Image description
A view over the dark mountain ranges of Central Switzerland under a sky illuminated by the evening sun. The distinctive formations of the Pilatus massif are silhouetted against the backlight.
- Date taken
- November 15, 2025
- Resolution
- 3'744 × 2'496 px (9.3 MP)
- Shutter speed
- 1/1250 s
- Aperture
- f/7.1
- ISO
- 400
- Focal length
- 50 mm
Photography tips
How this image was taken
In this shot, the fast shutter speed of 1/1250 s ensures a sharp capture of the mountain formations, while the aperture of f/7.1 allows for a balanced depth of field against the backlight.
- Use a fast shutter speed when shooting into the light to prevent overexposure of the bright sky.
- Choose a moderate aperture like f/7.1 to keep the details of the mountain ranges sharp across the entire distance.
- Pay attention to the layering of the mountains when using a 50 mm focal length to emphasize the depth of the scene.