Kodak No. 4 Kodak Camera
The No. 4 Kodak Camera is an early roll-film box camera produced by the Eastman company in the late 19th century. It was a larger-format sibling to the original Kodak, aimed at amateurs who wanted bigger negatives from a simple, factory-loaded camera.
At UK auction, hammer prices for the No. 4 Kodak Camera have spanned roughly £74 to £900, reflecting wide condition and completeness differences rather than a settled market value. With only a pair of recorded saleroom results to reference, today's price guidance is indicative rather than definitive, and cosmetically clean, mechanically intact examples sit toward the upper end of that range. Buyers asking what a No. 4 Kodak is worth should treat these figures as wholesale hammer levels from UK auctions.
Sales History
Prices shown are realised prices — auction results and completed eBay sales, never asking prices. Most saleroom figures are hammer prices, before commission; some houses publish a premium-inclusive figure, and we do not adjust for condition. Dealer and retail asking prices are typically higher. How this figure is calculated.
Prices updated: June 2026
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| Jun 2026 | USD 65 | £49 | 🇺🇸 eBay | |
Title: F97653~ Eastman Kodak 4X5 No.4 Plate Camera Series D Body - Some Issues
Description:
Apparently, there were only 2,100 produced. Front standard with rise/fall and shift. The back could swing around so as to tilt the plane of focus. Also included double extension bellows for close-up work. Location: Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, United States |
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| May 2026 | USD 288 | £214 | 🇺🇸 eBay | |
Title: Eastman Kodak No. 4 Series C Plate Camera c.1890 #620
Description:
This item is rated inGood condition. This item is in good condition and has been fully tested as operational. It shows moderate wear consistent with its age. Glass may have slight imperfections that do not affect picture quality. Location: Indianapolis, Indiana, United States |
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| Jul 2025 | £69 | £55 | 🇬🇧 Flints Auctions | |
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Auction: Cameras & Scientific Instruments (Lot 252) Title: A Kodak Eastman No.4 Cartridge Kodak
Description:
black, body F-G, opens and extends correctly, bellows appear G, with lens and shutter. Notes; SKA0511 |
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| Jan 2025 | £50 | £40 | 🇬🇧 Flints Auctions | |
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Auction: Cameras & Scientific Instruments (Lot 177) Title: A Kodak No.4 Cartridge Folding Camera
Description:
black, body G, bellows open and close correctly, appear G, shutter not working, |
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| Nov 2020 | £335 | £270 | 🇬🇧 Flints Auctions | |
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Auction: Fine Photographica & Instruments of Science (Lot 440) Title: A Kodak Eastman Kodak No.4 Camera
Description:
1889-97, black, serial no. 6214, body, G-VG, shutter working, lens, VG-E |
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| Jun 2017 | EUR 900 | £790 | 🇦🇹 Leitz Auction | |
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Auction: Leitz Auction 31 (Lot AI_31_35583) Title: Eastman Kodak No.4 Folding Kodak Camera
Description:
detective camera resembling a leather carrying case when closed, for plates 5x7", with unmarked lens in unmarked sector shutter, beautiful condition, with three double film holders and matching roll film holder Estimate: EUR 800 - EUR 900 |
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| Nov 2006 | EUR 750 | £505 | 🇦🇹 Leitz Auction | |
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Auction: Leitz Auction 10 (Lot AI_10_15241) Title: No.4 Folding Kodak
Description:
first model, for exposures 4x5", with Bausch & Lomb lens in rotating sector shutter, Kodak roll-film back no.345. Ex Spira Collection. Estimate: EUR 600 - EUR 800 |
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| Nov 2006 | EUR 475 | £320 | 🇦🇹 Leitz Auction | |
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Auction: Leitz Auction 10 (Lot AI_10_15242) Title: No.4 Folding Kodak
Description:
1897 Model, for exposures 4x5", with Bausch & Lomb lens in B&L Iris shutter, Kodak roll-film back no.8698, and yellow filter. An early Kodak in excellent condition. Ex Spira Collection. Estimate: EUR 700 - EUR 900 |
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| Sep 1999 | £195 | £170 | 🇬🇧 Christie's | |
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Auction: Cameras and Optical Toys (Lot 339) Title: No. 4 Kodak no. 7014
Description:
No. 4 Kodak no. 7014 Estimate: £150 - £200 |
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| Nov 1998 | £322 | £280 | 🇬🇧 Christie's | |
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Auction: KOSLOV COLLECTION OF CAMERAS AND SCIENTIFIC INSTRUMENTS (Lot 270) Title: No. 4 Folding Kodak
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No. 4 Folding Kodak Estimate: £100 - £150 |
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| May 1998 | £74 | £64 | 🇬🇧 Christie's | |
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Auction: CAMERAS AND OPTICAL TOYS (Lot 437) Title: No.4 Kodak
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No.4 Kodak Estimate: £150 - £200 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is a No. 4 Kodak Camera worth today?
Recorded UK auction hammer prices range from about £74 to £900, so value depends heavily on condition, completeness, and whether original accessories are present.
How much does a No. 4 Kodak Camera sell for at auction?
The two recorded UK saleroom results sit at £74 and £900 hammer, indicating the price a given example achieves is very condition-sensitive.
What should I check before buying one?
Examine the wood body, leather covering, and shutter function, and confirm the camera is complete, as missing parts sharply reduce its market price.