Kirn Fingerprint Camera
The Kirn Fingerprint Camera is a specialist British-made instrument designed for capturing fingerprint impressions, used historically in forensic and identification work rather than general photography. It sits outside the consumer camera market as a piece of dedicated investigative equipment.
Sales data for the Kirn Fingerprint Camera is very thin, with one UK auction hammer result of £312 recorded in January 2025 — a wholesale saleroom figure rather than a retail price. On that limited basis, today a clean example sells for roughly that level, though the value of any individual unit is highly condition-sensitive and the market is too sparse to define a reliable range.
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: January 2025
| Date | Price | Source | |
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| Jan 2025 | £312 | Flints Auctions | |
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Auction: Cameras & Scientific Instruments (Lot 292) Title: A Kirn Fingerprint Camera
Description:
black, body G, used for copying fingerprints or small photos, lens is a Dallmeyer f/4.5 pre-focused, optics have heavy haze, shutter untested. Metal |
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Frequently asked questions
What is a Kirn Fingerprint Camera worth?
Based on a single UK auction hammer result, a Kirn Fingerprint Camera is worth around £312, though with so little data the true market value could vary considerably depending on condition and completeness.
How much does a Kirn Fingerprint Camera sell for at auction?
The only recorded UK auction hammer price is £312 from January 2025, which gives a reference point but not a reliable range.
Is the Kirn Fingerprint Camera a general-purpose camera?
No, it is a specialist instrument intended for capturing fingerprint impressions, so its price and demand are driven by collectors of forensic equipment rather than photographers.