Image description
The night view of the Hofkirche in Lucerne with an illuminated Christmas star mounted between the two towers. The scene is reflected in the calm waters of Lake Lucerne.
- Date taken
- December 3, 2025
- Resolution
- 3'847 × 5'129 px (19.7 MP)
- Shutter speed
- 2 s
- Aperture
- f/9
- ISO
- 1000
- Focal length
- 62 mm
Photography tips
How this image was taken
For this night scene, the two-second exposure time combined with an aperture of f/9 allows for detailed architecture, while an ISO of 1000 ensures sufficient brightness. A focal length of 62 mm helps to bring the building closer and capture the proportions of the towers effectively.
- Use a longer exposure time to capture the remaining ambient light, allowing the lights to reflect in the water.
- Choose a medium aperture like f/9 to capture both the details of the church and the reflections sharply.
- Adjust the ISO to find a balanced relationship between image noise and brightness in low light conditions.