Skyscrapers

Challenge #15 in the Urban Challenges series. Hosted by j-aperture.

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Skyscrapers are hallmarks of modern cities. Show us your most stunning shots of these modern marvels!

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Empire State Building

by Kasteel

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Shot from its feet. Therefore the typical peak is not visible. But still it gives you a humble feeling looking up.

Camera:	Canon PowerShot SD500 (Digital IXUS 700 / IXY Digital 600)
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Submitted:	Tuesday, 31st July, 2012 17:43 (GMT)
Taken:	Sunday, 26th April, 2009
Focal length:	7.7 mm
Shutter speed:	1/60 sec
Aperture:	F2.8
ISO:	100
Notes:	Greath depth of field with these small travel cams. Even at F 2.8 !
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Galleries:	View this photo in Kasteel's gallery

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