Canon Scoopic 16 M
The Canon Scoopic 16 M is a 16mm cine camera designed for news and documentary shooting, with a fixed zoom lens and built-in light meter for run-and-gun work. It was aimed at professional film operators who needed a self-contained motion-picture body rather than a modular studio setup.
At UK auction, hammer prices for the Scoopic 16 M have been consistent at £150 in the limited results on record, giving a narrow observed range around that figure in today's saleroom market. With only two data points, this is indicative rather than definitive, and condition of the motor, meter and optics will swing what a clean example is worth in 2026.
Sales History
Prices shown are realised prices — auction results and completed eBay sales, never asking prices. Most saleroom figures are hammer prices, before commission; some houses publish a premium-inclusive figure, and we do not adjust for condition. Dealer and retail asking prices are typically higher. How this figure is calculated.
Prices updated: July 2026
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| Jul 2026 | USD 4,000 | £2,992 | 🇺🇸 eBay | |
Title: AA Battery x 2【MINT w/ Case】CANON SCOOPIC 16M 16mm Film Movie Cine Camera JAPAN
Description:
・AA Battery Holder x 2. ■ Appearance. Appearance is beautiful. ・Lens Hood. ・Front Lens Cap. ・Lens Filter. ■ Serial Number. No problem in the shooting. Location: Kagawaken, Japan |
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| May 2026 | £2,216 | £2,216 | 🇬🇧 eBay | |
Title: AA Battery【EXC+5 w/ Case】CANON SCOOPIC 16M 16mm Film Movie Cine Camera JAPAN
Description:
AA Battery All Works! ■ Appearance. ・Lens Filter. ■ Serial Number. Beautiful condition. There is a few dusts. I send a product by DHL. There is no separation. Location: Kagawaken, Japan |
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| Jan 2024 | £150 | £120 | 🇬🇧 Flints Auctions | |
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Auction: Cameras & Scientific Instruments (Lot 15) Title: A Canon Scoopic 16 M 16mm Professional Motion Picture Camera
Description:
black, circa 1973, serial no.31124, with a Canon C-16 f/1.8 12.5-75mm macro zoom lens, body P-F, battery compartment corrosion, lens appears F-G, |
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| Jun 2023 | £150 | £120 | 🇬🇧 Flints Auctions | |
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Auction: Cameras & Scientific Instruments (Lot 526) Title: A Canon Scoopic-16 16mm Cine Camera
Description:
with Canon C-16E f/1.6 13-76mm lens, body, P-F, untested lens, F, some light internal haze and fungus |
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Frequently asked questions
What is a Canon Scoopic 16 M worth today?
Recorded UK auction hammer sales sit at £150, so that is a reasonable reference point for the value of a working example, subject to condition.
How much does a Canon Scoopic 16 M sell for at auction?
The limited sales history shows the camera sells for around £150 at UK auction, with price sensitive to meter function, lens clarity and motor health.
Is the Canon Scoopic 16 M a good buy for 16mm filmmaking?
It is a self-contained 16mm cine body with a fixed zoom, which keeps the entry price lower than modular systems, but buyers should budget for specialist servicing.