Canon 7 Bell & Howell
The Canon 7 Bell & Howell is a 35mm rangefinder camera, a variant of the Canon 7 distributed in the United States by Bell & Howell. It uses the Canon rangefinder bayonet/screw mount system and dates from the 1960s, positioned as a professional-grade rangefinder when new.
Sales data for this specific Bell & Howell-branded variant is extremely thin: a single Christie's UK auction record from 1998 shows a hammer price of £483, which reflects saleroom level rather than retail. Because that figure is nearly three decades old and based on one data point, it is not a reliable guide to what the camera is worth or sells for today in 2026, and condition plus completeness of branding will heavily influence value.
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 1998
| Date | Price | Source | |
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| Oct 1998 | £483 | Christie's | |
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Auction: CAMERAS & OPTICAL TOYS (Lot 165) Title: B & H/Canon 7 no. 829745
Description:
B & H/Canon 7 no. 829745 Estimate: £400 - £500 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is a Canon 7 Bell & Howell worth today?
The only verified UK auction record available is a 1998 Christie's hammer result of £483, so a current value cannot be reliably stated from the data on hand.
How much does a Canon 7 Bell & Howell sell for at auction?
Documented saleroom evidence is limited to a single sale at £483 hammer; more recent comparable results would be needed to establish a current price range.
What makes the Bell & Howell version different?
It is a Canon 7 rangefinder distributed in the US under the Bell & Howell name, and the co-branding on the top plate is what collectors look for when assessing value.