Image description
The summit of Mount Pilatus captured in the soft colors of the evening. The snow-covered rock formations and the mountain hotel stand out against the dusky sky.
- Date taken
- December 21, 2024
- Resolution
- 1'404 × 2'496 px (3.5 MP)
- Shutter speed
- 1/400 s
- Aperture
- f/8
- ISO
- 160
- Focal length
- 200 mm
Photography tips
How this image was taken
This shot uses a 200 mm focal length with an aperture of f/8 for optimal image quality, while the shutter speed of 1/400 s at ISO 160 ensures a sharp, steady depiction of the mountain structures.
- Use a focal length of 200 mm or more to isolate details of the rock formations and the mountain hotel.
- Choose an aperture around f/8 to achieve the necessary sharpness for the textures in the snow and rock.
- Observe the evening light, which highlights the summit areas and adds depth to the landscape.