The Water Tower in Lucerne on the Reuss river with Mount Pilatus in the background
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Water Tower in Lucerne with Mount Pilatus

April 21, 2026

Image description

The historic Water Tower stands on the Reuss river in Lucerne, with the snow-covered massif of Mount Pilatus in the background. The low sunlight creates clear contrasts and a reflection in the water.
Date taken
April 21, 2026
Resolution
3'888 × 5'184 px (20.2 MP)
Shutter speed
1.3 s
Aperture
f/22
ISO
100
Focal length
29 mm

Photography tips

How this image was taken

The shutter speed of 1.3 seconds smoothens the water surface, creating a soft reflection of the Water Tower, while the aperture of f/22 ensures deep focus from the foreground to Mount Pilatus in the background.

  • Use a small aperture like f/22 to achieve consistent depth of field across the entire scene.
  • Select a longer shutter speed to calm the movement of the water and enhance the reflections.
  • Keep the ISO at 100 to maintain maximum image quality and avoid digital noise during long exposure.

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