Kiev 16U (16У/16Y)
The Kiev 16U (16У/16Y) is a Soviet-era 16mm cine camera produced in Ukraine. It was aimed at amateur and semi-professional motion-picture use rather than the still-camera market.
Sales data for the 16U is extremely thin: the only verified UK auction result on file is a single hammer price of £275 from 2005, so today there is no reliable contemporary range or median to quote. Wholesale levels achieved at saleroom level can vary widely with cosmetic condition, mechanical health and the presence of original accessories, and a buyer asking what a Kiev 16U is worth in 2026 should treat that historic figure as a rough reference point only.
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 2005
| Date | Price | Source | |
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| Nov 2005 | EUR 275 | Leitz Auction | |
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Auction: Leitz Auction 8 (Lot AI_8_25682) Title: Kiev 16U
Description:
16mm film camera with clockwork motor drive in mint condition with lens turret and 3 lenses (12.5mm no.690558, 20mm no.700355, 50mm no.700155), 3 filters, rewind handle, empty spools, caps, strap, original instructions, certificate, German translation, original case - beautifully designed rare camera Estimate: EUR 400 - EUR 600 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is a Kiev 16U worth today?
The only verified UK auction record on file is a hammer price of £275, so a precise current value cannot be given; condition, completeness and included lenses will drive the price it sells for.
How much does a Kiev 16U sell for at auction?
With just one verified sale in our data, there is not enough evidence to publish a reliable price range; buyers should compare any current listing against recent results for similar Soviet 16mm cine cameras.
Is the Kiev 16U a still camera?
No. It is a 16mm motion-picture camera, not a 35mm stills camera, which is why it appears less frequently in general photographic auctions.