View of Mount Pilatus through autumn-colored chestnut leaves in Lucerne
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Autumn chestnut leaves in front of Mount Pilatus

October 7, 2025

Image description

The autumn-colored leaves of a chestnut tree frame the view of Mount Pilatus in Central Switzerland.
Date taken
October 7, 2025
Resolution
3'888 × 5'184 px (20.2 MP)
Shutter speed
5 s
Aperture
f/13
ISO
200
Focal length
37 mm

Photography tips

How this image was taken

This image uses an aperture of f/13 to achieve a deep depth of field, keeping both the autumn leaves in the foreground and Mount Pilatus sharp. The combination of ISO 200 and a 5-second shutter speed allowed for a precise exposure in this lighting situation.

  • Use a small aperture like f/13 when you want both foreground elements and distant subjects to be in sharp focus.
  • Pay attention to composition by using framing elements, such as leaves, to guide the eye toward your primary subject.
  • Select a low ISO setting to maintain high image quality without noise, even if it requires longer exposure times.

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