Using 35mm film on a Holga 120 Camera

Even though the Holga 120 Series is designed to take 120 format film, there are two ways you can use 35mm film on your Holga 120 Series Camera.

Loading the Film

1. The first and simpler way is to use the Holga 35mm Conversion Adapter. It comes with a plastic insert that guides the film through the camera and a solid Holga back (as the original Holga back has film counters which will leak light if you use 35mm without any hacks).

2. The second method requires a little bit of work to secure the film in place and guiding it through in a straight line. Firstly, cut foam inserts to secure the 35mm film roll into the 120 film compartment. (more…)