Kiev IIA
The Kiev IIA is a Soviet-made 35mm rangefinder camera produced in Ukraine, based on the pre-war Contax II design whose tooling was transferred to Kiev after 1945. It sits in the interchangeable-lens rangefinder category and uses the Contax bayonet mount, placing it alongside other post-war Soviet reinterpretations of German camera engineering.
At recent UK auction, hammer prices for the Kiev IIA have spanned roughly £25 to £150, with only a small number of verified results to anchor a median. As of 2026, what a Kiev IIA is worth today depends heavily on cosmetic condition, whether the rangefinder is accurate, and whether a working lens is included; clean, functional examples sell for more, while rough bodies routinely sell for well under £50.
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: October 2025
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| Oct 2025 | £150 | Flints Auctions | |
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Auction: Cameras & Scientific Instruments (Lot 96) Title: An Arsenal Kiev IIa 35mm Rangefinder Camera
Description:
repainted black, serial no. 7110655, with Jupiter 8-M 50mm f/2 lens, serial no. 6923427, body VG, shutter working, RF patch bright & clear, lens (Qty: 1) |
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| Jun 2024 | £25 | Special Auction Services | |
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Auction: Photographica & Cameras Auction (Lot 179) Title: A Keiv IIA Rangefinder Camera
Description:
A Keiv IIA Rangefinder Camera, shutter working, sluggish in slow speeds, self timer springing back, not working, rangefinder working, body G, with |
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Frequently asked questions
What is a Kiev IIA worth today?
Based on UK auction hammer results, a Kiev IIA has sold for between about £25 and £150, with the price largely driven by cosmetic condition and whether the shutter and rangefinder are working.
How much does a Kiev IIA sell for at auction?
Recent UK saleroom prices for the Kiev IIA have ranged from roughly £25 for rough bodies to around £150 for cleaner, functional examples.
Is the Kiev IIA a good value rangefinder?
For buyers who want a Contax-mount rangefinder experience, the Kiev IIA offers a low entry price, but the value depends on finding an example whose shutter and rangefinder still work correctly.