Image description
A snow-covered roof section of the historic Chapel Bridge in Lucerne under a grey winter sky. The wooden gable featuring a coat of arms is framed by branches of a snow-laden tree.
- Date taken
- January 3, 2026
- Resolution
- 3'888 × 5'184 px (20.2 MP)
- Shutter speed
- 1/60 s
- Aperture
- f/10
- ISO
- 500
- Focal length
- 45 mm
Photography tips
How this image was taken
For this snowy subject, the aperture of f/10 provided sufficient depth of field, while the ISO 500 allowed for a shutter speed of 1/60 s to ensure proper exposure in overcast conditions.
- Use an aperture like f/10 to capture both the gable and the branches in the foreground in focus.
- Adjust your ISO setting to maintain a short shutter speed in low light to prevent motion blur.
- Look for a striking architectural element and use natural structures like branches for composition to frame your shot.