Holga 120S User Guide
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1. 5 Using the Flash E For HOLGA120SF A Set to ON by sliding the flash ON OFF switch 10 to the right B The flash may be used when the flash lamp 9 E For HOLGA120S For the HOLGA120S flashes available on the market can be connected to the hot shoe located in the upper part of the camera In this case the camera begins to flash on and off The camera will make is used with the focus set to F 8 cloudy on the a high pitched sound until it has recharged weather switch 7 This is not a product fault In many cases the flash fails to work does not synchronize or flashes twice once when pressing the shutter button and again when releasing the shutter button when a flash available on the market is connected to the HOLGA120S In cases where the flash occurs twice a slight delay in releasing the shutter button is recommended 6 Extracting the Film A Continue to tum the winding dial 4 in the direction of the arrow until the film has completely wound off B Once the film has been completely wound off open the back cover and extract the film C Wind the film firmly around the spool for development Caution The core remaining in the film chamber is used as a spool to wind the film for the next set of exposures e Film which is not tightly wound around the spool will result in photosensitivity Film should be removed in a dark location in order to prevent photosensitivity e Used film should be stored in2. For this reason the back cover hanging the camera on the neck strap the weight of the using a Polaroid holder When taking pictures Although this does not concern many users may become dislodged during expo camera can often pull the strap away from the body of with a 120 film under sunny conditions we this can be avoided by covering the window of sure or transportation We therefore the camera bringing the entire anchor with it recommend the use of a film with a sensitivity the film counter 11 with material such as tape recommend that the back cover be of IS0100 400 In cloudy conditions resulting in We recommend the black tape which is secured using material such as tape This not only results in exposure of the film but there is underexposure a good effect may be achieved available at camera stores also a danger of dropping and damaging the camera itself by depressing the shutter button twice To prevent light leaks altogether the gaps Therefore we do not recommend the use of the between the body of the camera and the back neck strap cover should be taped over completely
3. Subject 2 Set the mark on the film counter 11 on frame included with the Polaroid holder is B Adjust the focus ring 2 according to the the back cover to 16 This enables 16 ideal in order to avoid sagging in the film distance from the camera to the subject the Approx 1m exposures per role of film 2 Set the mark on the film counter 11 on object to be taken AON the back cover to 12 This enables 12 C Look through the finder 6 from the back of ppro exposures per role of film the camera set the composition for the picture Approx 6m and slowly depress the shutter button 3 The picture has now been taken Approx 10m Caution D Tum the winding dial 4 in the direction of or morg e Use a screw driver should the mark on the back cover be too stiff to move manually i the arrow until the next number appears in e In the event of using a screw driver take care not to damage the red window the red window of the film counter 11 The camera is now ready to take the next picture IMPORTANT E Light Leaks E Back Cover E Neck Strap E Film Guide With a HOLGA the film is often partially The body of the camera and the back The neck strap is designed to be attached by threading 120 film is normally used with a HOLGA Polaroid exposed due to light leaks cover are held together by a simple through the upper part of the anchor However when Peel Apart Film 80 Series can be used when anchor
4. a dark location and should be developed as soon as possible Getting the most out of the HOLGA When the shutter button is pressed and then pressed again without winding the film the resulting picture has an overlapping effect multiple exposure This produces an unexpected result which can be a lot of fun to try There are countless other ways in which the HOLGA can be used For example some people take pictures with a 35mm film normal size film Others damage the lens with a file to deliberately produce pictures with interesting effects Professionals set up full scale lighting equipment in photography studios only to take pictures with a HOLGA Other photographers take brilliant portraits of film directors and musicians using a HOLGA Simply put the HOLGA is the world s most unpredictable uncontrollable and beloved cameras There are no rules Enjoy the freedom of a HOLGA Good luck Polaroid For inquiries conceming HOLGA please call toll free 800 225 1618 Lines open Monday Friday 8 am to 7 pm EST For more information visit www polaroid com HOLGA by Polaroid A Concise Guide to the HOLGA120S amp 120SF Welcome to the world of HOLGA cameras The HOLGA characterizes the world of novelty cameras representing an inexpensive and unique camera which is truly fun to have Find out why the HOLGA has captivated professional enthusiasts and artists around the world This concise guide contains several points of intere
5. is securely wound onto the spool Picture 6 D Return the back cover 4 to its original position and firmly close the back cover by sliding the anchor over it Picture 7 E Tum the winding dial in the direction of the arrow until the number 1 appears in the red window of the film counter 11 Picture 8 Attention e Batteries not included Batteries are prone to being dislodged We therefore recommended that the batteries are secured with tape e Batteries are not required when flash is not in use The camera is now ready to take a picture 2 Selecting the Frame Format e The film size used for the HOLGA is 120 This can be obtained at the camera store by asking for a conventional 120 roll film This camera is capable of taking photographs in 2 types of format 4 5cm x 6cm and 6cm x 6cm Refer to the manual attached to the Polaroid holder conceming Polaroid photography For 4 5cm x 6cm Format For 6cm x 6cm Format 1 Open the back cover 8 of the camera and 1 Open the back cover of the camera and 4 Taking the Picture attach the frame included with the camera detach the frame included with the camera to the camera attached as such at time of Although photographs may be taken with the A Adjust the weather switch 7 according to Distance to purchase frame left attached use of the 6cm x 6cm the type of weather sunny cloudy
6. st in regards to the imperfections of the HOLGA camera As a result of its unique design the HOLGA has continued to draw passionate support from photography fans around the globe We encourage you to experiment with the photographic effects that can be acheived and enjoy the mysterious charm that the HOLGA has to offer 1 Lens 2 Focus Ring 3 Shutter 4 Winding Dial 5 Flash 6 Finder 7 Weather Switch 8 Back Cover 9 Flash Lamp 10 Flash ON OFF Switch 11 Film Counter 12 Anchor HOLGA 120SF only Lens f 8 60mm plastic lens Shutter Approx 1 100 second Leaf Shutter Focus 1m ce Film Used Conventional 120 roll film or Polaroid Type 80 Series 84 85 87 88 89 Image Area 4 5cm x 6cm 6cm x 6xcm Extemal Measurements 140 x 102 x 76 mm Weight 200g Accessories Neck Strap 1 Inserting the Batteries HOLGA120SF only 3 Inserting the 120 Film A Slide the anchor 12 downward Picture 1 and remove the back cover 8 Picture 2 A Slide the anchor 12 downward and remove the back cover B Take out the frame mask located inside Picture 3 B Peel off the film seal and place in the film chamber Picture 5 C Insert 2 triple A batteries Picture 4 C Pull the tip of the film out approximately 10cm and insert this into the cut in the spool the core which winds the film and turn the winding dial 4 2 or 3 times in the direction of the arrow until the film
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