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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.


19. May 2026

Motif hunting: Japan Edition in Düsseldorf

Go on a photo tour and take on our tasks relating to Japan in Düsseldorf.

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13. May 2026

The new Sony A7R VI in our test

Sony is once again raising the bar for high-resolution full-frame cameras: With the new Alpha 7R VI, Sony combines a 66.8 megapixel stacked BSI sensor with up to 30 frames per second, AI autofocus, pre-capture and powerful video features up to 8K 30p. But how well does the new resolution pro really perform in everyday use? Together with outdoor sports photographer and videographer Lina Jakobi, we put the camera through its paces.

13. May 2026

With the EOS R6 V, Canon is launching a hybrid camera for creators that combines powerful cine features with a modern workflow and social media focus. In this review, we show why it could be the exciting middle class between the R6 III and C50 and for whom it is the better choice.

09. May 2026

On the road with the Sony Alpha 7 V - practical experience (Maurice Klaiber)

Hardly any other camera has recently generated as much discussion as the new Sony Alpha 7 V and Maurice has tested it extensively in real use. In this presentation, he shares his honest practical experiences: Does the camera deliver what it promises and what are its limitations?

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09. May 2026

The fascination of landscape photography (Maurice Klaiber)

In this lecture, Maurice takes you on his discovery tours to the most spectacular landscapes in the world. You will learn about his approach to location scouting, composition, light and post-processing. An inspiration for anyone who wants to take their landscape photography to the next level.

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09. May 2026

No stopping down - the Leica lighting giants (Oliver Vogler)

Together with photographer Oliver Vogler, you will discover the creative possibilities of fast Leica lenses in this live shoot. On our set with a model, he will show you how to create special moods and expressive portraits with these light giants.

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09. May 2026

Portrait photography with Leica SL (Oliver Vogler)

Together with a model, photographer Oliver Vogler shows how the Leica SL performs in portrait photography and what is important when working with the system. Look forward to insights into his workflow, practical tips from the field and impressive portraits.

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09. May 2026

Video portraits with impact - My workflow (Paula Simon)

What does a complete video portrait workflow really look like? Paula Simon takes you on set and shows you step by step how she works with a model.

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09. May 2026

My top 5 camera settings for powerful videos (Paula Simon)

Which camera settings really make the difference in video portraits? In this lecture, Paula Simon will show you her most important settings - simply explained and directly implemented using a practical example with a model.

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08. May 2026

Your pictures, our feedback - Live image analysis (Klaus Hellmich & Thomas Stelzmann)

In this live image analysis, our experts take a close look at selected submissions from the community. Together, they look at the images, give feedback on the image idea, design and technique and share helpful tips from the field.

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08. May 2026

Traveling the world with just one camera and one lens (Chris Küper)

With just a single lens and a hybrid camera in his hand luggage, Chris Küper traveled the world and had to produce breathtaking photos and a professional video at the same time. Landscapes, people, cities, film and photography: all with a single setup that fit in his backpack.

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08. May 2026

Telling big stories with small equipment (Martin Hülle)

Experiences of a limitation - landscape photography with a few fixed focal lengths. For many years, Martin Hülle has only used a few fixed focal lengths in his landscape photography, with which he further emphasizes his reportage-like style.

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08. May 2026

Departure to nowhere (Martin Hülle)

Martin Hülle provides insights into his career, tells adventurous stories from his photo and book projects "My North" and "Another Time, Another Place" and reports on how he went from being a comfortable "zoom user" to a conscious "fixed focal length user".

05. May 2026

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16. April 2026

Hardly any other lens is as closely associated with the history of the Sigma Art series as the 35 mm F1.4. This is precisely why it is so exciting that Sigma has now not only slightly revised this lens, but has noticeably upgraded it.

31. March 2026

CREATOR NIGHT in Hanover: An evening full of exchange, learnings & insights

What really moves creators at the moment? Our recap of Creator Night in Hanover summarizes the most important learnings from the live podcast, community chat and survey on content creation, workflow and AI.

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18. March 2026

Hybrid or Cinema? Canon C50 vs. R6 III

Which camera is better suited to everyday working life? Our live talk with Marcel Lesch was less about bare specs and more about workflow, open gate, audio, mobility and the question of when hybrid is stronger than cinema.

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17. March 2026

Fit for the photo season?

The weather is slowly getting warmer, the days are getting longer and, with the first spring colors, the desire to pick up the camera and go outside is increasing again. After the dark winter months, now is exactly the right time to get back into photography, discover new motifs and get in the mood for the coming photo season.

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04. March 2026

Rollei tripod series "Version 2026": C6i C5i & Compact Traveler No. 1

Tripods can be really expensive, but they don't have to be. The Rollei version 2026 (C6i, C5i, Compact Traveler No. 1) offers creator features such as a monopod, divisible center column and smartphone holder at a fair price. Here you will find the right tripod for travel, everyday use or heavy setups.

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27. February 2026

Sigma 15mm F1.4 DC Contemporary: The new APS-C wide-angle lens

With the new Sigma 15mm F1.4 DC Contemporary, Sigma is launching an ultra-light APS-C wide-angle lens on the market that will inspire street, landscape, astro and video alike. Find out here why this 15mm is more than just another fixed focal length and who will find it particularly exciting.

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21. February 2026

The great hybrid camera duel: Sony a7 V or Canon R6 III?

Two cameras that look almost the same on paper, but have different strengths in practice. Canon EOS R6 III and Sony Alpha 7 V are full-frame hybrids in the 33 MP sweet spot, with strong AF and 4K power. But: Who delivers more speed? Which offers the better video workflow? And which one is simply more fun in the end? We show you the differences that really matter.

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20. February 2026

New & exclusively from us: The new CinePro HD line from HOYA brings cinematic magic to your production. The high-quality Mist filters in Black, Clear and Gold create soft halation and blooming effects and give photos and videos a cinematic look. Available in 1/4 and 1/8 diffusion strengths, BlackMist, ClearMist and GoldMist offer the creative control that modern film and video productions demand - from smooth, soft highlights to neutral, dreamy looks and warm, nostalgic moods.

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Hardly any other lens is as closely associated with the history of the Sigma Art series as the 35 mm F1.4. This is precisely why it is so exciting that Sigma has now not only slightly revised this lens, but has noticeably upgraded it.