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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.


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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19. November 2024

Review: Sony SEL 28-70mm F2 GM - The new benchmark for standard

The most popular focal lengths of 2024 are probably the focal lengths between 24 and 70mm. Okay, we are also talking about one of the standard focal lengths in photography, which probably covers most applications and can be found in every photo backpack.

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13. November 2024

Hands On - Sirui Aurora 85mm f/1.4

With the new Aurora 85mm f/1.4, Sirui has brought a new, fast portrait fixed focal length onto the market that is well worth a look. Mike Suminski took a closer look at the new lens for us and tells you what this lens can do and, above all, how it can be used for photography.

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12. November 2024

Storytelling and conception in food photography - live workshop with Leah Bethmann

How do you actually create food images that are about more than just aesthetic enjoyment? We will answer these and many other questions in this live workshop.

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12. November 2024

Abstract with humor - a different kind of food photography - live workshop with Leah Bethmann

This live workshop is about the question of how to tell the special stories behind the everyday - with a touch of humor.

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12. November 2024

Macro lenses in portrait photography - live workshop with Thomas Adorff

A macro lens for portrait photography? Do you need one? And how does it differ from other lenses? We will clarify all this in this live workshop.

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12. November 2024

From standard portrait to outstanding image - live workshop with Thomas Adorff

What makes a portrait special? In this workshop, Thomas Adorff will give you lots of tips and tricks to make your portraits more than just standard.

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12. November 2024

Body language, facial expressions and emotions - live workshop with Markus Hoppe

A strong portrait requires not only technical skill, but also the ability to communicate with the model and to recognize and capture emotional moments.

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12. November 2024

Basics for portraits in black and white - live workshop with Markus Hoppe

In this live workshop, Markus Hoppe will show you how to focus on the essence of your image and highlight the essential aspects of your portrait by avoiding color.

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12. November 2024

Manual focusing made easy - live workshop with Christian Laxander

Manual lenses offer you a lot of freedom in terms of design. In this live workshop, Christian Laxander will show you how easy it is to focus manually and what great looks you can create with manual lenses.

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12. November 2024

Autofocus hacks for stress-free wedding photography - live workshop with Ferdaus Nayebi

Especially at weddings, there is no time for experimentation - the focus has to be right. And the autofocus also needs to be used skillfully. Ferdaus Nayebi shows you how to do this in this live workshop.

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12. November 2024

Secrets of a successful couple shoot - live workshop with Ferdaus Nayebi

How do I create a good atmosphere for a couple shoot? What does it take to create natural and genuine photos? Ferdaus Nayebi answers these and many other questions in this live workshop.

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12. November 2024

High-end beauty photography despite a low budget - live workshop with Eleni Bogatini

Professional beauty shots on a budget? It's possible! Photographer Eleni Bogatini will show you exactly how in this workshop.

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12. November 2024

Clean beauty shots with 3-point lighting - live workshop with Eleni Bogatini

Sometimes less is more - in this workshop, photographer Eleni Bogatini will show you how to skillfully master clean beauty shots and what role lighting plays in the process.

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12. November 2024

Simple portraits with character - live workshop with Thomas Jones

Are you ready to immerse yourself in the fascinating world of character portraits? In this live workshop, Thomas B. Jones will show you how to create authentic and expressive images that perfectly capture your model's personality.

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12. November 2024

Storing lenses and camera equipment - what's the right way to do it?

In the wet seasons, it's easy to ask yourself one or two questions about storing your equipment. But many landscape and astrophotographers will now be heading out into nature in winter and here too we have a few smart ideas for a dry rucksack.

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06. November 2024

Guide to handball photography

Fast attacks, powerful throws and close duels characterize the game. Handball is a fast-paced team sport in which two teams try to throw the ball into the opponent's goal and is one of the most popular indoor sports in Germany alongside volleyball and basketball.

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01. November 2024

Which binoculars for your next safari?

Are you a fan of safaris in Africa, India or South America? No matter where you're going on your next safari, if you're not traveling with your safari photography equipment, then perhaps you'll be traveling with binoculars that are perfect for your safari!

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30. October 2024

Canon's RF lens presentation: RF 24mm f1.4, RF 50mm F1.4, RF 70-200mm f2.8L IS USM Z

Canon fans can finally look forward to many long-awaited lenses this year, which finally bring the Canon RF system with a significant improvement to the old Canon RF lenses!

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18. October 2024

The best cameras 2024 - Our editors' choice

This year had a lot to offer in terms of new cameras and, above all, many new lenses. But does it have to be a camera for you that was newly introduced this year 2024 or are cameras from 2022 or 2023 still top cameras that we choose as the best cameras of 2024? The answer is: Yes, we still have older cameras that are among our favorites.

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