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Berning Robot Recorder 36

The Robot Recorder 36 is a 35mm camera made by Otto Berning & Co. of Germany, part of the Robot family of spring-driven cameras. The Recorder variants were configured for extended film loads, positioning them for technical, surveillance and sequential-recording applications rather than general amateur photography.

At UK auction, hammer prices for the Robot Recorder 36 have ranged from around £120 to £345, with a median near £140 based on the handful of recorded sales. The most recent hammer result in 2025 was £120, suggesting that as of today the camera sells for a modest sum at saleroom level, though the thin sample size means any single clean example with accessories can move the price meaningfully.

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.

Date Price Source
Jul 2025 £120 Special Auction Services
Sep 2003 £141 Christie's
Feb 1999 £345 Christie's