Image description
The red train of the Pilatus cogwheel railway winds its way through the distinctive rock formations of Mount Pilatus. A view of the steep route of the world's steepest cogwheel railway.
- Date taken
- August 1, 2026
- Resolution
- 6'000 × 4'000 px (24 MP)
- Shutter speed
- 1/125 s
- Aperture
- f/14
- ISO
- 200
- Focal length
- 100 mm
Photography tips
How this image was taken
For this shot, an aperture of f/14 was used to achieve a high depth of field across the rock landscape, while the 100 mm focal length optically compresses the train. The combination of 1/125 s and ISO 200 allowed for a sharp rendering of details with sufficient brightness.
- Use a small aperture to ensure both the rock formations and the train remain in focus.
- Choose a medium telephoto focal length to frame the train within the steep cliff and tighten your composition.
- Pay attention to a fast shutter speed to avoid motion blur of the moving train.