Ilford Advocate (I)
The Ilford Advocate (I) is a British-made 35mm viewfinder camera, distinguished by its cream/ivory enamelled cast-alloy body. Produced in the post-war era, it was positioned as a compact domestic 35mm camera aimed at amateur photographers.
At recent UK auction, hammer prices for the Advocate (I) have sat in a narrow £110–£120 band across the sales on record, giving a median around £115 as of 2026. With so few data points, the Advocate's worth today is condition-sensitive: clean, working examples with an intact finish tend to sell for the top of that range, while scuffed or sticky-shuttered bodies attract little interest at saleroom level.
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 | £110 | Special Auction Services | |
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Auction: Fine Photographica & Cameras Auction (Lot 147) Title: A Ilford Advocate I Camera
Description:
A Ilford Advocate I Camera, serial no 1919-1678, shutter working, body G, with Dallmeyer 35mm f/4.5 Anastigmat lens, elements G, in maker's bvox |
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| Jul 2025 | £120 | Special Auction Services | |
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Auction: Photographica & Cameras Auction (Lot 402) Title: A Series I Ilford Advocate Camera
Description:
A Series I Ilford Advocate Camera, shutter working, body F-G, some scratches & wear, would benefit from a clean, with Dallmeyer 35mm f/4.5 Anastigmat |
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Frequently asked questions
What is an Ilford Advocate (I) worth today?
Based on two UK auction hammer results in 2025, the Advocate (I) has sold in a £110–£120 range, so a typical value sits around £115 before buyer's premium.
How much does an Ilford Advocate (I) sell for at auction?
Recent UK saleroom results show the camera selling for £110 to £120, with condition and finish being the main factors that move the price within that band.
Is the Ilford Advocate (I) a good buy at this price?
For collectors of British 35mm cameras the current price level is modest, but the small sample of sales means the market is thin and individual results can vary.