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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. May 2020

Camera Basics #07 - Photo mode

The photo mode. What do you actually need it for? Do professionals really only take photos in manual mode? Find out in this Camera Basics article.

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08. April 2020

Fujifilm X-T4 vs X-T3 | X-series top models

In the new blog post, we present the Fujifilm X-T4 and show where the differences lie compared to its predecessor, the X-T3. Is the autofocus really twice as good?

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07. April 2020

Tamron 70-180mm f/2.8 Di III VXD Sony FE mount

We tested the ultra-light and compact 70-180mm f/2.8 Di III telephoto zoom lens for Sony FE mount from Tamron. We'll show you what makes it so special!

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17. March 2020

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Current information and updates on the effects of coronavirus

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13. March 2020

Sony Alpha 7R IV vs. 7R III

We have tested the latest member of the Sony Alpha 7R family and compared it with its direct predecessor. Read on to find out what has improved and for whom an upgrade is really worthwhile.

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13. March 2020

New from us: Eschenbach binoculars - quality and tradition

Binoculars, monoculars, spotting scopes and theater glasses from Eschenbach Optik impress with their outstanding optics, high functionality, excellent design and many extras.

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20. February 2020

Camera Basics #05 - What focal length do I need?

Have you taken your first steps with your new camera and now want to know what you need to get the look you want? Then take a look.

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12. February 2020

Olympus OM-D E-M1 III New and Hands On

In this blog post on the OM-D E-M1 III, we present the differences to the predecessor model and show which Olympus cameras are the best choice for photographers.

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12. February 2020

Camera Basics #04 - What is white balance?

Have you just bought a camera and are taking your first steps in photography? In this article, we explain white balance and show you how this setting affects your photo.

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08. January 2020

Camera Basics #02 - What is the aperture?

Have you just bought a camera and are taking your first steps in photography? In this article we explain the aperture and show you how this setting affects your photo.

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03. January 2020

Camera Basics #01 - What is the shutter speed?

Have you just bought a camera and are taking your first steps in photography? In this article, we explain the shutter speed and show you how this setting affects your photo.

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27. November 2019

On the road with the Olympus OM-D E-M5 Mark III

The test of the OM-D-EM5 Mark III took us to the beginnings of the Icelandic highlands. We take you on a legendary journey.

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28. October 2019

Contrasts

After much deliberation, our jury decided on the best five pictures. Here you can see our winners.

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16. October 2019

Novelty: Olympus OM-D E-M5 III

We were allowed to try out the new system camera before its release.

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10. September 2019

Canon EOS 90D vs 80D

The Canon EOS 90D comes with a new sensor with higher resolution, 4K video and improved functions. You can read about the most important innovations in the 90D vs 80D comparison in this article.

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24. July 2019

Five tips for buying a gimbal

Do you want to make smooth video recordings and are considering buying a gimbal? These five tips will help you get an overview and choose the right gimbal.

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07. July 2019

"FROLLEIN!" - How dogs see

Thomas Stelzmann decides to conduct an experiment and photographically depict the world from a dog's perspective. He puts himself in the shoes of "Frollein", an old lady dog, and explains his technical approach. See the world from 25cm eye level.

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05. July 2019

Street photography with the Ricoh GRIII

Street photography offers enormous creative freedom and photographic mistakes are more likely to be forgiven. In this article you can read some tips on street photography with the new Ricoh GRIII.

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05. July 2019

Vintage lenses on modern Sony system cameras

In the new blog post Klaus Schachtschneider explains how he manages to create an individual, distinctive image look with old lenses. Combine the technical past with the present and experience a new kind of photography.

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05. July 2019

No more shaky videos - The Zhiyun Crane family at a glance

The term gimbal is on everyone's lips when it comes to videographers, but until a few years ago it was unimaginable. This article aims to shed some light on the subject, as we take a closer look at the new gimbals from manufacturer Zhiyun.

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22. May 2019

Nature photo competition winners

More than 1,300 participants sent us over 3,700 pictures! We are delighted to present the winners to you and would like to thank everyone who took part and shared their nature pictures with us.

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01. May 2019

On a photo safari in the Ruhrpott

The "Wild Ruhr" project by Volker Kienast shows changes in the Ruhr region and uses a special visual language to bring interested parties closer to the coexistence of flora and fauna in the metropolitan region.

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20. January 2019

Canon EOS RP brings new blood into the world of the EOS R

The Canon EOS RP brings together all the advantages of the mirrorless design of a Canon system camera in an even more compact system. The easy step into the creative world of the EOS R with full-frame sensor. You can read everything you need to know about the new EOS RP in our article.

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