Image description
The Wasserturm in Lucerne is illuminated with colorful patterns during the 2026 Lilu Light Festival. The dark silhouette of Mount Pilatus is visible in the background as the lights reflect on the Reuss river.
- Date taken
- January 14, 2026
- Resolution
- 1'536 × 2'048 px (3.1 MP)
- Shutter speed
- 1/1 s
- Aperture
- f/4
- ISO
- 1000
- Focal length
- 26 mm
Photography tips
How this image was taken
For this night shot, the shutter speed of 1 second and an ISO of 1000 allow for sufficient exposure of the light installation, while the aperture of f/4 ensures the architectural structures of the water tower remain clear. The 26 mm focal length frames the tower harmoniously within the surrounding landscape.
- Use a longer shutter speed for night photography to capture the light reflections on the water surface in detail.
- Select a mid-range ISO to achieve balanced image noise and sufficient light sensitivity in dark conditions.
- Focus on the composition of illuminated objects against a dark background to effectively emphasize contrasts.