Image description
The view extends across the prominent green ridge of the Pilatus massif to the steep, rocky flanks and surrounding peaks. A cloudy sky defines the light in this alpine landscape in Central Switzerland.
- Date taken
- August 1, 2026
- Resolution
- 5'184 × 3'888 px (20.2 MP)
- Shutter speed
- 1/500 s
- Aperture
- f/9
- ISO
- 500
- Focal length
- 12 mm
Photography tips
How this image was taken
The aperture of f/9 combined with a 12 mm focal length provides a deep depth of field, while the shutter speed of 1/500 s at ISO 500 ensures crisp shots even under cloudy skies.
- Use a wide-angle lens to capture the ridge and peaks in their full expanse.
- Select a smaller aperture to ensure both the foreground ridge and the distant mountains remain in focus.
- Pay attention to a fast shutter speed under cloudy conditions to accurately capture the details in the alpine structure.