Image description
The nightly row of houses along the bank of the Reuss river in Lucerne with the illuminated Musegg wall in the background. Light reflections from the historic buildings shimmer in the water.
- Date taken
- October 31, 2025
- Resolution
- 5'184 × 3'888 px (20.2 MP)
- Shutter speed
- 2.5 s
- Aperture
- f/2.5
- ISO
- 200
- Focal length
- 12 mm
Photography tips
How this image was taken
For this night shot, the shutter speed of 2.5 seconds allows enough light to reach the sensor while keeping the ISO at 200 to minimise image noise. The wide aperture of f/2.5 ensures sufficient exposure in the dark environment, and the 12 mm focal length captures the entire panoramic view of the riverside buildings.
- Select a low ISO setting to maintain high image quality and detail in the nocturnal light reflections.
- Use a longer shutter speed to capture the brightness of the city lights without needing artificial brightening.
- Employ a wide-angle focal length to include the entire riverbank and the architectural details harmoniously within the frame.