Image description
The orange-glowing sun descends behind the distinct peaks of the Pilatus massif in Central Switzerland.
- Date taken
- March 8, 2026
- Resolution
- 2'667 × 4'000 px (10.7 MP)
- Shutter speed
- 1/400 s
- Aperture
- f/8
- ISO
- 320
- Focal length
- 400 mm
Photography tips
How this image was taken
At a focal length of 400 mm, the shutter speed of 1/400 s allows for a sharp capture of the sun, while the aperture of f/8 provides sufficient depth of field and sharpness. The moderate ISO value of 320 keeps image noise low.
- Use a long focal length to make the sun appear large in relation to the Pilatus massif.
- Choose a fast shutter speed to avoid motion blur when using a high zoom factor.
- Use a medium aperture to achieve a good level of detail in the silhouette.