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Holga 135FC Camera with Flash (Pink Sparkle)

BH #HOS135FCCFPS • MFR #274135
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Holga 135FC Camera with Flash (Pink Sparkle)
Key Features
  • Classic 35mm Film Toy Camera
  • Manual Zone Focusing System
  • 47mm f/8 Plastic Lens
  • Shutter Speeds: 1/100 sec and Bulb
An iconic toy camera with a playful aesthetic, the Pink Sparkle 135FC 35mm Film Camera from Holga is made for those who appreciate light leaks, enjoy slight soft focus, and welcome retro vignetting to create truly unique images. One of the most iconic toy cameras available due to its simple and inexpensive design, the very features that personify the Holga would be considered defects in any other camera. The 135FC offers a choice between f/8 or f/11 aperture settings, along with 1/100 sec. or bulb shutter speed settings. The bulb setting allows the shutter to stay open for as long as necessary for long exposures. This makes it possible to do night photography, get images without a flash in low light situations, or even painting with light. A tripod mount is incorporated into the base of the camera for stable long exposure shooting and a top hot shoe accepts optional electronic flashes.
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Holga 135FC Overview

An iconic toy camera with a playful aesthetic, the Pink Sparkle 135FC 35mm Film Camera from Holga is made for those who appreciate light leaks, enjoy slight soft focus, and welcome retro vignetting to create truly unique images. One of the most iconic toy cameras available due to its simple and inexpensive design, the very features that personify the Holga would be considered defects in any other camera. The 135FC offers a choice between f/8 or f/11 aperture settings, along with 1/100 sec. or bulb shutter speed settings. The bulb setting allows the shutter to stay open for as long as necessary for long exposures. This makes it possible to do night photography, get images without a flash in low light situations, or even painting with light. A tripod mount is incorporated into the base of the camera for stable long exposure shooting and a top hot shoe accepts optional electronic flashes.

  • Uses 35mm film
  • Manual film advance and rewind
  • Hot shoe
  • Tripod socket
  • Threaded shutter release button
  • Aperture at f/8 and f/11
  • Shutter speed approximately 1/100 of a second
  • Bulb setting
UPC: 614572274136

Holga 135FC Specs

Key Specs
Film Format
35mm
Frame Format
Standard 35mm
Focal Length
47mm
Aperture
f/8 or f/11
Self-Timer
No
Type
Optical
Flash
Built-In
Battery
1x AAA (Not Included)
Color
Pink
Item Type
1x Point & Shoot Film Camera
Film Format
35mm
Frame Format
Standard 35mm
Lens
Focal Length
47mm
Aperture
f/8 or f/11
Focus Type
Manual Focus
Exposure Control
Shutter Speed
Fixed 1/100 Second
Bulb/Time Mode
Bulb Mode
Self-Timer
No
Viewfinder
Type
Optical
Flash
Flash
Built-In
Non-Shoe Flash Connection
No
General
Battery
1x AAA (Not Included)
Cable Release Socket
Yes
PC Terminal
No
Film Winding
Manual
Tripod Mounting Thread
1/4"-20 Female
Environmental Resistance
No
Packaging Info
Package Weight
1.095 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
6.9 x 5.4 x 3.5"

Holga 135FC Reviews

Fun and Frustrating

By Skyler
Rated 3 out of 5
Date: 2026-08-10

I got this as an upgrade from an Ilford Sprite 35-II point and shoot. I enjoyed how simple and small the Sprite is for sharing with the whole family, and was interested in how this camera could offer a similar cheap plastic experience but with a little more functionality. My main complaint echoes what others have said, where there has been film winding issues. If things are running smoothly, you will see the film rewinder knob on the top left spin as you advance the film with the winder on the right, so you know film is moving out from the film canister into the camera. If the film is stuck, a clutch mechanism will allow the film advance winder to spin without damaging the film. The film counter will move each time the advance winder is spun even if the film is stuck. So its frustrating to go about using the camera and think you’ve shot a full roll and the counter will progress, while really the film is stuck. Where I think the stuck point has been for me is between the film guide rails and the pressure plate. If the film is not well seated between these plastic rails when loading, it will get pinched between the rail and the pressure plate when first closing the film door. Being really mindful of loading the camera and then frequently checking to see the rewinder knob move with each advance has cleared up all these issues. This is still a sweet camera and I like the look of the vignetted plastic lens, but with the hassle of figuring out these quirks, I’d say you are better off paying a little more for something with better build quality.

film advance fails.

By Michael
Rated 2 out of 5
Date: 2026-06-16

I tore the leader of a film several times, and the clutch finally gave up... I pulled out the film pressure plate and replaced it with a soft foam pad, and managed to shoot a roll of film, but with the clutch blown out the frame spacing was erratic and I gave up on it. I actually ordered an open box new unit from the auction site, and if it even begins to have advance troubles I will replace the film plate with the foam pad, to save the advance clutch... I have an original 135 unit that shoots like a dream.

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What does the FC stand for?

What does the FC stand for?
Asked by: Barron
The F is designating the internal flash unit built into the camera . The C is designating the corner mask that creates the vignette effect on every shot. Flash, Corners 135 FC
Answered by: Mike
Date published: 2026-06-16

Does this 135FC have the same mask inside like ...

Does this 135FC have the same mask inside like the 135BC that creates vignetting?
Asked by: Julie
The Holga 135FC Camera with Flash (Retro Neon) does not have a removable mask. The camera produces vignetting effects even without a removable mask.
Answered by: Rob K
Date published: 2026-07-14
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