Name: Lobster Holder V2.1 Full Kit
Rating: 4.75 (16 reviews)

Lobster Holder V2.1 Full Kit is a multi-format film holder (including 35mm and 120) designed for flawless flatness, durability, and easy scanning. Includes light.

€124,90 EUR

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35mm film mask 35mm mask showing only frame 35mm mask showing sprocket holes Without 35mm mask

120 film mask Without 120 film mask 645 mask 6x6 mask 6x7 mask 6x8 mask 6x9 mask 6×12 mask

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The Lobster Holder and its accessories are made from high-quality PLA material, but this also entails a few basic usage guidelines and warnings:

Temperature Caution: Do not expose the product to temperatures exceeding 50 °C (122 °F), as this may cause deformation and permanent damage. This includes keeping the product out of direct sunlight, which could heat it up.
Pressure Warning: Avoid exposing the product to excessive mechanical pressure or impact to prevent damage.
If any damage occurred during transport, please contact us immediately after receiving the package and finding out. We cannot accept exchanges or claims for product deformation reported a significant time (two and more weeks) after delivery.

Shipping

All products are shipped from the Czech Republic (European Union).

All orders for our products are processed and shipped out usually in 2-10 business days.

Most of the orders are shipped by the DHL Express, which delivers packages worldwide very quickly (usually 2 to 5 business days).

Shipping cost is calculated based on your location and the items in your order. You will always know the shipping price before you purchase.

Buyers are responsible for any customs and import taxes that may apply. LobsterHolder.com is not responsible for delays due to customs.

For all information about shipping, customs fees and other possible charges, please read carefully our shipping policy.

Returns

We have a 30-day return policy, which means you have 30 days after receiving your item to request a return.

To be eligible for a return, your item must be in the same condition that you received it, unworn or unused, and in its original packaging.

You can fine more information about the returns in our refund policy.

Lobster Holder V2.1: Because Your Film Deserves More Than Just a Drawer

Tired of the never-ending battles with flatness and the questionable results when scanning your precious films? Welcome to the world of the Lobster Holder. This is our V2.1, which, as a rocket ship, swats through the waters of subpar or overpriced film holders. The idea stays the same as with the original – we want to give the community a holder that keeps the film flat.

What has changed with V2.1

The principle is the same – hinge, two magnets, and a button that lifts the upper part just enough to advance the film during your scanning sessions. Everything else is improved or redesigned.

The hinge is now sturdier and operates smoothly. It feels nice and solid, yet provides enough give.
That iconic button – the one that lifts the upper part is now way sturdier than the original version. Say goodbye to that pesky weak point.
No more messing around with bolts when you want to change the film format. Pull one set of masks and slide in another. This has another added benefit: the film path is now completely smooth and uninterrupted, which means zero risk of your film getting stuck when advancing. No gap, no snag.
The screw-in legs were lovely and made the original holder look like a Nintendo DS on tiny feet, but they were kind of finicky. Also, if you use Cinestill CS-lite as your light source, you had to purchase an adapter separately. Not anymore, we include an adapter with every holder. You want to use something other than CS-lite? No problem, stick the included rubber feet on the bottom part of the adapter.
We use new material. Still a high-quality PLA, but a new matte black formula that looks and feels so great you'll want to lick it. It's also functional: matte surface = less light reflections.
Compared to the V2 the V2.1 brings support for larger frames (for example 6x12, Widelux 50x122 mm and similar sizes), redesigned scanning hood and redesigned stand / CS-Lite adapter.

We absolutely love the new version. We conceived the original Lobster Holder more than three years ago, and learned a ton (about 20 washing machines for the non-metric crowd) about its design and CAD, and it shows. We managed to address every little thing we wanted to fix for some time and are super happy to show it to you, a connoisseur of outdated image-capture media looking for ways to digitize it at home.

What's in the box

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1× Lobster Holder V2.1
1× CS-Lite light source
1× CS-Lite adapter / stand
At least 1× frame mask based on your choice (please pick which version you want)
1× Scanning hood base (extension tube available soon)
Optional: Other frame masks (please see our product catalog )

Key features

Flawless Flatness: That whole setup – new flat masks, a sturdy hinge, and a pair of confident magnets – is making sure your film is perfectly behaved and absolutely refuses to curl up on the job
Multi-Format Compatibility: It is a versatile, multi-format holder that supports a wide range of film types via interchangeable Film Masks. Supported formats include: 35mm, various 120 frame sizes (645, 6x6, 6x7, 6x8, 6x9 and 6x12), slides, 110 film, Half-Frame and obscure formats like 127, Horizon 202, 828, Widelux, Widelux 50x122 mm, Noblex, 126 and even Hasselblad XPan. Custom masks can be requested for unlisted formats, please hit us a message
Effortless Operation: Film format changes are quick and easy – simply pull out and slide in new masks without the need for bolts. The film path is completely smooth to prevent snagging. And the button? That iconic button? Yeah, that makes life… ehm moving the film… much easier
Durable Design: Constructed from a new matte black, high-quality PLA material, the holder features a sturdy hinge and a highly robust, redesigned advance-film button. The matte surface also minimizes light reflections
Included Adapter: An adapter is included with every holder for direct placement onto a CS-Lite light source. Silicone feet are also included for using the holder as a standalone unit on any light table
Lens Hood: Available to eliminate unwanted stray light and ensure the cleanest possible digital scan. Optional extension tube for making the scanning hood longer will be available soon

FAQ

Q: What film formats does the Lobster Holder V2.1 support?
A: The Lobster Holder V2.1 is a multi-format holder that supports a wide variety of film types through its interchangeable Film Masks. This includes standard 35mm (two versions), various 120 film frame formats (645, 6x6, 6x7, 6x8, 6x9 and 6x12), slides, 110 film, Half-Frame and obscure formats like 127, Horizon 202, 828, Noblex, Widelux, Widelux 50x122 mm, 126 and even Hasselblad XPan.

