Image description
The historic Chapel Bridge in Lucerne is covered in snow on a winter day. Passersby walk along the bank of the Reuss river, while the Water Tower rises above the water in the background.
- Date taken
- January 3, 2026
- Resolution
- 5'184 × 3'888 px (20.2 MP)
- Shutter speed
- 1/3 s
- Aperture
- f/9
- ISO
- 200
- Focal length
- 12 mm
Photography tips
How this image was taken
In this winter shot, the combination of f/9 aperture and 12mm focal length provides deep depth of field, while the 1/3 second shutter speed at ISO 200 allows for a clear representation of the scene.
- Choose a wide-angle focal length to capture the architectural context of the bridge and its surrounding environment.
- Use a moderate aperture like f/9 to ensure both the foreground railing and the Chapel Bridge in the background remain sharp.
- Pay attention to camera stability when using longer shutter speeds to avoid motion blur in the architectural details.