Photo technology “Made in Germany”: C’T photography 2/2025

Germany is a photographic inherited nation. But how many camera manufacturers and photo suppliers still produce in this country during globalization? We went to find the mark.

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If you think about photography “Made in Germany”, you immediately think about big names such as Leika, Zees or Roleley. These traditional brands have always stood for innovation and accuracy. But while many other companies have long transferred their production abroad, a full range of German companies keeps iron at Germany’s manufacturing place.

From bandwidth noble cameras to lenses and tripods ranges from special products such as filters, laboratory technology or studio flash. One of them has the same thing: Faith in quality, longevity and service. Because “Made in Germany” is more than an advertising promise for you – this is a living company philosophy.

Of course, Times are huge functions with assembly line production. Recently, well-known companies such as Tetenel, Helioppan, Metz McTech or Eva-Merin were recently to give up. The photo industry association dissolved at the end of 2024. But “Made in Germany” continues. Today, small manufacturers and medium -based companies dominate. Many constructions in a small chain or manual work. Most of the additional value occur in Germany, partially with regional suppliers.

Such consistent proximity enables rapid communication channels, flexible adjustments and strict quality control. Customers reward it, even if the products are more expensive than the Competition from Far East. For many photographers, it is only pleasing to know that their equipment is not made with anonymous hands in the world.

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In addition to well -known top dogs, there are many small experts who dedicate themselves to their top enthusiasm. For example, Berlaback, with a trippai made of ash wood of the house, with a camera strips made of mousse or obberworth with a handmade leather bag. She units passion for all a fast digitized world.

Sure, German manufacturers are not easy. They fight with cost pressure, shortage of skilled workers and lots of bureaucracy. Some were to register insolvency or swallowed by large companies. But if you focus and remain flexible, then you have a good chance. The demand for personal quality products increases. In addition, several scores with industrial applications outside the shrinking photo market.

And future? It is in high -tech and manual work at the same time. Many manufacturers combine the latest precision with traditional skills. They rely on permanent values ​​such as repair and durability. “Made in Germany” is much higher than the seal of quality – it becomes a promise for a generation that wants to consume more consciously.

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