Bolex B8SL
The Bolex B8SL is a 8mm cine camera from the Swiss maker Bolex, a brand long associated with small-gauge motion-picture equipment. It sits within the standard 8mm consumer-amateur movie camera segment of the mid-20th century.
Sales data for the B8SL is very thin: a single UK auction hammer result from January 2024 shows the camera selling for £44, which reflects wholesale saleroom levels rather than dealer retail pricing. On that limited evidence, today's value for a B8SL in average condition appears to be modest, well under £100, though one data point is not enough to establish a reliable price range.
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: January 2024
| Date | Price | Source | |
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| Jan 2024 | £44 | Flints Auctions | |
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Auction: Cameras & Scientific Instruments (Lot 10) Title: A Paillard Bolex B8SL 8mm Motion Picture Camera
Description:
1960, serial no.843222, twin lens turret camera with Kern-Paillard f/1.9 13mm and f/2.8 36mm AR lenses, spring motor winds up and runs, supplied with |
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Frequently asked questions
What is a Bolex B8SL worth today?
Based on the only recorded UK auction sale, a Bolex B8SL sold for £44 hammer in early 2024, suggesting current value sits at a similar modest level, though a single result is not a firm guide.
How much does a Bolex B8SL sell for at auction?
The one verified UK auction hammer price on file is £44, which is the wholesale saleroom figure before buyer's premium and excludes any dealer mark-up seen at retail.
Is the Bolex B8SL a collectible camera?
It is a vintage Swiss 8mm cine camera, but the very limited sales evidence and low realised price indicate it is collected casually rather than sought after at premium prices.