View from a narrow alley in Lucerne looking towards the snow-covered Pilatus mountain.
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View of Mount Pilatus through an alley

April 11, 2026

Image description

A narrow alley in Lucerne frames the view of the distinctive, partially snow-covered Pilatus mountain. The building facade in the foreground creates a quiet contrast to the mountain landscape.
Date taken
April 11, 2026
Resolution
3'888 × 5'184 px (20.2 MP)
Shutter speed
1/125 s
Aperture
f/18
ISO
200
Focal length
40 mm

Photography tips

How this image was taken

For this shot, an aperture of f/18 was used to achieve a deep depth of field, keeping both the foreground building facade and the distant Pilatus mountain in focus. The combination of a 1/125 s shutter speed and an ISO of 200 ensures a balanced exposure under the prevailing light conditions.

  • Use natural framing elements such as building walls or roofs to guide the viewer's gaze specifically towards a distant subject like the mountain.
  • Choose a small aperture when you want to keep both the foreground and the background in focus simultaneously.
  • Pay attention to the placement of elements within the frame when using a 40 mm focal length to create a clear structure in your composition.

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