View of the Pilatus Kulm mountain station with yellow flowers in the foreground
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Pilatus Kulm mountain station in bright daylight

June 27, 2026

Image description

The Pilatus Kulm mountain station is shown under a clear, cloudless sky. Yellow alpine flowers are visible in the foreground, with the mountain peak rising in the background.
Date taken
June 27, 2026
Resolution
3'680 × 4'907 px (18.1 MP)
Shutter speed
1/125 s
Aperture
f/18
ISO
200
Focal length
12 mm

Photography tips

How this image was taken

In this bright daylight, the narrow aperture of f/18 ensures deep depth of field, while the short shutter speed of 1/125 s prevents overexposure. The 12 mm focal length allows for capturing both the alpine flowers in the foreground and the expansive mountain range in a single frame.

  • Use a wide-angle lens to actively incorporate the foreground into your composition.
  • Choose a small aperture to achieve deep depth of field from the close-up details to the distant peak.
  • Pay attention to the positioning of foreground elements when choosing your location to add depth to your image.