Image description
Alpine flowers in the foreground frame the view over Lake Lucerne and the surrounding Central Swiss landscape. The photograph was taken within the rocky slopes of Mount Pilatus.
- Date taken
- June 13, 2026
- Resolution
- 9'221 × 6'147 px (56.7 MP)
- Shutter speed
- 1/80 s
- Aperture
- f/22
- ISO
- 320
- Focal length
- 30 mm
Photography tips
How this image was taken
An aperture of f/22 was used for this shot to achieve a deep depth of field, capturing both the blooming foreground and the wide landscape in the background. The 30 mm focal length provides a natural perspective, while the ISO 320 and the shutter speed of 1/80 s ensure a stable exposure in daylight.
- Use an aperture of f/22 when you want to achieve extensive depth of field to keep everything from the close foreground to the distance in focus.
- Pay attention to the composition by using distinct elements like alpine flowers as a natural frame to add depth to your image.
- Select a medium focal length around 30 mm to capture a balanced relationship between the foreground detail and the vastness of the landscape.