Antique & Classic Cameras

The price ranges shown are the approximate amount one should expect to have to pay for a Rolleiflex in excellent, but used, condition. Camera should be fully functional as a classic camera with a mostly clean appearance, showing light signs of use or age. Mechanics should be working fully, but may need a CLA service. Pricing was gathered from sales on photo.net, ebay auctions, KEH.com, Kohs.com, and other camera dealers. Prices are biased towards ebay auctions. Expect to pay +10 to +20% more buying from a dealer.   You should also budget $ 150-$250 for a good CLA ( clean, lube and adjust ) if you plan to use the camera regularly. In fact, many cameras that have had professional CLA's done by folks like Fleenor or Krikor, can demand much more on ebay ( in part because these CLA/repair fees can run $ 300-400 ).  Similar to Leica values - the exact condition of the camera - will determine final price. High premiums are paid for minty cameras.

Because there are many ways in which Rolleiflex cameras are categorized, this list may differ slightly to other lists. Its best to utilize the serial # to identify your exact model and variation within that model line.  Planar Rollei's typically sell for more than Xenotar fitted cameras. Lastly, models with the optional meter installed are generally worth more than a non-metered camera, if the meter is working.  The price of a Rolleiflex on ebay varies widely for the same exact model. - it pays to watch prices before buying.  A late 2.8F camera, for example, frequently sell over a range of $ 800-1600 ! The standard deviation on these cameras is enormous. I attribute this to the fact that there is a large supply of used Rollei's in circulation and, that many buyers and sellers are confused as to the exact model in question.    Market Update, June 28, 2009