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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.


20. March 2025

The medium format compact camera from Fujifilm - Fujifilm GFX100RF

After the huge success of the Fujifilm x100vi and the Leica Q3, we now have two cameras with APS-C and full-frame sensors. But now Fujifilm is taking a new approach with the GFX100RF, a compact camera with a medium format sensor! Find out what this camera has to offer in this article!

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17. March 2025

Professional filming with Nikon cameras

Professional filming with Nikon cameras - the most important lessons learned from the workshop with Marian Hirschfeld

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13. March 2025

Photo competition details

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13. March 2025

Photo contest "Blue" | until September 12

Show us how blue your photography is and win great prizes!

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10. March 2025

Analog cameras in 2025

It's not a new trend, but analog photography has enjoyed great popularity for some time now. We also have various analog cameras in our range and if you come to Düsseldorf, you can also look for a few old treasures in our second-hand shop!

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06. March 2025

Going Orange

Suddenly all I saw was orange! I'd like to tell you about my absolute passion for photography and playing with my mostly non-professional modelsâ¦and why suddenly almost all my shoots were orange.

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05. March 2025

Guide to wedding photography

Accompanying a wedding is one of the highest arts of photography; why is that? A wedding is one of the most emotional moments in a couple's life. Here, the photographer is not just a photographer, but also an emotional support and a rock in the surf. Mastering the equipment is the linchpin here. That's why we want to give you the best tips for your next wedding in this article.

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26. February 2025

Small, light and flexible: Sony 16mm f/1.8 GM

With the new 16mm f/1.8 G in the ultra-wide-angle range, the company is presenting a new lens that now opens up even more creative possibilities. We were able to get our hands on the new fixed focal length in advance and test it briefly. In this blog post, we tell you all about what the new lens can do and, above all, for whom it might be worth a look.

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26. February 2025

New possibilities for sports and wildlife: Sony 400-800mm G OSS

With the new 400-800mm f/6.3-8 G OSS, Sony is adding a completely new focal length range to its telephoto zoom selection, which could be particularly exciting for wildlife and sports photographers. We were allowed to take the new lens in our hands for you in advance and subject it to a short practical test.

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25. February 2025

Review of Panasonic Lumix S1R II

The new Panasonic LUMIX S1R II is the most versatile LUMIX camera ever! We were allowed to test the new camera in advance and in this blog post with video we reveal what we like so much about the new S1R Mark II and why it replaces the Lumix S5 II as our favorite LUMIX camera.

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10. February 2025

For many, the most beautiful light of the day shines during the golden hour. Shortly before the sun sets or after it rises, many photography enthusiasts are particularly active. Naro is no exception.

07. February 2025

Guide: What photographers should consider when choosing printer paper

If you print your own pictures at home, you need to pay attention to a number of things. In addition to the right color profiles for the pictures, you need to pay attention to the drying times required by the respective papers and the effect you want to achieve with the paper on which the pictures are printed.

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06. February 2025

Nikon's fixed focal length Trinity - The portrait photographer's dream at aperture f1.2

The great Nikon Z mount with its 55mm diameter gave rise to hopes for a long time that all Nikon lenses in the system camera sector would now have a significantly larger aperture. But this was a long time coming in some cases. Now Nikon has delivered and completed its Trinity with the 35mm F1.2. This was preceded by the Nikon Nikkor 85mm F1.2 and the Nikon Nikkor 50mm F1.2.

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06. February 2025

OM SYSTEM is now launching a new lifestyle camera on the market with the new OM-3. Under the motto Born to Create, they are bringing back a true icon from the 80s, but with a modern twist!

16. January 2025

Guide to the right DJI drone

The Chinese company DJI now offers a large and diverse range of different drone product lines, which is why we want to use this as an opportunity to give you an overview of the different drones and how you can find the best drone for you.

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14. January 2025

Reduction to the essentials

A walk through the city offers unique impressions if you just keep your eyes open. For example, exciting scenes of urban life, nature in parks and impressive buildings or details thereof beckon. It is precisely these details that Ralf Pollack looks for and finds everywhere. His style: a mix of minimalism and modern architecture.

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10. January 2025

Canon EOS R5 II - Exploring New Zealand

New Zealand - a country full of contrasts. As a photographer, it is a dream destination, but also a challenge. Equipment is key here. With the new Canon EOS R5 II, Evolumina took on this challenge and quickly realized it during the trip: This camera is more than just a tool.

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14. December 2024

Guide to cleaning cameras and camera equipment

The dark season is a good time to give your camera equipment a new lease of life. Well-maintained camera equipment improves service life and loyalty.

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11. December 2024

Guide to winter sports photography and winter action photos

Your winter vacation is coming up and we want to give you a few tips on how to take the best shots for your photo album or your next Instagram post. You don't always have to have a super-telephoto lens on your camera. We'll give you the best tips on how to take the best shots of the ski slope, toboggan run and more.

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05. December 2024

Guide to cameras for children and young people

We are always being asked which camera to give your children or grandchildren. We would like to help you with this and recommend the best cameras for every age group.

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04. December 2024

Christmas gift ideas for photographers

It's that time again. The Christmas season is just around the corner and the one or the other last minute Christmas gift must be bought!

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29. November 2024

Guide to ND filters - How to find the right ND filter?

If you are new to photography or videography, you may be confused by the different names for light reduction and what an ND filter (neutral density filter) is used for.

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19. November 2024

After more than three years, there is finally to be a successor to the Sony Alpha 1 and today we got our hands on it and were able to test it for you. The Alpha 1 is aimed at absolute professional photographers, as it is the top of the range in the Sony product cosmos. It therefore represents the perfect hybrid camera, which was also made for every requirement. In this article, you will find out whether this is the case and whether the Sony Alpha 1 II lives up to this! In addition to the new camera, Sony has also gifted us with a new lens, the Sony 28-70 F2 GM.

19. November 2024

Review of the Sony Alpha 1 II

After more than three years, there is finally to be a successor to the Sony Alpha 1 and today we got our hands on it and were able to test it for you. The Alpha 1 is aimed at absolute professional photographers, because it is the top of the Sony product cosmos. It is therefore the perfect hybrid camera, made for every requirement. In this article, you will find out whether this is the case and whether the Sony Alpha 1 II lives up to this! In addition to the new camera, Sony has also gifted us with a new lens, the Sony 28-70 F2 GM.

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Also interesting

The medium format compact camera from Fujifilm - Fujifilm GFX100RF

After the huge success of the Fujifilm x100vi and the Leica Q3, we now have two cameras with APS-C and full-frame sensors. But now Fujifilm is taking a new approach with the GFX100RF, a compact camera with a medium format sensor! Find out what this camera has to offer in this article!

Inform now

Photo competition details

Show us your best pictures and win great prizes!

Join now

Photo contest "Blue" | until September 12

Show us how blue your photography is and win great prizes!

Join now

Analog cameras in 2025

It's not a new trend, but analog photography has enjoyed great popularity for some time now. We also have various analog cameras in our range and if you come to Düsseldorf, you can also look for a few old treasures in our second-hand shop!

read now