Image description
The Pilatus massif rises above Lake Lucerne at sunset. The clouds in the sky reflect the warm tones of the fading day.
- Date taken
- August 22, 2026
- Resolution
- 5'184 × 3'888 px (20.2 MP)
- Shutter speed
- 1/320 s
- Aperture
- f/4
- ISO
- 200
- Focal length
- 45 mm
Photography tips
How this image was taken
This image was captured with a focal length of 45 mm, providing a natural perspective of the Pilatus massif. The combination of a 1/320 s shutter speed and f/4 aperture at ISO 200 allows for a clear depiction of the mountain in the fading light of sunset.
- Use a shutter speed of 1/320 s to prevent motion blur when shooting handheld.
- Select a medium aperture like f/4 to focus on the mountain while capturing sufficient light.
- Keep the ISO at 200 to ensure high image quality without digital noise in the evening light.