Kamera Werkstatten Praktisix
The Praktisix is a 6×6 medium-format SLR produced by Kamera Werkstätten in East Germany, introduced in the late 1950s. It was positioned as an affordable alternative to West German and Swedish 6×6 SLRs, using interchangeable lenses and a waist-level finder.
Sales data for the Praktisix is thin: a single recorded UK auction hammer result in July 2025 sold for £101, which sits at the wholesale saleroom level rather than dealer retail. With only one data point in 2026, what a Praktisix is worth today varies widely with cosmetic condition, shutter accuracy and whether a working lens is included, so treat this figure as indicative rather than a firm market value.
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: July 2025
| Date | Price | Source | |
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| Jul 2025 | £101 | Chiswick Auctions | |
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Auction: Photographica (Lot 314) Title: A KW Praktisix Medium Format SLR Camera
Description:
A KW Praktisix Medium Format SLR Camera Serial No: 32290 Body: F - missing two retaining screws on top plate Shutter: working Lens: Carl Zeiss Jena (Qty: 1) ... read more |
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Frequently asked questions
What is a Praktisix worth today?
Based on the single UK auction hammer result on file, a Praktisix sells for around £100, though that price reflects one example and the true market value depends heavily on condition and included lens.
How much does a Praktisix sell for at auction?
The only recorded UK saleroom result for a Praktisix is £101 in July 2025, so the available evidence points to a roughly three-figure hammer price for a usable body.
Is the Praktisix the same as the Pentacon Six?
The Praktisix is the earlier Kamera Werkstätten 6×6 SLR; it preceded the Pentacon Six line, and collectors generally treat them as related but distinct models when assessing price.