Panoramic view of the illuminated waterfront of Lucerne at night
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Lucerne lake basin at night

December 17, 2022

Image description

A night panorama of the Lucerne lake basin, showing the lights of the promenade reflected in the water.
Date taken
December 17, 2022
Resolution
22'171 × 4'681 px (103.8 MP)
Shutter speed
13 s
Aperture
f/18
ISO
400
Focal length
50 mm

Photography tips

How this image was taken

For this night panorama, a shutter speed of 13 seconds was used to capture the low ambient light. An aperture of f/18 provides a deep depth of field, while the ISO setting of 400 helps control image noise during the long exposure.

  • Use a long shutter speed to capture the light reflections of the promenade clearly on the water.
  • Select a small aperture like f/18 to ensure consistent sharpness across the entire city panorama.
  • Use a moderate ISO setting to maintain a balance between light sensitivity and image quality for night shots.

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