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Cambo SC (4x5)

The Cambo SC is a 4x5 large-format monorail view camera, built around a rail-mounted standard system for studio and architectural work. Cambo, a Dutch manufacturer, positioned the SC as an entry-level monorail offering full movements on both standards.

At recent UK auction, hammer prices for the Cambo SC 4x5 have spanned roughly £88–£290, with the two recorded results sitting well apart in time and condition. Today the typical value for a usable body with one standard lens board tends to sit toward the lower end of that band, and what the camera sells for in 2026 is heavily dictated by whether bellows, rail and accessories are included.

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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: October 2022

Date Price Source
Oct 2022 £88 Flints Auctions
Dec 2021 £285 Flints Auctions
Nov 2006 £288 Christie's
Nov 2006 £900 Christie's
May 2000 £117 Christie's

Frequently asked questions

What is a Cambo SC 4x5 worth today?

Based on UK auction hammer results, a Cambo SC 4x5 is worth roughly £88 to £290, with condition and included accessories driving where a given example lands in that range.

How much does a Cambo SC 4x5 sell for at auction?

Recorded UK hammer prices sit between £88 and £288, so a clean, complete example typically sells for a price toward the upper end while a stripped body fetches less.

Is the Cambo SC a good entry into 4x5?

As a monorail with full movements and widely available spares, the SC is a practical and comparatively low-price route into 4x5 large format, provided the bellows and standards are sound.

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