Goerz Photo-Stereo-Binocle
The Goerz Photo-Stereo-Binocle is an early stereo camera from the German maker C.P. Goerz, built in a binocular-style body that allowed it to double as a viewing instrument. It is a collector-grade item from the early plate-camera era rather than a general-use camera.
Only two UK auction hammer results are on record for this model, at £1,600 in 2012 and £3,125 in 2004, so today's market value is difficult to fix with precision. At saleroom level the piece sells for low-to-mid four figures when it appears, but condition, completeness of the original case and plate holders, and optical clarity drive the price more than any headline figure.
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: November 2025
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| Nov 2025 | EUR 2,400 | Leitz Auction | |
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Auction: Leitz Auction 47 (Lot A02708) Title: Goerz Photo-Stereo-Binocle
Description:
Very rare binocular detective camera for 45x50mm stereo exposures, in good condition, with Doppel-Anastigmat 75mm lenses nos.126361 and 126427, guillotine-type shutter, Newton finder, the camera can also be used as a standard binoculars, with original leather case. |
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| Nov 2016 | EUR 2,600 | Leitz Auction | |
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Auction: Leitz Auction 30 (Lot AI_30_34087) Title: Goerz Photo Stereo Binoculars
Description:
binocular detective camera for 45x50mm stereo exposures, Doppel-Anastigmat III 75mm lenses nos.80018/83342, guillotine shutter, Newton finder, the camera can be used as a camera or as binoculars, in original condition - very rare and maybe unique export camera for Japan engraved 'R.Konishi Tokyo' for the owner of Konishiroku Company in Tokyo Estimate: EUR 4,000 - EUR 5,000 |
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| Nov 2012 | EUR 1,600 | Leitz Auction | |
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Auction: Leitz Auction 22 (Lot AI_22_14338) Title: Goerz Photo Stereo Fernglas
Description:
binocular detective camera for 45x50mm stereo exposures, Rapid-Lynkeioskop Serie E 75mm lenses nos.106331/374, guillotine shutter, Newton finder, original case, two plates, the camera can be used as a camera or as binoculars, in fine original condition Estimate: EUR 2,500 - EUR 3,000 |
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| Nov 2011 | EUR 2,000 | Leitz Auction | |
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Auction: Leitz Auction 20 (Lot AI_20_13031) Title: Goerz Photo Stereo Binocle
Description:
binocular detective camera for 45x50mm stereo exposures, Doppel-Anastigmat III 75mm lenses nos.88735/112070, guillotine shutter, Newton finder, original case, the camera can be used as a camera or as binoculars Estimate: EUR 3,500 - EUR 4,000 |
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| Nov 2008 | EUR 3,000 | Leitz Auction | |
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Auction: Leitz Auction 14 (Lot AI_14_17754) Title: Goerz Photo Stereo Binocle
Description:
detective camera in the form of a pair of binoculars for 45x50mm stereo exposures, Doppel-Anastigmat III 75mm lenses, guillotine shutter, Newton finder, original case, the camera can be used as camera or binoculars Estimate: EUR 3,000 - EUR 3,500 |
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| Nov 2004 | EUR 3,125 | Leitz Auction | |
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Auction: Leitz Auction 6 (Lot AI_6_23985) Title: Goerz Photo-Stereo-Binocle
Description:
detective camera in the form of a pair of binoculars for 45x50mm stereo exposures, Dagor 6.8/75mm, guillotine shutter (working), Newton finder. The camera can be used both as a camera and as binoculars. Very early model, partly re-painted Estimate: EUR 3,000 - EUR 3,500 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is a Goerz Photo-Stereo-Binocle worth today?
On the two recorded UK auction sales it has fetched £1,600 and £3,125 at hammer, so a realistic value sits in the low-to-mid four figures depending on condition and completeness.
How much does a Goerz Photo-Stereo-Binocle sell for at auction?
Hammer prices in the recorded UK sales range from £1,600 to £3,125, with the higher result reflecting an earlier sale of a more complete example.
What affects the price of a Goerz Photo-Stereo-Binocle?
Optical condition of both lenses, working shutters, intact leather and the presence of the original case and plate holders are the main factors that move the value.