ISO Standard
The ISO Standard is an Italian-made camera produced by ISO of Milan. It is a rare postwar product from a small Italian manufacturer, and survives today primarily as a collector's item rather than a working photographic tool.
With only a small number of UK auction records to draw on, hammer prices for the ISO Standard span roughly £750 to £1,600, reflecting wholesale saleroom levels rather than retail asking prices. As of 2026, the value of any individual example is highly condition-sensitive, and the thin sample size means the price a given camera sells for can swing significantly between sales. Buyers researching what the ISO Standard is worth should treat the figures here as broad guidance rather than a tight market price.
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: May 2024
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| May 2024 | £750 | Flints Auctions | |
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Auction: Fine Photographica (Lot 144) Title: An ISO Standard 35mm Rangefinder Camera
Description:
1953, chrome, serial no. 10313, with an ISO Iriar f/2.8 5cm lens, serial no. 00361, body G-VG, lens F-G, shutter working, RF batch bright, with some (Qty: 1) |
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| Nov 2014 | EUR 1,600 | Leitz Auction | |
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Auction: Leitz Auction 26 (Lot AI_26_30391) Title: ISO Italy Standard
Description:
in mint original condition with Iriar 2.8/5cm no.00658, original cap, sealed warranty card with matching numbers, instruction book in shape of the camera and maker's box Estimate: EUR 3,000 - EUR 3,500 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is an ISO Standard camera worth today?
Based on the limited UK auction record available, ISO Standard cameras have hammered between roughly £750 and £1,600, though the small sample size means individual results vary widely with condition and completeness.
How much does an ISO Standard sell for at auction?
Recent UK hammer prices include £750 in 2024 and £1,600 in an earlier 2014 sale, giving a rough working price band but no reliable median.
Why does the ISO Standard's value vary so much?
Rarity, scarce comparable sales, and strong sensitivity to cosmetic and mechanical condition all contribute to a wide price range for this model.