Holga Holgon MF Manual Shoe Mount Flash

  • Price: $16.99
  • B&H # HOMF
  • Mfr# 766120

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The Holga Holgon MF flash is designed with new model Holga cameras in mind. It fits on a standard hot shoe mount and is a standard flash unit with built-in multiple flash capability and bounce features.

Two flash modes available:

SF Mode (Standard Single Flash Mode)
Each time the unit is triggered, either by means of the TEST button, via sync cord or hotshoe, the Holgon MF will flash only once.
MF Mode - (Multiple Flash Mode)
This mode is to be used with the "B" exposure setting of the new model Holga camera. Each time the flash unit is activated, it will fire at the rate of approximately two flashes per second during the whole period of the "B" setting exposure from the time when the shutter is released until it is closed again. Enables a series of images captured on a single frame.
Type Shoe mount
Guide No. 6.5
Angle of Coverage Not specified
Vari-Power None
TTL Dedication No
Bounce Head Yes
Swivel Head No
Zoom Head No
Off Camera Terminal PC sync socket
Recycle Time Not specified
Power Source 4x AA
Dimensions Not specified by manufacturer
Weight 1 lb (450 g)

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Holga Holgon MF Manual Shoe Mount Flash
 
3.9

(based on 11 reviews)

Ratings Distribution

  • 5 Stars

     

    (4)

  • 4 Stars

     

    (4)

  • 3 Stars

     

    (2)

  • 2 Stars

     

    (0)

  • 1 Stars

     

    (1)

91%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Easy to use (10)
  • Lightweight (6)
  • Consistent output (4)
  • Durable (4)
  • Fast recycling (4)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • General purpose (8)
    • Fill flash (5)
      • Reviewer Profile:
      • Photo enthusiast (5), Casual photographer (3)
      • Was this a gift?:
      • No (3)

    Most Liked Positive Review

     

    Simple strobe for a simple camera

    This flash does a wonderful job of not only evening out lighting using the Holga 120N, but it can be used to create some pretty neat effects. The exposure table on the back is ...Read complete review

    This flash does a wonderful job of not only evening out lighting using the Holga 120N, but it can be used to create some pretty neat effects. The exposure table on the back is helpful and it provides adequate output. The recharge time is 4sec. with charged batteries. Totally worth the price as an accessory for the Holga 120N. The only thing that prevents this from being an amazing little strobe is that the head does not pivot.

    VS

    Most Liked Negative Review

     

    Cheap but low quality.

    Flash had a short, possible in battery compartment. Batteries would get hot and would wear out quickly. Tried to move battery tabs in compartment to prevent shorting/cross contact only to have one snap...Read complete review

    Flash had a short, possible in battery compartment. Batteries would get hot and would wear out quickly. Tried to move battery tabs in compartment to prevent shorting/cross contact only to have one snap off. Now it will no longer function.

    REVIEWS

    Reviewed by 11 customers

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    4.0

    Great flash, Super bright, use diffuser.

    By Handy Andy

    from Pittsfield, MA

    About Me Casual Photographer

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Consistent Output
    • Easy To Use
    • Fast Recycling
    • Lightweight

    Cons

    • Heavy Output

    Best Uses

    • Fill Flash

    Comments about Holga Holgon MF Manual Shoe Mount Flash:

    This flash is great, Still on the first set of batteries after a few sessions. 4x AA batteries.

    Super bright, even when adjusting the exposure like the chart suggests. I made a flash diffuser and things are much better.

    Overall: Great for room and large area shots. Needs to be diffused for portraits and shots within 2 meters.

    • Was this a gift?:
    • No

    Comment on this review

     
    5.0

    Perfect flash for the Holga

    By AZDaver01

    from Scottsdale, AZ

    About Me Photo Enthusiast

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Easy To Use
    • Fast Recycling
    • Powerful Output

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Fill Flash
      • General Use

      Comments about Holga Holgon MF Manual Shoe Mount Flash:

      Simple and bright. Not sure what else you need for a flash for a Holga Camera.

      • Was this a gift?:
      • No

      Comment on this review

      (0 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

       
      3.0

      A nice flash

      By ke9fh

      from byron ga

      About Me Photo Enthusiast

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

      • Consistent Output
      • Durable
      • Easy To Use
      • Lightweight
      • Powerful Output

      Cons

      • Not Interchangeable

      Best Uses

      • General Use

      Comments about Holga Holgon MF Manual Shoe Mount Flash:

      I bought these for a friend. He loves them. I belong to a photo club and we share equipment. He is using them every day.

