HOLGA 120GCFN Plastic Medium Format Camera with Built-in Flash and Glass Lens, Black (296120)

As of late 2015, Holga cameras are no longer manufactured, so now is the best time to purchase one. According to reports, the company that manufactured Holgas also destroyed all of the equipment used to make these cameras, so don't expect them to be produced again. br>br>This white Holga 120N is identical to the black Holga 120N. The only part of the building that is painted white is the exterior; the interior is completely black. This model, unlike the older versions, has a working aperture switch, which is a significant difference from the Holga I received in 2009. There's still a lot of 120 film available on the internet; Amazon and B&H usually have good deals. In New York, there's a lot of H. If you want to go monochrome, black and white film is very simple to process with just a few supplies and chemicals. If you go with color, Dwayne's Photo in Kansas is a great place to go for processing. They have a mail-processing system that is very efficient. order a service that is reliable. Regarding Dwayne's, here's some advice: They do an excellent job processing film, but don't have your negatives scanned by them. The medium format 6x6 scans are scanned at a low resolution of only 4 megapixels per frame, which is absurd for a professional scanning service; when I contacted them to inquire about this, no one would take responsibility or even answer basic questions about their scanning process. I recommend using an Epson V600 to scan the negatives and then converting them to digital.

Keenan Cole

| Jul 12, 2021

I use a Rolleiflex to shoot 120 film on a regular basis. I bought it because I wanted a toy camera with a "dreamy" look. My photos (which were taken on 13 rolls while traveling) came out much clearer and more "normal" than I had anticipated. br>br>There are two things to consider: br>1) BE AWARE OF THE BULB SETTING! It's very easy to knock this off. I had no idea it was on, and I have no idea how long it had been on. This can lead to photos that are severely overexposed. Place it in the N position with a piece of tape. 2) I feel like a complete moron. However, the lens cap must be handled with caution. You might want to avoid using one. What you see in the viewfinder has no bearing on what the camera sees through the lens. This isn't something I've ever experienced before. As a result, after "composing" my photograph, I forgot to remove the lens cap several times. There's no way to tell if it's there or not. Finally, I discarded it. There were no light leaks because I taped up the camera and didn't use a lens cap. I did, however, keep the camera in my bag.

Foster Mays

| Jul 26, 2021

This is an enjoyable camera to use and an excellent tool for learning image composition. I bought mine in order to experiment with medium format and sprocket hole photography. The Holga is a unique and entertaining camera to use. The two photos demonstrate the camera's image quality; the Holga lends a professional appearance to each image.

Juliana Meadows

| Apr 01, 2021

Even though it's still early in the year, I have a feeling this will be one of my favorite purchases. The camera is small, inexpensive, and portable, making it easy to take with you wherever adventure takes you. It's also a lot of fun! Holga cameras are fantastic for creating unique images that are enhanced by their flaws. Wabi Sabi is a Japanese term that refers to the state of being They don't have any seals, so light leaks in, making the photos look vintage and giving them a unique effect that can only be achieved with this type of camera; just look up "Holga pictures" to see what I mean. I would highly recommend the Holga camera as a way to get into film if you like artsy stuff and just want to mess around with it. I'm sure this will be one of my favorite purchases this year, and I've already planned a number of adventures for the rest of the year, all of which will include my Holga.

Nyomi TURNBULL

| May 14, 2021

Any film photographer should have this small plastic camera. There are two of them in my possession. It's portable, light, and capable of taking excellent photos. I've used it for everything from landscapes to portraits to studio shoots. The "hot" shoe on top DOES work as long as the flash is powered from an external source. I admire the camera's simplicity, in that it can be repaired with electrical tape for almost any "ailment. " With a little tape and sponge, you can convert the camera to take 35mm film. This camera has a knack for making things appear surreal and/or ethereal. It's also useful if you want to take a photo in a "hipster" style. It's possible to make absolutely stunning prints with a tripod and 100 speed film. br>br>With a little practice, it's simple to guess the focus (which is labeled with one person, three people, a group of people, or mountains) and get as crisp a shot as a plastic lens can provide. The plastic gives the image a softer appearance, but it's still in focus, and the softness can add a lot to the image. The vignetting can be adjusted by removing the small frame from the camera, which results in more light leaks and vignetting. Vignetting can be reduced with a piece of electrical tape. The viewfinder is completely useless, and I strongly advise you to toss the lens cover, as it's all too easy to forget about it and end up with a blank roll. This camera can be used with a tripod and flash if desired, and because it uses 120 film, you'll be able to get smoother images than with 35 mm. br>br>Because of the simplicity and lack of features, experimenting with pictures is a breeze. Frames can be overlapped, double exposures are simple, and there are only two shutter speeds to choose from. Normal (approximately) is denoted by the letter N. 1/100th of a second (quick enough for handheld) or B for bulb (which means you can keep it open). Because shooting in bulb is so simple with this camera, it's ideal for capturing motion. Because the plastic lens gives everything a soft feel, shaking your camera and bumping it around can actually add to the sensation of movement. Although the camera claims to have two apertures (cloudy and sunny), it actually only has one. Depending on your camera, it may stay at f/11 or f/8. br>br>In a nutshell, this is one of the best film cameras available, and anyone can produce stunning and intriguing images with it. It is something I strongly suggest. At first, the lack of control can be frustrating, but after a few rolls, it becomes second nature.

Keaton Giles

| May 17, 2021