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Beaulieu 4008 ZM II

The Beaulieu 4008 ZM II is a Super 8 cine camera produced by the French manufacturer Beaulieu. It sat in the higher-end enthusiast bracket of the Super 8 market, offering interchangeable-lens operation at a time when most consumer Super 8 cameras had fixed optics.

At recent UK auction, hammer prices for the 4008 ZM II have ranged from roughly £81 to £210, with a median around £130 across the small sample of recorded sales. These are saleroom results — wholesale levels before buyer's premium — so retail and specialist-dealer asking prices in 2026 typically sit well above this band, and condition of the motor, meter and zoom drive has a strong bearing on where a specific example sells for.

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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: July 2025

Date Price Source
Jul 2025 £212 Flints Auctions
Jun 2025 £81 Flints Auctions
Apr 2025 £100 Flints Auctions
Aug 2024 £160 Special Auction Services
Dec 2023 £15 Special Auction Services
Nov 2023 £88 Flints Auctions
May 2022 £162 Flints Auctions
Sep 1998 £172 Christie's

Frequently asked questions

What is a Beaulieu 4008 ZM II worth today?

Based on UK auction hammer results, a 4008 ZM II typically sells for around £80 to £210 depending on cosmetic and mechanical condition, with a median price near £130.

How much does a Beaulieu 4008 ZM II sell for at auction?

Recent UK saleroom results show a price range of roughly £81 to £212, giving a median value of about £130 before buyer's premium.

Why do prices vary so widely?

Condition is the main driver: a fully functional body with a working meter, clean zoom and no battery corrosion fetches toward the upper end of the range, while untested or faulty examples sell closer to £80–£100.

Is the Beaulieu 4008 ZM II still usable?

Super 8 film and processing remain available, so the camera can still be used, but buyers should budget for a service given the age of the electronics and motor.

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