View of Mount Pilatus and Lake Lucerne at sunset
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Mount Pilatus at dusk over Lake Lucerne

March 14, 2024

Image description

Twilight over Lake Lucerne with the prominent Mount Pilatus massif in the background. The final daylight creates an orange glow on the horizon, reflected on the calm water surface.
Date taken
March 14, 2024
Resolution
6'000 × 4'000 px (24 MP)
Shutter speed
15 s
Aperture
f/22
ISO
800
Focal length
15 mm

Photography tips

How this image was taken

In this shot, the long exposure time of 15 seconds creates a smooth water surface, while the aperture of f/22 ensures a deep depth of field. The ISO 800 setting allows for proper exposure during twilight using a 15 mm wide-angle lens.

  • Use a long exposure time to smooth out the motion of the water.
  • Select a high f-number like f/22 if you want consistent sharpness from foreground to background.
  • Use a wide-angle lens to capture the expansive panorama of the lake and the mountains.

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