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Busch Pressman

The Busch Pressman is a press-type folding camera associated with mid-20th-century news and commercial photography. It uses sheet film and was positioned as a working professional's field camera rather than a consumer product.

At UK auction, hammer prices for the Busch Pressman have sat in a £120–£150 range across the limited records available, with a median near £135. Today the model sells for modest sums at saleroom level, and what a given example is worth depends heavily on the condition of the bellows, shutter and ground glass; the headline value can shift sharply once a working lens and film holders are included.

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 2025

Date Price Source
Nov 2025 £120 Special Auction Services
Nov 2007 EUR 150 Leitz Auction

Frequently asked questions

What is a Busch Pressman worth today?

Recent UK auction hammer results place the Busch Pressman in the £120–£150 bracket, though outfits with a clean lens and film holders can sit at the upper end.

How much does a Busch Pressman sell for at auction?

The two recorded UK sales cleared at £120 and £150, giving a working median around £135 before buyer's premium.

What affects the price of a Busch Pressman?

Bellows condition, shutter accuracy, and whether the camera comes with its original lens and film holders are the main factors that move the value up or down.