapel Bridge and Water Tower in Lucerne at night, with the tower highlighted by light projections. The nocturnal scene is reflected in the calm waters of the Reuss river.
- Date taken
- January 24, 2026
- Resolution
- 2'048 × 1'536 px (3.1 MP)
- Shutter speed
- 1/8 s
- Aperture
- f/2
- ISO
- 2000
- Focal length
- 12 mm
Photography tips
How this image was taken
This night shot uses a wide aperture of f/2 to capture sufficient light despite the challenging conditions. The shutter speed of 1/8 s and ISO 2000 allow for handheld photography without a flash, while the 12 mm focal length provides a wide field of view.
- Use a wide aperture like f/2 to ensure enough light is captured in low-light conditions.
- Select a fast shutter speed to minimize motion blur when shooting at night.
- Utilize a wide angle lens like 12 mm to capture the full architectural structure of the bridge along with its reflections in the water.