Holga HL-C 60mm f

Praised by Experts

• ✓Creates unique lo‑fi effects such as haze, vignetting and chromatic aberration that are hard to replicate with standard lenses.
• ✓Extremely portable and lightweight, allowing photographers to carry it on any shoot without added bulk.
• ✓Very low cost provides an accessible entry point for creative experimentation with Holga‑style imagery.
• ✓Provides decent flare control and good color rendition in certain scenarios, making it viable for long exposures.

Criticized by Experts

• ✗Build quality is poor; the all‑plastic body feels flimsy and the focus ring is stiff, leading to a sub‑par ergonomic experience.
• ✗Effective aperture is around f/22, making the lens extremely dim and difficult to use in low‑light or for infinity focus.
• ✗Severe vignetting and soft corners severely limit usable image area, and the lens exhibits strong chromatic aberration across the frame.
• ✗Professional reviewers note that even after modification to true f/8, sharpness beyond 10 m deteriorates, restricting practical use.