HOLGA 120S Manual

HOLGA HELP (FAQ)
Q: Can I use slide film in my Holga?
A: Yes. You need to be more careful with
your exposure estimates as slide film is
less forgiving than print film. Feel adven-
turous? Cross process your slide film.
Q: What is the easiest film to use as a
beginner Holga owner?
A: C-41 B&W films are great for begin-
ners. They are more forgiving, come in
ISO 400 & you can take them to a 1 hour
lab so you see your results right away.
Q: Can I choose a focusing range other
than what is shown?
A: Yes. Placing your focus point some-
where between the distance icons. But
the options available cover most of the
bases. The minimum focus range will
always be about 3 feet.
Q: My pictures are dark on the corners.
What am I doing wrong?
A: This is vignetting and is a natural part
of a Holga's optics. If you prefer to mini-
mize this effect, make sure you use the
645 mask.
Q: My pictures have become more than
fuzzy, they are blurry. What happened?
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A: Your film may be loose and so it is not
flush with the film plane. Check to make
sure that your cardboard wedge is in
place and working properly.
Q: Can I use my Holga 120SF with studio
strobes?
A: Yes. Set up your pack with a photo
slave. These will trigger your strobes
when the 120SF's built-in flash goes off.
Q: Can I use infrared film in my Holga?
A: Yes. But be the impact of light leaks
are much worse on infrared films. You
should tape up your Holga to make sure
it doesn't leak light.
Q: I've had my Holga for a long time but
now my pictures are way over exposed.
What's wrong?
A: Your Holga's shutter spring may have
finally worn out. Time for a new one. But
don't throw it away. Convert your old
Holga to a Holga Obscura.
Q: Can I use electrical tape to cover up
light leaks?
A: Yes. But a little warmth can turn it into
a sticky mess. Use photography black
masking tape or black gaffer's tape.
These will pull more cleanly from the
camera and the glue won't melt.
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