Image description
The historical buildings along the banks of the Reuss in Lucerne are reflected in the water during the blue hour. The warm lights of the restaurants contrast with the cool evening sky.
- Date taken
- March 30, 2024
- Resolution
- 5'910 × 3'940 px (23.3 MP)
- Shutter speed
- 3.2 s
- Aperture
- f/10
- ISO
- 100
- Focal length
- 30 mm
Photography tips
How this image was taken
The long shutter speed of 3.2 seconds ensures an even exposure of the buildings in fading daylight, while the aperture of f/10 provides high depth of field. The low ISO of 100 guarantees high image quality without disturbing digital noise.
- Choose a moderate aperture like f/10 to capture the entire architectural scene with sharp detail.
- Use a longer shutter speed to gather sufficient light for a detailed image during the blue hour.
- Ensure the camera is steady when using a long shutter speed to keep the 3.2-second exposure free from motion blur.