Fed 5
The FED 5 is a 35mm rangefinder camera produced in the Soviet Union by the FED factory. It uses standard 35mm film and sits within the long-running FED rangefinder line, which traces its lineage back to Leica-pattern screw-mount bodies.
Sales data for the FED 5 is very thin: a single UK auction hammer result from February 2024 sold for £25, so today's saleroom value sits around that level rather than at retail prices. With only one data point it is hard to define a reliable range, but FED 5 bodies in this market typically sell for low double-digit sums at the hammer, and condition and working shutter speeds materially affect what a clean example is worth.
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: February 2024
| Date | Price | Source | |
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| Feb 2024 | £25 | Flints Auctions | |
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Auction: Cameras & Scientific Auction (Lot 68) Title: A FED 5 35mm Rangefinder Camera
Description:
chrome, body VG-E, shutter working, RF patch bright & clear, body RF cam slow to spring back, requires service, together with a Industar-61 lens, (Qty: 1) |
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Frequently asked questions
What is a FED 5 worth today?
On the limited UK auction evidence available, a FED 5 is worth around £25 at hammer, though a single sale is not enough to set a firm market price.
How much does a FED 5 sell for at UK auction?
The one recorded UK auction sale in our data sells for £25 at the hammer, excluding buyer's and seller's commission.
Is the FED 5 a good value used camera?
As a working 35mm rangefinder, the FED 5 offers low entry-level value when bought in functional condition, but repair costs can quickly exceed the camera's price.