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Canon 25mm f/3.5

The Canon 25mm f/3.5 is a super-wide rangefinder lens in L39 (Leica thread) screw mount, produced during Canon's rangefinder era before the FD system arrived in 1971. Designed to pair with Canon's thread-mount bodies and compatible Leica and Bessa rangefinders, it was aimed at photographers wanting a compact wide-angle optic for reportage and architectural work.

At recent UK auction, hammer prices for the Canon 25mm f/3.5 in L39 mount have ranged from £170 to £300, with a median around £230 across the five results we track. As of 2026, clean copies with original finder and caps tend to sell for the upper end of that band, while examples with cosmetic wear or haze slip toward the lower price point — note these are saleroom hammer figures, which sit below typical dealer retail.

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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 2023

Date Price Source
Oct 2023 £300 Special Auction Services
Oct 2023 £170 Special Auction Services
Oct 2023 £230 Special Auction Services
Oct 2023 £230 Special Auction Services
Oct 2023 £300 Special Auction Services
Jan 2022 £260 Flints Auctions
Nov 2008 EUR 340 Leitz Auction

Frequently asked questions

What is a Canon 25mm f/3.5 L39 worth today?

Based on recent UK auction hammer results, a Canon 25mm f/3.5 in L39 mount is worth roughly £170 to £300, with a median value near £230 depending on cosmetic and optical condition.

How much does a Canon 25mm f/3.5 sell for at auction?

Tracked UK auction sales show the lens sells for between £170 and £300 at hammer, with clean examples clustering at the £300 end of the price range.

Is the Canon 25mm f/3.5 a rangefinder lens?

Yes — the absence of an FD or EF prefix and the L39 screw mount confirm it is a Canon rangefinder-era wide-angle, pre-dating the 1971 FD system.

What should I check before buying one?

Inspect the glass for fungus, haze and coating scratches, verify the aperture blades are dry and snappy, and make sure the focus helicoid turns smoothly without stiff spots.

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