Image description
The illuminated Chapel Bridge and the Water Tower are reflected in the Reuss river in Lucerne at night. A railing runs along the waterfront on the right side of the image.
- Date taken
- October 31, 2025
- Resolution
- 3'888 × 5'184 px (20.2 MP)
- Shutter speed
- 2 s
- Aperture
- f/13
- ISO
- 6400
- Focal length
- 12 mm
Photography tips
How this image was taken
For this night shot, a focal length of 12 mm was used to capture the scene widely. The aperture of f/13 provides a deep depth of field, while the shutter speed of 2 s allows enough light to collect the reflections in the Reuss, and the ISO 6400 provides the necessary light sensitivity.
- Use the wide-angle perspective to incorporate the railing as a leading line from the foreground to the Water Tower.
- Pay attention to the composition to ensure the reflecting lights on the water are not overexposed.
- Experiment with the shutter speed settings to find the right balance between light intake and image noise at this high ISO level.