Image description
The night view over Lucerne shows the festive illumination of the old town during the Christmas season. The city lights are reflected in the Reuss river and along the shores of Lake Lucerne.
- Date taken
- November 29, 2023
- Resolution
- 5'944 × 3'963 px (23.6 MP)
- Shutter speed
- 25 s
- Aperture
- f/18
- ISO
- 400
- Focal length
- 30 mm
Photography tips
How this image was taken
In this shot, the long exposure time of 25 s ensures the necessary light for the nocturnal cityscape, while the aperture of f/18 guarantees great depth of field across the entire frame.
- Use a long exposure time to capture the city lights optimally in the darkness.
- Select a small aperture to achieve deep depth of field and render fine details of the festive illumination.
- Pay attention to light reflections in water surfaces, as these create a tranquil atmosphere in night shots.