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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.


23. October 2025

Budget-friendly but powerful: 5 reasons why the X-T30 III is worth it for you

Do you love good pictures and enjoy taking photos in everyday life, when traveling or just in between? We give you the top reasons from our practical test why it's worth taking a look at the new Fujifilm X-T30 III.

29. September 2025

The street camera par excellence? The Ricoh GR IV in a practical test.

The Ricoh GR series has been a firm favorite in the world of street photography for years: Small, unobtrusive, fast and amazingly powerful. With the new Ricoh GR IV, Ricoh is building on this and delivering sensible, practical improvements.

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24. September 2025

A real super tele from Lumix: The new S 100-500mm at a glance

Panasonic closes the gap in the telephoto range: the new Lumix S 100-500mm is the first super telephoto solution for L-mount. We have already tested it and report on what it can really do in practice.

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10. September 2025

Nikon ZR: Cine camera with RED DNA

The camera and film world has a new power duo: Nikon x RED. Two brands that previously tended to go their separate ways are combining their expertise and launching the Nikon ZR, a camera that offers a fresh approach to professional video production. In this article, we find out whether this really is the most professional "entry-level camera" and what makes it so special.

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10. September 2025

OM System M.Zuiko 50-200mm F2.8 IS PRO: The new telephoto zoom for more flexibility in nature photography

If you want to go out into nature with light luggage but don't want to compromise on range, the new M.Zuiko 50-200mm F2.8 IS PRO from OM System is the perfect lens. It combines professional performance with real mobility and sets new standards in the Micro Four Thirds system.

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09. September 2025

New: Canon EOS C50 bridges the gap between hybrid and cine

The new, most compact Cinema EOS to date aims to combine cinema look, creator speed and pro audio in one body. We tried out a pre-production model and rank the camera.

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02. September 2025

How digiscoping with Swarovski optics works

In our exciting live talk with biologist and nature photographer Matthias Feldhoff, we took an in-depth look at the topic of digiscoping and gathered lots of exciting insights and practical tips.

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31. July 2025

DJI Osmo 360 review: The action camera that really sees everything

With 8K video, two 1/1.1" sensors, 10-bit color and impressive low-light performance, DJI is setting new standards for 360° cameras. Whether vlog, POV, tiny planet or social media reel: you film once and choose the perfect perspective later. Compact, waterproof, stabilized and ready for your next adventure.

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28. July 2025

Fujifilm X-E5 + XF 23mm f2.8 Novelty

The new power duo from Fujifilm is on its way! An alternative to the X100VI? Everything you need to know about the new compact camera with the interchangeable pancake lens can be found here.

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23. July 2025

Photography in transition - storytelling instead of algorithms | Hanna Ki

In a world full of fast images, it is no longer just technology that counts - but attitude, handwriting and real stories. Visual storytelling is becoming the answer to interchangeability and algorithms. Photographers today are not only competing with colleagues, but also with content, AI and the free mentality.

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23. July 2025

Social media for photographers - more than just pretty pictures | Lecture by Eleni Bogatini

In this lecture, Eleni Bogatini talks about how photographers can use social media effectively for themselves, why algorithms are not your enemy, how you as a photographer can get reach and inquiries with strategy and what really works in 2025.

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15. July 2025

Rollei 85mm f/1.8 AF in test: A strong start into a new era

Rollei is now making lenses? What sounds surprising at first glance turns out on closer inspection to be an exciting step that Rollei is taking right at the start with an 85mm f/1.8 AF. Will the brand's first lens deliver what the specs promise? We took a closer look at the new 85mm and tested it in practice.

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09. July 2025

Mobile photo studio: studio quality to go

In this guide, we'll show you what's important for a mobile photo studio, which components are essential, what you need to look out for and how you can go from a suitcase to a ready-to-use shooting setup in just a few minutes.

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17. June 2025

Lightweight photography on the go ! The new OM-5 II

Anyone looking for a small, lightweight all-rounder with compact lenses will quickly end up at OM System. We had the opportunity to test the new OM-5 II before the official release date and present all the new functions and features here.

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03. June 2025

The new Sony FX2 in the Creator test

With the new Alpha FX2, Sony is expanding its successful Cinema Line with a new camera that is exciting for both video and photo professionals. Here we summarize the most important technical innovations, compare it to the Alpha 7 IV, FX3 and FX30 and give authentic voices from the field.

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24. May 2025

The diverse world of macro photography

The world of small things often holds inconspicuous details. In this inspiring workshop, Thomas Adorff guides you through the basics of macro photography and shows how diverse this exciting genre really is. It's not just about close-ups of tiny subjects, but also about creative portraits.

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24. May 2025

From snow to desert - tips and tricks for successful travel pictures

The particular challenge and at the same time the greatest attraction of travel photography lies in its diversity. Within a very short space of time, photographers encounter a wide variety of motifs and situations: from snow-covered landscapes to dusty desert landscapes. In this workshop, Thomas Adorff shows how to take exciting and atmospheric pictures even under changing conditions.

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24. May 2025

Photography that works - making images tangible instead of just visible

As a photographer with a focus on visual storytelling, Hanna Ki tells stories through images - atmospheric, authentic and brand-appropriate. But how does that actually work? How can a brand not only be made visible, but also tangible? This is exactly what Hanna Ki demonstrates using a small, recreated travel scenario on the studio floor.

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24. May 2025

Travel photography as a profession - visual stories that awaken longing

In today's flood of images, a beautiful photo is no longer something special - it's standard. Every day we scroll through perfectly staged hotel rooms, smoothly ironed travel motifs and emotionless brand shots. What's missing? Authenticity. Character. Depth. A story. This is exactly where Hanna Ki starts in this workshop. Her work begins where normal photography ends. She creates visual worlds that not only show what something looks like, but how it feels - through authentic, creative, visual storytelling.

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24. May 2025

Bokeh Masters: Blur decides

This workshop is all about playing creatively with bokeh - the soft, often magical out-of-focus area that makes images look special. Christian Laxander will show you how to use manual lenses to specifically influence the image effect, consciously set the focus and create exciting looks using aperture, focal length and distance.

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24. May 2025

The fascination of cosplay - atmospheric staging of characters

This live workshop is about cosplay photography, what makes it special and how to correctly stage the many different characters from anime, manga, games and much more.

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23. May 2025

Workflow and equipment - successfully mastering every production

Every project is different. In this workshop, you will learn how to always choose the right set-up. Chris Koch will show you how he adapts the equipment specifically to different productions, why "less is more" is often the better approach and which gear he would never do without.

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23. May 2025

Smart use of social media as a video or photographer

Learn how to use social media correctly, which formats work and how to create content. Learn how to use social media in a targeted way to build reach, attract customers and strengthen your personal brand.

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23. May 2025

Landscape photography on the Faroe Islands

The unbridled nature of the Faroe Islands is extraordinary and invites you to explore it with your camera. In summer, fall and winter, Fujifilm X-Photographer Martin Hülle explored this dramatic landscape and tracked down fairytale-like scenes of the small archipelago.

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23. May 2025

Flash basics

In this workshop, you will learn the crucial basics of flash technology and receive practical tips on how to use light to create impressive photos. Together with Olav Brehmer, you will discover what is important when using flash and how to avoid typical mistakes.

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That was your year in products. We take a look back at the most popular cameras, the biggest trends and your best-selling favorites of 2025.

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15 tips for travel photography - The best ideas from our community competition

We asked you what tips you have for travel photography and you delivered! From lighting moods and perspectives to technical insights: You shared your knowledge and showed how versatile the topic of travel photography is.

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