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Holga 120 WPC

  • Manufacturer Holga
  • Type Pinhole camera
  • Type of Film 120 / Medium Format
  • Max Aperture f/135
  • Focus Fixed focus

The Holga 120 WPC's name actually tells you pretty much what you can do with it. It is a medium format camera (120), takes wide-angle pictures (W) and does it all with a pinhole or pinhole (PC) instead of a lens.

From the design, you could call it a long black plastic box. It may not look like anything special at first glance, but great shots can be taken. For example, you can play with the long exposures possible through the pinhole and the wide angle.

The Holga 120 WPC's adjustment options are rather limited. It has a small hole with a diameter of 0.3 mm, which corresponds to an aperture of f/135, through which the light falls.

How long light falls on the 120 film is determined by keeping the shutter release button pressed (Bulb). You can either estimate the correct exposure time with a table on the back or use an external light meter.

It can expose two different formats, depending on the mask in the camera. Either choose 6x9 or go for more panoramic with 6x12. On a roll of 120 medium format film, the WPC can capture eight (6x9) or six (6x12) images.

Of course, any type of medium format film can be used, black and white or color doesn't matter. A good film for taking pictures with the camera is Kodak Portra 400*. For black and white pictures you can buy the Ilford Delta 100*. Both films are made by manufacturers with a good reputation.

It can be mounted on a tripod and used with a cable release.
Batteries are not required by the fully manual camera. Instead of a viewfinder, the stereo camera has a hinged frame for sighting the subject. In addition, a spirit level on the top allows the camera to be perfectly aligned.

Technical Specifications

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Property Specification
Film format 120 / Medium Format
Picture Format 120 mm x 60 mm
Lens type Fixed lens
Maximum Aperture f/135
Date Imprinting No
Tripod Mount Yes
Cable Release Thread Yes
Self-timer No
Manufacturer Holga

Used Prices

The current average price for this camera is 96,82 € based on 3 offers, as of 24.2.2025.

Average Price per Year

  • 2025: 99,96 €
  • 2024: 94,70 €
  • 2023: 159,02 €

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQ about the Holga 120 WPC

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