HOLGA HL-C 60mm
GoPro HB-Series AEWAL-001 1mm
What Buyers Say
HOLGA HL-C 60mm
The Holga lens for Canon DSLRs is a fun, inexpensive way to achieve the classic lo-fi Holga aesthetic on digital cameras. Users love the dreamy, retro look and ease of use, but note significant vignetting on full-frame sensors and an actual aperture much slower than the advertised f/8. The lens is best suited for crop-sensor cameras and those who enjoy experimental, imperfect photography.
Pros
- Fun and inexpensive toy lens
- Easy to install and use
- Dreamy, retro Holga aesthetic
- Great for experimental photography
- Lightweight plastic construction
Cons
- Significant vignetting on full-frame
- Actual aperture much slower than f/8
- Plastic build feels cheap
- Focusing ring is tricky
- Very dark viewfinder in low light
GoPro HB-Series AEWAL-001 1mm
The Ultra Wide Lens Mod for GoPro HERO13 Black receives glowing reviews for its impressive 177-degree field of view and sharp image quality with minimal distortion. Users highlight its ease of installation, sturdy build, and how it expands creative possibilities for action shots and landscapes. While the Q&A section remains unanswered, the five-star ratings consistently praise its cinematic upgrade potential.
Pros
- Wide 177-degree field of view
- Sharp image quality with little distortion
- Easy to attach and sturdy build
- Expands creative filming possibilities
- Works well for action and landscape shots
Cons
- Q&A questions remain unanswered
- Compatibility with older GoPro models uncertain
Scores
Specifications
| HOLGA HL-C 60mm | GoPro HB-Series AEWAL-001 1mm | |
|---|---|---|
| Optics | ||
| Type | standard | wide-angle |
| Focal Length Min | 60 mm | 1 mm |
| Focal Length Max | 60 mm | 1 mm |
| Coating | — | hydrophobic lens coating |
| Aperture | ||
| Max Aperture | f/8 | f/0 |
| Min Aperture | f/8 | f/0 |
| Constant | ✓★ | — |
| Build | ||
| Mount | Nikon F | GoPro HERO Black Mount |
| Weather Sealed | — | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.03 kg★ | 0.10 kg |
| AF & Stabilization | ||
| AF Type | manual focus only | — |
| Stabilization | ✓ | ✓ |
Pros & Cons
HOLGA HL-C 60mm
- Strong build (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong stabilization (79th percentile)
- Strong social proof (77th percentile)
- Below average macro (12th percentile)12th %ile
- Below average af (15th percentile)15th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (17th percentile)17th %ile
- Below average optical (18th percentile)18th %ile
GoPro HB-Series AEWAL-001 1mm
- Strong bokeh (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong aperture (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong build (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Below average macro (12th percentile)12th %ile
- Below average versatility (33rd percentile)
Pricing
HOLGA HL-C 60mm
No current pricing available
GoPro HB-Series AEWAL-001 1mm
Verdict
Scores 81 overall, wins 9 of 9 usage categories and 1 of 12 specs.
