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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.


09. June 2023

5 reasons for the Canon EOS R5 C

Photographer and videographer Daniel Ernst has tested the Canon EOS R5 C. In this video, you can see the advantages of this camera, especially in direct comparison to its predecessor, the EOS R5.

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05. June 2023

Small sets with infinite possibilities Live shooting with Lyonel Stief

As part of our Photo Days 2023: Small sets with infinite possibilities - reclining portraits and more with Lyonel Stief

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05. June 2023

Creative lighting - live shooting with Lyonel Stief

Live shooting as part of our photo days 2023 with Lyonel Stief

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05. June 2023

The aperture - understanding and using it correctly with Frauke Bönsch

Frauke Bönsch will show you how to use the aperture correctly in your pictures and what effects you can achieve as part of our live shoots for the Photo Days in June 2023.

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05. June 2023

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Using hard light for impressive portraits | Frauke Bönsch for Canon

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05. June 2023

Hard light for impressive portraits with Frauke Bönsch

Frauke Bönsch will show you tips and tricks on how she achieves impressive portraits with hard light as part of our live shootings for the Photo Days in June 2023.

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05. June 2023

Achieve creative effects with simple means with Luise Blumstengel

Luise Blumstengel will show you tips and tricks on how to achieve creative effects with simple means during our live shootings for the photo days in June 2023.

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05. June 2023

Posing tips more with Nadine Wuchenauer

Nadine Wuchenauer shows you in the context of our live shoots for the photo days in June 2023, tips and tricks on how to properly work with a model and shows you exactly what you need to consider.

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05. June 2023

Eye for detail with Nadine Wuchenauer

Nadine Wuchenauer will show you tips and tricks on how to train your eye for detail and the right image detail during our live shoots for the photo days in June 2023.Â

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05. June 2023

Beautiful Black White with Frank Jurisch

Frank Jurisch will show you tips and tricks on how to make expressive black and white portraits as part of our live shoots for the Photo Days in June 2023.

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05. June 2023

Minimalism - creative portraits with Frank Jurisch

Frank Jurisch shows you in the context of our live shootings to the photo days in June 2023, tips and tricks, how you make with minimalism, creative portraitsÂ.

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23. May 2023

Novelty from Sony: ZV-1 Mark II

Today we show you the new Sony ZV-1 Mark II, the successor of the popular compact vlog camera. What exactly has been improved in the camera and which innovations we consider to be particularly important, you can find out in this video.Â

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20. May 2023

Fashion Photography with Canon Behind the Scenes

How do you actually organize a professional fashion shoot? We were allowed to accompany Düsseldorf fashion photographer Silke an Mey on one of her shoots and take an exclusive look behind the scenes of a fashion editorial photo shoot.

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11. May 2023

Canon's new vlog camera: PowerShot V10

The PowerShot V10 is Canon's new vlog camera and could be the best tool for many creators for their content. But why it's also perfect for private moments or vacations, you'll find out in this article.

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28. April 2023

Sony microphones comparison

You need a suitable microphone for your Sony camera and just don't know which of the many different options is the right one for your application? Then you've come to the right place! We have taken a closer look at the different Sony microphones.

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18. April 2023

Schnappschuss 67: Humor is an art

A lot of different things take place in our imagination - funny, sad, interesting, creative. In Matthias Schwaighofer's world of ideas, humorous thoughts take precedence, which he then brings to life.

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29. March 2023

The best camera from Sony? The new Sony Alpha ZV-E1

Today, we'll once again show you a particularly exciting new product from Sony. With the sensor of the a7S III, the compact form factor of the a7c, the operating concept of the ZV-E10 and the processing power of the a7r V, the new ZV-E1 could be the ultimate tool for many creators. The new ZV-E1!

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16. March 2023

Winner Photo Contest - Lines, Corners, Shapes Co.

Our winners from the last photo contest have been announced!

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06. March 2023

Snapshot 67:The perfect moment

Mouth wide open, eyes wide open and focused on only one thing: Food. Probably not many people would let themselves be photographed - but our dearest four-legged friends couldn't care less. It is precisely through this kind of both humorous and fascinating pictures that Christian Vieler has made a name for himself. He impresses not only us, but also many other fans worldwide.

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21. February 2023

New Sony FE 50mm f/1.4 GM

Sony's lens portfolio is constantly expanding, and today we get to welcome the new 50mm f/1.4 to the G-Master family. Find out why this lens is so important, if it's worth the money, and how to choose one of the many 50mm lenses available now in this post.

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08. February 2023

Novelty: OM SYSTEM M.Zuiko AF 90mm f/3.5 ED Macro IS PRO

Today we introduce the new OM SYSTEM M.Zuiko AF 90mm f/3.5 ED Makro IS PRO lens, for fans of macro photography, the new lens offers great potential!

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08. February 2023

Canon's new bestseller? EOS R8 Hands-On Review

This is the new Canon EOS R8, an entry-level full-frame camera for just under €1,799 (RRP), which takes many of the functions of the R6 II and combines them with the compact form factor of the EOS RP in addition to the new 24 megapixel sensor. In our video, we explain what the camera can do, who it is intended for and which new lens has been introduced.

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08. February 2023

Canon EOS R50 Hands-On Review

Canon has presented the new R50 alongside the R8. Find out in our video why the R50 is more than just an M50 with a larger bayonet and for which target group it is particularly exciting!

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25. January 2023

From snapshot 'Humor': Stars up close and personal

Brit Andy Gotts is one of the most sought-after celebrity photographers. In this interview, he tells us what role humor plays in his portraits!

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23. January 2023

Brand new: Viltrox 75mm f/1.2 for Fujifilm

With 75mm and an open aperture of f/1.2, Viltrox creates an unrivaled autofocus lens in its price range. What the new lens can do and whether it is right for you, we clarify in this video.

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