Berning Robot
The Berning Robot is a German-made compact camera associated with the Otto Berning & Co. line of spring-wound 35mm cameras. Buyers searching for what a Berning Robot is worth are typically looking at a mid-twentieth-century mechanical body sold into the photo-enthusiast and press market when new.
Public auction data for this model is extremely thin: a single recorded UK saleroom hammer result from 2003 came in at £82, which gives only a historical reference point rather than a current market price. With one data point, it is not possible to quote a reliable 2026 range or median, and today's value will depend heavily on condition, completeness and which specific Robot variant is offered.
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: November 2003
| Date | Price | Source | |
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| Nov 2003 | £82 | Christie's | |
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Auction: MAGIC LANTERNS, CINE CAMERAS AND CAMERAS (Lot 637) Title: Robot no. 846273-5
Description:
Robot no. 846273-5 Estimate: £120 - £180 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is a Berning Robot worth today?
Sales evidence is too sparse to give a firm 2026 figure; the only logged UK auction hammer price on file is £82 from 2003, which should be treated as a historical reference rather than a current value.
How much does a Berning Robot sell for at auction?
With just one recorded UK hammer result (£82), the price a given example sells for will vary widely with condition, variant and whether the camera is in working order.
Is the Berning Robot a good buy at this price?
At sub-£100 hammer levels a cosmetically tidy, mechanically working example can be reasonable value for a collector, but budget for a service since specialist repair is the main cost risk.