Image description
The Chapel Bridge and Wasserturm in Lucerne are illuminated for Christmas and reflect in the dark water of the Reuss. The image captures a nocturnal winter atmosphere in Central Switzerland.
- Date taken
- November 22, 2025
- Resolution
- 3'861 × 5'148 px (19.9 MP)
- Shutter speed
- 4 s
- Aperture
- f/10
- ISO
- 1000
- Focal length
- 45 mm
Photography tips
How this image was taken
To capture clear images in low light conditions such as the Chapel Bridge, a long exposure of 4 seconds was used. An aperture of f/10 ensures sufficient depth of field, while an ISO of 1000 increases sensitivity for the dark environment.
- Use a long shutter speed to allow enough light from the Christmas illumination to hit the sensor.
- Choose a medium to closed aperture to capture sharp details on both the bridge and the tower.
- Adjust the ISO value according to the light situation to achieve a correct exposure despite the darkness of the night.