View across Lake Lucerne towards the city of Lucerne and Mount Pilatus in the background
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Lucerne lake basin with view of Mount Pilatus

October 7, 2025

Image description

View across the Lucerne lake basin towards Mount Pilatus, framed by autumn chestnut leaves in the foreground.
Date taken
October 7, 2025
Resolution
5'184 × 3'888 px (20.2 MP)
Shutter speed
1/200 s
Aperture
f/13
ISO
200
Focal length
29 mm

Photography tips

How this image was taken

With an aperture of f/13, both the foreground chestnut leaves and the distant Mount Pilatus remain sharp, while the ISO 200 and 1/200 s shutter speed ensure a clear image in the given light.

  • Use a wide angle lens like the 29 mm focal length here to capture the entire scene.
  • Incorporate a nearby element as a foreground to add depth to your image.
  • Choose a small aperture if you want to achieve consistent sharpness from the front to the back.

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