Image description
Mount Pilatus in Central Switzerland covered in snow, illuminated by the warm light of the setting sun. The mountain peaks are partially obscured by dense, golden-hued clouds.
- Date taken
- March 27, 2024
- Resolution
- 3'744 × 2'496 px (9.3 MP)
- Shutter speed
- 30 s
- Aperture
- f/45
- ISO
- 100
- Focal length
- 400 mm
Photography tips
How this image was taken
For this shot at a 400 mm focal length, a shutter speed of 30 s and an aperture of f/45 at ISO 100 were used to precisely capture the mountain formations despite the challenging light conditions.
- Use a stable base for long focal lengths to ensure a shake-free image despite the long 30 s shutter speed.
- Experiment with the aperture to achieve the desired depth of field for the details of the snow-covered peak.
- Choose a low ISO setting of 100 to minimize image noise and clearly capture the subtle color nuances of the evening light.