120N Medium Format Film Camera (Black) with Ilford HP5 Plus Black and White Negative Film 120mm Single Roll

I bought this to use in a college Photography II class for an assignment. I own a 50+ year old Diana which is a similar camera. The Holga despite being complained about being plastic is a lot more thick, durable, and well made than my antique Diana which literally falls open unless you tape it closed. Every Holga gets different effects due to the poor quality plastic lens. Mine had vignette on only two corners, no light leaks, and a fairly clear image throughout, with the absolute clearest a small circle at the center. I got no weird effects. I never taped my Holga as I wanted to see if it had light leaks. It was interesting in the class to see how many different effects happen all from new Holgas with existing lenses. I was able to do double and triple exposures. I actually wish my lens was more distorted especially at the edges but there are things I can do to modify it if I want to. Regarding the price I cannot complain as used antique plastic cameras like the Diana sell for a lot more. I used black and white Ilford 400 film and did my own developing and my own printing. Best results for single exposures are done outdoors in full sun. I didn't even bother to try to do an interior shot. I do not desire to use flash. Rating 5 stars = Love It.

This thing is about as low tech as you can get. Focusing is pretty much guess work. When it comes to exposure, you have basically two settings: sunny and shade/cloudy. It's very easy to accidentally double expose your film since there's no catch preventing it, you just manually advance it. It's all plastic and the back panel is held on by a two metal sliders so there's a chance of getting light leak. But all of that is probably the reason you're considering this camera to begin with. It's got a very distinct look/personality to it. I do like the film that came with it. That's what was used for the attached images. I will say though, that the numbering on the film was sometimes difficult to read through the red window on the back of the camera and I sometimes had to squint in order to see it. There are other films out there that have larger, thicker numbering that's easier to read but I do like the images from this film better.

I had one of these many years ago and lost it. But I got another one and found that it did what I hoped it would -- it freed me from "trying to make good photos" and allowed me to Play again, like when I was a kid and well, just loved to pick up a simple, fixed focus, fixed shutter camera and have fun. Now I'm having fun again! Remember, these Holgas aren't meant to be thought of as quality products; by most standards they're crap, but they do the job for very little money.

The camera itself was great! I loved how easy it was to load the film (after research). The camera body is very dainty as it is made out of plastic but it was okay for the price. It really is a “toy camera”. I haven’t developed the film yet but I used a variety of brands with the camera. One thing I did not like was the packaging. I wish I had taken photos of how poorly the camera was placed into the original box. The box of Ilford HP5 of open even though the actual package containing the film was still in tact and unopened. I was very disappointed in the packaging. Used or not it was not okay.

Toy cameras are cheap and fun and are made of plastic. I have had these in the past (very experienced with toy camera shooting). I have never had an issue using one that did NOT wind to the next photo. I noticed when I first opened it that the wheel was loose. Nonetheless, I took it with me to Peru and it stopped working completely! I didnt have a back up so I only have iphone photos from that trip(thats on me- for not bringing a back up). So sad! I threw away the box or I would have returned. This is complete garbage - I have to find another one to purchase (FROM SOMEWHERE ELSE) since I bought a TON of 120 film for it.

Got this for my 22-year-old son, who had read up on these and wanted it for the unique photos that come out. When I give it high marks for picture quality, there is a caveat: it takes quirky light altered photos that are due to the cheap nature of the materials used for the camera - do not expect standard photos from this camera! I would recommend you read up on these. There is a big following based on their quirky nature. It is just what my son wanted and he is very happy with the purchase. Oh one more thing as a caution. These take a very unusual size of film. You may want to ensure you have someone around that develops it. I believe Walmart does in some stored, but not others. That is not a deterrent on the camera itself, just something you need to consider.

Haven’t developed my film yet, but a lot of videos on the Holga 120N say to expect less light leaks than the original Holga because of some adjustment so that’s good! (I still taped up the back film view to avoid anymore tho). Other than the (expected) light leaks, this camera is exactly as pictured! A cheap but durable camera to capture point and shoot films. I would suggest watching videos on how to operate and what to expect because that helped me the most! (The general consensus is that it’s a great starter film camera used by a lot of artists to focus on composition rather than quality lol)

I was just looking to experiment with this camera and learn, and I was surprised the photos are as good as they are. It is true that there is vignetting (dark corners), but that is not terribly surprising. I am trying it with additional varieties of film now. Worth it as a learning experience.

I've never had more fun with a camera. Look at examples of images online, you wont achieve anything pin sharp because its about mood and an image that nothing else creates.

I PURCHASED FEW WEEKS AGO. GOT THE ONE WHICH IS MUCH DIFFERENT FROM THE ONE SHOW HERE ON THE PICTURES. NO ONE TELL ME WHY. I MIGHT GOT ROBBED? FEELS LIKE I'M PURCHASING iPhone 7 and it is made by some repair phone store, not from the original company. Damn