Image description
The view along a heavy iron chain on the embankment leads to the Chapel Bridge in Lucerne. The backlight of the low sun creates a starburst effect above the water tower.
- Date taken
- March 17, 2026
- Resolution
- 3'888 × 5'184 px (20.2 MP)
- Shutter speed
- 1/400 s
- Aperture
- f/22
- ISO
- 500
- Focal length
- 12 mm
Photography tips
How this image was taken
For this backlit shot, a small aperture of f/22 was chosen to render the low sun as a distinct starburst effect. The 12 mm focal length creates a strong sense of depth, while the shutter speed of 1/400 s at ISO 500 allows for an appropriate exposure in this bright setting.
- Use a wide-angle lens to capture both the foreground, such as the iron chain, and the main subject together.
- Select a small aperture setting to create the desired starburst effect on the sun during direct backlight.
- Use a close object as a leading line to intentionally guide the viewer's gaze through the frame.