Hasselblad 553 ELX
The Hasselblad 553 ELX is a motorised medium-format film SLR using the 6×6 V-System with interchangeable backs and lenses. It sits in the motorised ELX line of Hasselblad's modular professional system, aimed at studio and commercial work where motorised film advance was useful.
Sales data for the 553 ELX is extremely limited: the only recorded UK auction hammer result on file is £822 from a Christie's sale in 2002, so a reliable current price band cannot be quoted for 2026. As of today, buyers researching what a 553 ELX is worth should treat that single historic figure as indicative only and watch current saleroom listings for fresh comparables.
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 2004
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| Nov 2004 | EUR 600 | Leitz Auction | |
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Auction: Leitz Auction 6 (Lot AI_6_24625) Title: Hasselblad 553ELX chrome
Description:
mint with cap in original maker's box, instructions Estimate: EUR 850 - EUR 950 |
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| Feb 2002 | £822 | Christie's | |
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Auction: CAMERAS AND PHOTOGRAPHIC EQUIPMENT (Lot 370) Title: Hasselblad 553ELX no. 12EH13091
Description:
Hasselblad 553ELX no. 12EH13091 Estimate: £600 - £900 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is a Hasselblad 553 ELX worth today?
Only one UK auction hammer record is on file — £822 at Christie's in 2002 — which is not enough to set a reliable current value, so buyers should compare against live saleroom results before committing.
How much does a Hasselblad 553 ELX sell for at auction?
The single recorded hammer price in our data is £822, achieved at a UK auction; current sells-for figures will depend on condition, included back and lens, and recent demand for motorised V-System bodies.
Is the 553 ELX the same as the 500 EL/M or 500 ELX?
No — the 553 ELX, 500 ELX, 500 EL/M and 500 EL are separate motorised V-System variants and should not be treated as interchangeable when comparing price or value.