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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.


21. February 2022

Snapshot 66: City Lights

An empty alley in a metropolis, tall buildings rising into the night sky, and artificial light illuminating the darkness. Together they form magical motifs that Aishy, photographer, art director, and video director from France, captures with his camera and immerses us in the Japanese night scenery.

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14. February 2022

Snapshot 66: Colorful play of light

Good lighting is important. When this becomes a play of light, it is all the more exciting and thrilling. This is exactly what distinguishes the professional fashion photographer Glenn Norwood.

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14. February 2022

Food photography | Tips for really tasty photos of food / dishes

Food is always something beautiful! The eye eats with you - so reason enough to push your Instagram lifestyle by photographing your food!

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08. February 2022

Snapshot 66: Underwater

For each type of photography and each photo project there is a unique implementation. The artist's idea determines the exact recipe. Brett Stanley has perfected his recipe.

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31. January 2022

From our snapshot 66: Moonscapes

We are used to living with the warm colors of the sun. As soon as it shines, we go out, run and hike or take photos. Who wishes to live with the light of the moon? Isabella Tabacchi does! Especially when the moon surrounds and illuminates her favorite landscapes with its light.

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27. January 2022

Camera Basics #09 - Focus Mode

The focus: one of the most important tools of your camera to get a sharp and precise image. However, there are different types of focus or focus modes on your camera: in this post you'll learn all about the different modes and how they work!

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24. January 2022

From our Schnappschuss 66: Blue hour

When the sun with its warm, golden colors disappears behind the horizon, the time of the blue hour has come...and the time of Naro. Born in Bangkok and raised in Berlin, the amateur photographer loves the blue hour, that is, the light situation in the sky before complete darkness falls.

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22. January 2022

87 | 100 Love at first sight

Foto Koch celebrates 100 years and we tell YOUR best stories, because without you we wouldn't be here. Today's story comes from Amatus Kusic and he tells about his "love" that he found at first sight: the Dreischeibenhaus in Düsseldorf.

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19. January 2022

Canon EOS R5 C - EOS Cinema in compact

One year after the introduction of the EOS C70, Canon now takes another big step towards a compact cinema camera. With the EOS R5 C, the big problems regarding the video features of the R5 are supposed to be solved, making it a perfect companion for every videographer.

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28. December 2021

Nikon Z9 - The new flagship

Nikon officially announced the development of the Z9 back in March 2021, and it was presented with all specifications in the fall. Now the first cameras are about to be delivered and it becomes clear what the new flagship sports camera from Nikon can do.

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29. November 2021

The winners of our challenge

The photo challenge of the Online Photo Days was all about the three photographic themes color, motion blur and water. It wasn't easy for us to decide with all your fantastic submissions! These are the winners!

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13. November 2021

86 | 100 The return of the bison

Foto Koch is celebrating 100 years and we are telling YOUR best stories, because without you we wouldn't be here. Today's story comes from Alessandro Sgro and he tells about the return of the bison, which he captured photographically.

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11. November 2021

Sony Xperia Pro-I - Redefined!

The Xperia PRO-I redefines the smartphone. The combination of professional image quality and the communication features of a smartphone make the Xperia Pro I unique and outstanding! It allows you to stay creative at all times without carrying heavy photo equipment. Compact, creative, anytime.

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08. November 2021

Fascination underwater photography

Whether a portrait shoot in the pool, the local waters or the open sea, Claudia's passion is underwater photography.

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08. November 2021

Atmospheric portrait photography - with Greta (stolensunshine)

Greta's (stolensunshine) enthusiasm for new hobbies, crazy ideas and creative projects has accompanied her through life since she was a little girl. However, when she found photography by chance in 2014, it never let her go.

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08. November 2021

Focus on the Future - new Tamron lenses

Presentation of the latest lenses of the Tamron series by Sven Diegel.

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07. November 2021

Q&A - Sony Alpha Cameras & Lenses

Christian Laxander answers all questions about Sony.

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07. November 2021

Low Light Shooting with the new Sony Alpha 7 IV

Christian Laxander is THE Sony pro and introduces you to the latest Sony highlights. This livestream is all about the low-light performance of the cameras. Don't miss out on the latest innovations!

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07. November 2021

Sony Alpha 7 IV - the most exciting novelty currently?

Christian Laxander talks about perhaps the most long-awaited camera.

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06. November 2021

LIVE: Tips for successful wedding photography

Step by step to the perfect wedding photography, with the help of tips from Mike Krüger Klaus Hellmich!

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06. November 2021

What sensor size do I need?

Every photo enthusiast knows this question, that's why we clarify this question in this live show to our photo days!

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05. November 2021

Talk about the most exciting novelties

This is all about all the new highlights from the manufacturers Sony, Nikon Canon. We talk about the Sony 7 IV, the Nikon z9 and the Canon R3.

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05. November 2021

Canon EOS R3 in outdoor shooting

Experience the Canon EOS R3 in action during an outdoor shoot. Richard Walch shows the new Canon mirrorless camera!

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05. November 2021

Unstoppable. A new benchmark? The Nikon Z9 and the Z System

Juliander Enßle will present the new Nikon z9 and other special features of the Z-System. All about Nikon is the motto of this panel and we are very much looking forward to this session.

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05. November 2021

The reality of wildlife photography - Sigma 150-600mm

Who hasn't experienced this? The long-awaited photo trip is just around the corner. We read reports, watch a few YouTube videos on the subject and sooner or later ask ourselves whether our equipment is enough or whether we should buy a new camera or a longer telephoto lens. After all, you want to get the best out of your trip. With the new Sigma 150-600mm, everything becomes child's play!

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