Q: Do I need my own light source when buying the Full Kit?
A: No, you are all set with the Full Kit, hence the name! :) In the Full Kit you will find the CS-Lite light source, which is, in our view, great scanning light in terms of the best bang for the buck, with CRI 95+.

Q: Is the Stand / CS-Lite Adapter included with the V2.1?
A: Yes, unlike the V1, the adapter is now included with every Lobster Holder V2.1. It is designed to be placed directly onto a CS-Lite light source. If you want to use it as a standalone unit on a light table, little silicone feet are also included.

Q: Is there any compatibility between V1 and V2.1?
A: The Lobster Holder V2.1 is very much redesigned so that means all the accessories are incompatible.

Q: Are there any compatibility changes between V2 and V2.1?
A: The only change is the scanning hood which had to be redesigned because of the support for larger frame sizes. V2 scanning hood isn't compatible with the V2.1 and vice versa.

Q: Was the advance-film button a problem in V1, and how is it improved in V2.1?
A: The button on the V1 was a bit fragile, which is why a spare was included. In V2.1, the button has been completely redesigned for extreme durability. It is described as "so robust that we tried to break it and failed," eliminating the previous weak point.

Q: What is the optional Lens Hood for?
A: The optional Lens Hood helps to banish stray light by eliminating any unwanted light that might leak in from the sides, ensuring your focus is only on the film itself for the cleanest possible digital scan.

Q: I have a film format that is not on the list of supported for Lobster Holder V2.1. Does it mean I cannot use the holder for it?
A: If you have a film format that is not listed, please hit us with a message specifying which film format you have. We will check the properties and if it is possible, we will make you a custom mask for it.

Q: Is the Lobster Holder V2.1 still naturally capable of holding a 120 film without a mask?
A: Because of the redesign this feature had to go, unfortunately. But simply choose the 6x9 frame mask (one frame mask is included in the base price) while ordering and you will get the same functionality.

Q: What are the dimensions of the Lobster Holder V2.1 and it's stand / CS-Lite adapter?
A: Dimensions of the holder itself are: 150 × 112 × 24 mm. With stand / CS-Lite adapter attached the height is 36 mm. Base of the stand has dimensions: 150 × 95 mm.

5 stars: 14 (88%)
4 stars: 1 (6%)
3 stars: 0 (0%)
2 stars: 1 (6%)
1 star: 0 (0%)

Very happy with the purchase. The team was very helpful and supportive with some questions and finding solutions. Also the range of available holders for different film formats is big, with option to get custom sizes where needed. The holder keeps film flatter than my previous holder, and all formats have an individual holder which is much better than just a mask for different formats, especially if you have to scan strips instead of whole rolls. All sides of the frame are always supported this way

It works perfectly.
My only complaint would be that the 35mm adapter showing sprocket holes, only shows the sprocket holes. I had hoped I would be able to get manufacturer print on the film strips in frame as well but it's just cut off. Oh well.

Great value for the price, the only problem I encountered so far is that the 6x9 mask lets the film slip out of the groove when its not clamped and moved to the next frame. That issue is pretty much non-significant though, I'm very happy with the purchase.

Best film holder for 35mm and 120.

Pretty long delivery time, and to be honest, even though they claim that the film would be laying flat, it is not even that flat, and when I scan at f/8, I can still see edges of the film curling and therefore out of focus/smudgy, and I can easily pull it through without lifting the lid with the lobster button. So I don’t understand honestly why this product has such a premium. Plus, the hood cannot be used effectively because it is interfering with the front of the lens, and ideally, it should’ve been rounder, and it has a printing defect which is minor, but I am not happy about it. The magnet is not strong enough; sometimes when I press the lobster button, the lid doesn’t even go down under its own weight. It is honestly disappointing and not delivering according to my expectations.

Hi, thank you for sharing this feedback, and we're sorry to hear the final result didn't meet your expectations.

A quick note on timing: every item is made to order rather than pulled from stock, and a one week turnaround for an international delivery is actually within our normal, fair range for that process. But we understand waiting is never fun.

On the specific issues you raised, we'd really like the chance to make this right. Every order includes a letter asking customers to contact us first if something's off, exactly so we can resolve issues like these directly. We'd love that chance, so we will reach out to you via email about those issues and get them resolved for you. We'll get a replacement or adjustment sorted for you.

Scanning hood: The hood is designed to block side light rather than accommodate the lens directly, but we'd like to find a setup that works better for you. Let's get in touch about that as well.

Thanks again for the detailed feedback. It helps us improve.

Flexible, fast, high quality!

Good print materials (resin). Some film adapters where fitting a little to well , but easily fixed. Fast and accurate delivery. Good and compatible alternative to other overpriced solutions.

Very happy with the product!

Exactly what I was looking for 👌

Super Produkt, funktioniert wunderbar. Einfach gut mit Köpfchen Designed.

Great product, easy to use and functional.

The product is better than I expected. However, I mistakenly thought that the full set included two masks: a 35mm and a 120mm.

Thank you, look forward to using. Fast shipping and excellent customer service.

Works flawlessly. Keeps film flat