View of the chapel on the steep ridge at Mount Pilatus
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Chapel on the ridge near Mount Pilatus

August 6, 2025

Image description

A small chapel is situated on a narrow mountain ridge within the rocky landscape of the Pilatus massif. The green mountain slope with a summit cross stretches out in the background.
Date taken
August 6, 2025
Resolution
3'888 × 5'184 px (20.2 MP)
Shutter speed
1/100 s
Aperture
f/7.1
ISO
200
Focal length
45 mm

Photography tips

How this image was taken

For this shot, an aperture of f/7.1 was chosen to ensure sufficient sharpness for both the chapel and its surroundings, while an ISO of 200 maintains good image quality. A shutter speed of 1/100 s is appropriate for the 45 mm focal length to achieve a sharp image without motion blur.

  • Use a moderate aperture such as f/7.1 to achieve balanced depth of field across the entire scene.
  • Choose an elevated vantage point to effectively frame the chapel on the ridge against the background.
  • With a focal length of 45 mm, focus on positioning the chapel to serve as the central element within the mountain landscape.