Image description
The summit plateau of Mount Pilatus with the Hotel Pilatus-Kulm in the clear morning atmosphere of winter. The snow-covered mountain peak is embraced by the soft light of the early day.
- Date taken
- March 8, 2026
- Resolution
- 3'636 × 4'848 px (17.6 MP)
- Shutter speed
- 1/80 s
- Aperture
- f/2
- ISO
- 500
- Focal length
- 12 mm
Photography tips
How this image was taken
For this shot, a focal length of 12 mm was used to capture the scale of the Pilatus summit with a wide angle of view. The aperture of f/2, combined with a shutter speed of 1/80 s and ISO 500, ensured a balanced exposure during the early morning atmosphere.
- Use an ultra-wide-angle lens for expansive landscapes to capture both the mountain peak and the plateau in their entirety.
- Adjust your settings to ensure a shutter speed that allows for a sharp, shake-free image when shooting handheld.
- Take advantage of the soft morning light to emphasize the textures of the snow and rock formations.