Silhouettes of the Mount Pilatus massif near Lucerne at dusk
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Mount Pilatus during the blue hour

February 9, 2023

Image description

The contours of the Pilatus massif stand out against a deep blue sky at twilight. A delicate pink glow marks the transition to the horizon.
Date taken
February 9, 2023
Resolution
5'952 × 3'968 px (23.6 MP)
Shutter speed
10 s
Aperture
f/22
ISO
400
Focal length
22 mm

Photography tips

How this image was taken

With a shutter speed of 10 seconds, you capture the low light of twilight, while an aperture of f/22 ensures sharpness throughout. The ISO of 400 provides a balanced sensitivity for this long exposure.

  • Use a longer shutter speed to capture the subtle lighting conditions of the blue hour.
  • Select a high aperture like f/22 to achieve deep focus.
  • Apply an ISO of 400 in these light conditions to keep image noise low.
  • Experiment with a 22 mm focal length to capture the expanse of the mountain landscape.