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Photography Blog | News, Technology & Inspiration

Camera tests, news, tips and inspiration for your photography! In the Foto Koch Blog you will find current topics and trends around photography and video production. We inform you about new cameras, lenses and other electronic devices, write testimonials and give inspiration from other photographers and artists. In the Foto Koch blog you will also find many articles from our photography magazine Schnappschuss.


27. September 2023

Wildlife and Landscape with the Sony Alpha 6700

It doesn't always have to be full frame! Marina and Benedikt were out and about in the Bavarian woods with the Sony Alpha 6700 and tested the combination with the 70-350mm for you in detail.

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26. September 2023

Medium format of the future with the Fujifilm GFX 100 II

Medium format is a myth that many photographers dream of and Fujifilm offers this dream with the GFX series, so after many years the GFX100 now gets the next generation with the GFX 100 II.

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25. September 2023

DJI Mini 4 Pro, foolproof to professional drone flight

DJI surprises us every time anew with the mini series, because this year the 249g drone gets more features of the larger drones, such as the popular waypoint function, with which drones flies along an established path. But also the camera has received some upgrades, more about that in a moment.

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22. September 2023

From the Schnappschuss: 'Behind the Scenes': 5 tips for better pictures

Anyone who takes photos knows that the work is far from done when you press the shutter release button - it's not uncommon for it to really start after the shoot. Of course, this can never be completely prevented, but there are a few things you can do to reduce the amount of work involved in post-processing. The following checklist will help you.

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12. September 2023

Our first test of the Panasonic Lumix G9II

This year there is simply a reason for Panasonic fans to celebrate, because their system cameras have been around for 15 years and this is celebrated with a new Lumix G9II. This camera is a welcome successor to the G9 and you can find out why in the following article.

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29. August 2023

Sony Alpha 7c II and 7c R in comparison

With the Alpha 7c II and the 7c R, Sony introduces two new cameras that we were allowed to test in advance. In this blog post with a video, you can find out what both cameras can do and which camera is the best choice for you.

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29. August 2023

First test of the Sony 16-35mm f2.8 GM2 compared to the 16-35 GM1

The new Sony 16-35mm GM2 is here and sets new standards! It is lighter, sharper and even more compact than its predecessor! Therefore, we show you today the direct comparison of the two G-Master lenses and show whether an upgrade is worth it!

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29. August 2023

First test of the Sony 16-35mm f2.8 GM2 compared to the 16-35 GM1

The new Sony 16-35mm GM2 is here and sets new standards! It is lighter, sharper and even more compact than its predecessor! Therefore, we'll show you the direct comparison of the two G-Master lenses and tell you whether an upgrade is worth it!

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24. August 2023

Test report: The Tamron 35-150mm f2-2.8 zoom lens, which makes all fixed focal lengths obsolete!

Finally Nikon gets the Tamron 35-150mm and we could test it extensively for you! Besides a video, we also have many practical examples.

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17. August 2023

Camera Basics #15: What is bokeh anyway?

The magic of photography has always been characterized by its aesthetics of cropping and the play of light and shadow. The word bokeh comes from the Japanese and translated means as much as "blur" or also the "blurriness".

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15. August 2023

From the snapshot 'Humor': A special group of weird birds

Fun is at the heart of Steve Best's work. As a comedian and photographer, he holds a great trump card and gains access to otherwise hidden moments. He takes us into the world of entertainment, shows the trappings and makes the comedy scene personal. His resulting series COMEDIANS is also available as a coffee table book, the second part of which has just been published.

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08. August 2023

From Schnappschuss 'Humor': picture baker with passion

Imagine sitting in a giant sandbox. The options for design are endless. Time doesn't matter. You can experiment and try out until the thoughts and ideas fall out of your head. Ingo Lindmeier builds his own motifs and always has one thing in mind: fun!

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07. August 2023

Difference between contrast, phase hybrid autofocus

Autofocus takes a lot of the work out of photography; of course, there are also purists who like to focus manually.

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04. August 2023

Watch again: Current trends in wedding photography

We spoke with wedding photographer and filmmaker Awid Safaei about his work, new trends in wedding photography, and his journey into self-employment. Awid told us why he shoots weddings and how he produces video content for Instagram on the side.

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03. August 2023

Camera Basics #13: CMOS, BSI sensor or stacked sensor? What are the differences?

As a specialist retailer, we have a mission: we want to give you the best possible advice and help you to better understand the differences between the various technologies available on the camera market. That's why we want to give you an understanding of the different sensor technologies today. In particular, the differences between the stacked sensor and the BSI sensor.

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01. August 2023

Camera Basics #12: Getting started with macro photography

Imaging small objects and details in a big way! That already describes macro photography very well! But what exactly could be a motif for this type of photography? Soap bubbles, insects, flowers, snowflakes and much more, that could include the shots as a motif.

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30. July 2023

Which binoculars for the next hike?

Nature is calling! Whether it's summer or winter that drives you to vacation or your next trip. With this article we want to give you a contribution to create the perfect basis for the discovery of the local wildlife.

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27. July 2023

The right binoculars for hunting

Finding an animal at a distance is not always easy, whether stalking, battue or driven hunt. A pair of binoculars as a perfect companion for hunting must require various criteria such as weather resistance under any condition, whether heavy rain or fog.

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25. July 2023

Things to know about deep discharge for camera batteries

Who has ever really dealt with camera batteries and the deep discharge. We have collected some information around the topic for you.

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15. July 2023

5 reasons for the Canon RF system

Should I switch from my beloved EF lenses to the RF system? This is a question that many Canon fans are probably asking themselves. Even though the EF bayonet is more than 30 years old, it is still very popular. Why switching to the RF system can still be a good investment, you will find out in this article.

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12. July 2023

Sony Alpha 6700 - Does APS-C live on for photo fans?

This year, we've already introduced a few new Sony products, only so far the focus has been heavily on content creators and vloggers. This is about to change, as we have tested a special new camera. Find out whether the Alpha 6700 lives up to the high expectations in this blog post and in our video.

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12. July 2023

Sony 70-200 f/4 OSS G II - Tele or macro?

Use a 70-200 as a macro? Now it's possible! We introduce you to the new Sony 70-200 f/4 G II, Sony's 73rd E-mount lens with an interesting twist.

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12. July 2023

The new Sony ECM-M1

With the new ECM-M1, Sony also wants to make the world of content creation even easier in the accessories sector. Find out what the new shotgun microphone can do and for whom it is suitable in this blog post and our video.

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07. July 2023

The new Leica Q3 in the test

We finally had the chance to test the new Leica Q3 for you. Find out here what this camera can do and why it is the most potent Leica yet.

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27. June 2023

Understanding flash and continuous light - Camera Basics #11

Photography has many facets. Working with artificial light is only one of them. In this article, we want to show you the differences between the various light sources and explain the properties of the devices.

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