Image description
The historic Water Tower in Lucerne during winter weather. The roof of the tower is covered in snow, framed by a street lamp in the foreground.
- Date taken
- January 3, 2026
- Resolution
- 3'888 × 5'184 px (20.2 MP)
- Shutter speed
- 1/60 s
- Aperture
- f/14
- ISO
- 500
- Focal length
- 37 mm
Photography tips
How this image was taken
For this shot in winter light, an aperture of f/14 was chosen to achieve a deep depth of field, while the shutter speed of 1/60 s at 37 mm ensures a clear image. The ISO of 500 compensates for the lighting conditions under an overcast sky.
- Use a closed aperture like f/14 so that both the near foreground and the main subject are rendered in sharp focus.
- Intentionally place a nearby element, such as a street lamp, in the foreground to give the image depth.
- Choose a medium focal length of about 37 mm to naturally frame the building within its urban surroundings.