Agfa Karat 4.5
The Agfa Karat 4.5 is a 35mm viewfinder camera from Agfa, the German manufacturer based in Munich. Introduced in the 1930s, it used Agfa's proprietary Karat (Rapid) cassette system rather than standard 35mm cartridges, and was positioned as a compact folding camera for amateur use.
Sales data for the Karat 4.5 is very limited, but a recorded UK auction hammer result in late 2023 saw an example sell for £20. At that saleroom level — which reflects wholesale prices excluding buyer's and seller's commission — the model sits firmly in the budget tier of pre-war German folders as of today, and price expectations in 2026 should be tempered accordingly.
Sales History
Prices shown are UK auction hammer results — the wholesale level achieved in the saleroom. Neither buyer’s nor seller’s commission is included. Dealer and retail asking prices are typically higher.
Prices updated: December 2023
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| Dec 2023 | £20 | Special Auction Services | |
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Auction: Photographica & Cameras Auction (Lot 298) Title: An Agfa Karat 4.5 Camera
Description:
An Agfa Karat 4.5 Camera, serial no BV 3420 T, shutter sluggish on slow speeds, body G, some wear to bottom plate, with 5cm f/3.5 Solinar lens, |
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Frequently asked questions
What is an Agfa Karat 4.5 worth today?
Based on the single recorded UK auction sale, a Karat 4.5 sold for around £20 hammer in 2023, so current value sits at the low end of the vintage folder market.
How much does an Agfa Karat 4.5 sell for at auction?
Available data is limited to one result of £20, so any price guide should be treated as indicative rather than a firm market range.
Is the Agfa Karat 4.5 usable today?
It can be used, but it relies on the obsolete Karat cassette system, which means buyers typically need to reload original cassettes to shoot 35mm film through it.