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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.


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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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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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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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07. October 2024

Tutorial: Teal + orange effect in post-processing

The teal + orange look has been a popular style for many years and is characterized by the contrast between the complementary warm and blue-green tones. In this article, we would like to show you how this look can be created in image editing using an example.

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16. September 2024

Guide for bird photography

Great shots of birds are no longer a secret thanks to our guide! Take advantage of autumn and our tips to capture fantastic shots of birds this weekend.

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12. September 2024

Guide to waterproof cameras

One of the most difficult questions we are asked from time to time in our store in Düsseldorf is certainly the question of a waterproof camera. Because water is an element that electronics absolutely hate.

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16. August 2024

Photo printers for at home and on the go

Our hard disks and memory cards fill up very quickly with countless great photos. But often these beautiful memories only remain digital and are rarely printed out.

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07. August 2024

Camera Basics #24 - What are video codecs?

This time, the topic of video codecs is aimed at videographers, or those who want to become one. Photographers are less likely to be able to use them, but extra knowledge rarely hurts. We explain how video codecs work and what they are used for. Video codecs are very complex, which is why we will go into many facets here and also how you can improve or worsen your video editing performance by using different codecs.

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31. July 2024

The hype surrounding compact cameras is greater than it has been for a long time, and TikTok is perhaps to blame for this. But if you are desperately looking for an alternative to the Fujifilm x100v or Fujifilm x100vi that is much more readily available, we would like to introduce you to the best alternatives here.

26. July 2024

Camera Basic #23 - What is dynamic range?

Modern camera sensors contain a lot of image information, which can be used to your advantage when shooting in RAW format. The extent to which this image information can be exploited depends entirely on the ISO you use, as this greatly changes the sensitivity of the sensor.

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15. July 2024

Sony - The Choice for Landscape

Are you still looking for the perfect equipment for breathtaking landscape shots? Then Sony is the answer! With its Alpha cameras and G, as well as G-Master lenses, you can set new standards in landscape photography. Unleash your creativity and experience unparalleled image quality.

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05. July 2024

Guide to the best vlogging cameras

Casey Neistat may have been one of the first vloggers ever and probably laid the foundation for today's influencers. By taking the viewer into the everyday madness.

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14. June 2024

Guide to volleyball photography

It's a captivating mix of teamwork, strategy and explosive energy. Two teams fight to hit the ball over a net and bring it to the ground in the opponent's court, while at the same time having to react with lightning speed to fend off the opponent's attacks. What triggers pure excitement for the audience becomes a major challenge for us photographers: rapidly changing situations, little light and tight workspaces.

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11. June 2024

With Sony cameras + lenses to the portrait master

Looking for the perfect equipment for stunning portraits? Then Sony is the answer! With their Alpha cameras and G, as well as G-Master lenses, you can set new standards in portrait photography. Unleash your creativity and experience unparalleled image quality.

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08. May 2024

Photography with spotting scopes + binoculars - Digiscoping

Maybe you've never heard of digiscoping, but perhaps this is exactly what you need to do to save money and still produce very good image results. Are you a bird photographer? Then read this article carefully!

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02. May 2024

Guide to the best memory cards - Everything you need to know!

Digital photography is just as impossible without a memory card as analog photography is without film. In recent years, the names of memory cards have become increasingly opaque and can confuse beginners in particular. We will now try to clarify the situation and explain the best models and names.

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30. April 2024

Camera Basics #22 - What are chromatic aberrations?

We have already written so many technical blog articles about the basics of photography and videography, but we have not yet talked about one of the most well-known optical errors (aberrations), chromatic aberrations.

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24. April 2024

Camera Basics #21: Getting started with sports photography

We confidently say that this article is one of the best ever for sports photography. In the guide, we also try to cover the various equipment decisions and how to find the perfect settings.

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19. April 2024

Major firmware update S5II/S5IIX - AI improvement

We have been waiting a long time, finally Panasonic has presented the long-awaited firmware update, which includes animal eye autofocus, motorcycle and autofocus. But much more has been added and improved. We give you an overview here!

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17. April 2024

Nikon Z cameras compared | Which Nikon Z is the right one?

If you are traveling in the Nikon system camera universe or are considering buying a Nikon Z camera. In this article we present all Nikon Z cameras, from full-frame to APS-C sensor. From the professional camera to the entry-level camera.

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10. April 2024

Full format vs. APS-C format - What's so great about full format?

Every photography fan has heard the term "full-frame camera" or "full-frame sensor". But what is a full-frame sensor anyway and what impressive advantages does this larger sensor actually have compared to a smaller sensor? We want to answer these questions before you buy a new camera.

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