Image description
The low sun shines from behind the rugged peak of Mount Pilatus, illuminating the historic Hotel Pilatus-Kulm. A calm lighting atmosphere defines the alpine setting in front of the hotel building.
- Date taken
- June 13, 2026
- Resolution
- 6'000 × 4'000 px (24 MP)
- Shutter speed
- 1/80 s
- Aperture
- f/22
- ISO
- 125
- Focal length
- 21 mm
Photography tips
How this image was taken
For this shot, a 21 mm focal length was used to capture a wide angle, while the small aperture of f/22 creates a star-shaped sunburst effect and ensures deep focus throughout the frame. With an ISO of 125 and a shutter speed of 1/80 s, the image remains steady and detailed despite the high-contrast backlight.
- Use a small aperture like f/22 to turn light sources such as the sun into a distinctive starburst effect.
- Select a wide-angle lens around 21 mm to fit both the building and the surrounding rugged peaks into the frame.
- Maintain a low ISO setting when shooting against the low sun to ensure high image quality without unwanted noise.