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Kodak Medalist II

The Kodak Medalist II is a medium format rangefinder camera produced in the United States, introduced in the late 1940s as a successor to the original wartime Medalist. It uses 620 roll film to produce 6x9cm negatives and was positioned as a high-end professional camera with a fixed Ektar lens.

At UK auction, hammer prices for the Medalist II have ranged from around £60 to £175, with a median near £120 in recent saleroom results. The 2022 result of £175 sits at the top of the recorded range, while earlier Christie's sales suggest the camera's value at auction has been broadly stable over two decades. Today, condition of the bellows, shutter and Ektar lens is what determines where a given example sells for within that range.

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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 2024

Date Price Source
Jul 2024 £69 Flints Auctions
Jun 2022 £175 Flints Auctions
Dec 2021 £223 Flints Auctions
May 2009 EUR 130 Leitz Auction
Mar 2007 £60 Christie's
Mar 2004 £95 Christie's
Nov 2002 £152 Christie's
Aug 2000 £58 Christie's
Nov 1998 £103 Christie's

Frequently asked questions

What is a Kodak Medalist II worth today?

Based on UK auction hammer results, a Medalist II is typically worth between £60 and £175, with recent sales clustering around £120–£180 depending on cosmetic and mechanical condition.

How much does a Kodak Medalist II sell for at auction?

Recorded UK hammer prices range from £60 to £175, and the most recent sale in 2022 reached £175 for a presentable example.

What affects the price and value of a Medalist II?

Working shutter speeds, clean Ektar lens glass, smooth focusing helical and intact body covering are the main factors; cameras needing service typically sell at the lower end of the price range.

Does the Medalist II still use 620 film?

Yes, it was designed for 620 roll film, so users today either respool 120 film onto 620 spools or source original 620 reels, which influences how readily buyers will pay toward the upper end of the value range.

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