Image description
The trees along the Reuss river are decorated with glowing spheres during the Christmas season. In the background, the night silhouette of Lucerne city is visible.
- Date taken
- November 22, 2025
- Resolution
- 5'184 × 3'888 px (20.2 MP)
- Shutter speed
- 2.5 s
- Aperture
- f/20
- ISO
- 1000
- Focal length
- 15 mm
Photography tips
How this image was taken
For this night shot, the shutter speed of 2.5 s and aperture of f/20 allow for a deep depth of field, while the ISO 1000 setting provides the necessary sensitivity for the glowing spheres.
- Use a shutter speed of several seconds to capture sufficient light in dark conditions.
- Select a small aperture like f/20 to achieve a great depth of field across the entire scene.
- Apply a wide-angle lens with a focal length of 15 mm to frame the trees and the city silhouette effectively.