Kiev 30
The Kiev 30 is a Soviet subminiature camera using 16mm film, produced in Ukraine as part of the Kiev family of pocket-format cameras aimed at casual and covert use.
Sales data for the Kiev 30 is extremely limited: a single recorded UK auction hammer result from 2014 sold for £500, which sits at the higher end for Soviet subminiature cameras and likely reflects an exceptional example, full kit, or boxed condition. With only one data point in the saleroom record, today's market value cannot be reliably stated, and typical examples may sell for considerably less than this figure. Buyers researching what a Kiev 30 is worth should treat this single result as an outlier rather than a guide 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: March 2014
| Date | Price | Source | |
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| Mar 2014 | EUR 500 | Leitz Auction | |
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Auction: Leitz Auction 25 (Lot AI_25_29834) Title: Kiev-30 Signal Lamp Camera
Description:
probably custom made spy device, Kiev subminiature camera built into an electric lamp, two sliders that change the filters Estimate: EUR 1,000 - EUR 1,200 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is a Kiev 30 worth today?
Reliable pricing is difficult: the only recorded UK auction hammer result is £500 from 2014, which is unusually high for a Soviet subminiature and should not be taken as a typical value.
How much does a Kiev 30 sell for at auction?
On the basis of one recorded sale the price reached £500, but with no further hammer results to compare against, buyers should expect significant variation depending on condition, completeness and whether the original case and cassettes are present.
Is the Kiev 30 a film camera?
Yes, it is a 16mm subminiature film camera, so usability today depends on access to 16mm film and the original cassettes.