Image description
The nighttime facade of the Hotel Schweizerhof in Lucerne is decorated with illuminated stars on the balconies during the Christmas season. In front of the historic building, the busy street runs along Lake Lucerne.
- Date taken
- December 13, 2025
- Resolution
- 3'429 × 4'572 px (15.7 MP)
- Shutter speed
- 1.3 s
- Aperture
- f/9
- ISO
- 1000
- Focal length
- 12 mm
Photography tips
How this image was taken
For this nocturnal shot, the 1.3-second shutter speed ensures a balanced exposure, while the f/9 aperture keeps the details of the facade sharp. The ISO 1000 setting allows capturing the Christmas lights under challenging lighting conditions.
- Choose a 12 mm focal length for a wide perspective to frame the entire building symmetrically.
- Pay attention to using a small aperture like f/9 to achieve a high depth of field across the entire facade.
- Use a longer shutter speed to capture enough light and ensure you keep the camera steady for a stable result.