Red carriage of the Pilatus cogwheel railway in an underground station
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Cogwheel train of the Pilatus Railway at the station

October 5, 2025

Image description

The red carriage of the world's steepest cogwheel railway is parked in the underground station. A glowing dragon symbol is displayed on the ceiling above the tracks.
Date taken
October 5, 2025
Resolution
5'184 × 3'888 px (20.2 MP)
Shutter speed
1/80 s
Aperture
f/2
ISO
4000
Focal length
12 mm

Photography tips

How this image was taken

To capture a sharp image in the dim lighting of the underground station, an aperture of f/2 was used to allow plenty of light to enter. The ISO 4000 setting enabled a shutter speed of 1/80 s, which is sufficient to avoid motion blur when holding the camera steady.

  • Use a wide aperture such as f/2 to capture enough light in low-light conditions.
  • Select a focal length of 12 mm for a wide perspective to include both the train and the surrounding environment.
  • Maintain a shutter speed of at least 1/80 s when shooting handheld to ensure a sharp image.