      • Was this a gift?:
      • Yes

      Comment on this review

      (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

       
      5.0

      It fit the need I had

      By John

      from New Hampshire

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

      • Easy To Use
      • Fast Recycling
      • Lightweight

      Cons

        Best Uses

          Comments about Holga Holgon MF Manual Shoe Mount Flash:

          I bought two of them and rewired the short adapter cables to a relay to trigger as lightening. I was using them as a special effect in a show.

          It comes with a short adapter cable for remote operation. The hot shoe is generic and will work with older cameras. Requires 4 AA bateries.

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          4.0

          Worth the price

          By Heather

          from south bend, in

          About Me Photo Enthusiast

          Verified Buyer

          Pros

          • Consistent Output
          • Durable
          • Easy To Use

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • General Use
            • Portraits

            Comments about Holga Holgon MF Manual Shoe Mount Flash:

            The product is worth the cost. Has been working properly.

            • Was this a gift?:
            • No

            Comment on this review

            (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

             
            5.0

            Awesome!

            By Laura B.

            from Cincinnati, OH

            About Me Casual Photographer

            Verified Buyer

            Pros

            • Consistent Output
            • Durable
            • Easy To Use
            • Fast Recycling
            • Lightweight
            • Powerful Output
            • Versatile

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Fill Flash
              • General Use
              • Night Photography
              • Portraits

              Comments about Holga Holgon MF Manual Shoe Mount Flash:

              I use this flash for super overcast days and at night. It's great to have a little additional light on the occasion I need it. It's easy to use and batteries seem to last really long.

              Comment on this review

              (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

               
              4.0

              Cheap Flash For a Cheap Camera

              By Jay-Bird

              from Las Cruces, NM

              About Me Casual Photographer

              Verified Reviewer

              Pros

              • Easy To Use

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • Fill Flash

                Comments about Holga Holgon MF Manual Shoe Mount Flash:

                Considering the price, it does what its supposed to do. While a pivot would be nice, for the price it is not expected. the flash puts out a lot more light than expected, probably too much, a diffuser is probably going to be necessary. A output adjuster would actually be more useful than a pivot. But again the the thing is so inexpensive, you cant ask too much from it.

                For the price if I use it gives you one good shot, its worth its price. You might as well pay the small amount for the extended warranty, considering the batteries you put in the flash will cost more.

                Comment on this review

                (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

                 
                3.0

                Does the trick

                By Dmisita

                from Stamford, CT

                About Me Photo Enthusiast

                Verified Buyer

                Pros

                • Easy To Use
                • Lightweight
                • Versatile

                Cons

                  Best Uses

                  • General Use

                  Comments about Holga Holgon MF Manual Shoe Mount Flash:

                  I bought this to use on my Holga so I could take lomography snaps indoors. It's no Canon Speedlite, but it does the trick. Plus it works with a bunch of my vintage cameras via PC sync.

                  Too bad the head doesn't rotate for bounce.

                  Comment on this review

                  (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

                   
                  5.0

                  Simple strobe for a simple camera

                  By Geraldcor

                  from Salt Lake City, UT

                  About Me Photo Enthusiast

                  Verified Buyer

                  Pros

                  • Easy To Use
                  • Lightweight
                  • Powerful Output

                  Cons

                  • Bulky

                  Best Uses

                  • Effects
                  • Fill Flash
                  • General Use

                  Comments about Holga Holgon MF Manual Shoe Mount Flash:

                  This flash does a wonderful job of not only evening out lighting using the Holga 120N, but it can be used to create some pretty neat effects. The exposure table on the back is helpful and it provides adequate output. The recharge time is 4sec. with charged batteries. Totally worth the price as an accessory for the Holga 120N. The only thing that prevents this from being an amazing little strobe is that the head does not pivot.

                  Comment on this review

                  (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

                   
                  1.0

                  Cheap but low quality.

                  By Loewe

                  from Honolulu, HI

                  About Me Hobbyist/Enthusiast

                  Verified Reviewer

                  Pros

                  • Cheap

                  Cons

                  • Flimsy

                  Best Uses

                  • General Use

                  Comments about Holga Holgon MF Manual Shoe Mount Flash:

                  Flash had a short, possible in battery compartment. Batteries would get hot and would wear out quickly. Tried to move battery tabs in compartment to prevent shorting/cross contact only to have one snap off. Now it will no longer function.

                  Comment on this review

                  (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

                   
                  4.0

                  pretty self explainatory

                  By Jessicca

                  from Ohio

                  About Me Casual user

                  Verified Buyer

                  Pros

                  • Durable
                  • Easy To Use

                  Cons

                    Best Uses

                    • General Use
                    • Night Photography

                    Comments about Holga Holgon MF Manual Shoe Mount Flash:

                    It works just fine

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