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Kodak Petite

The Kodak Petite is a small vest-pocket folding camera produced by Kodak in the early 20th century, aimed at consumers who wanted a decorative, pocketable snapshot camera. It was marketed as a style-led variant of Kodak's compact folding range rather than a technical photographer's tool.

At recent UK auction, hammer prices for the Kodak Petite have ranged from around £82 to £200, with a median near £140 based on the limited sales on record. As of 2026, the Petite's value is driven largely by cosmetic condition and colour — decorative coloured bellows and enamel finishes sell for more, while scuffed or faded examples sell for well under £100 at saleroom level.

Variants

Select a variant to filter the sales history below.

Variant Years Edition Sales Price Range
coloured 7 £46£180
Diamond Door 0
Lightning Bolt 3 £90£359
Step Pattern 0

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: July 2026

Date Price Value GBP Source Variant
Jul 2026 USD 109 £82 🇺🇸 eBay coloured
Jul 2026 USD 480 £359 🇺🇸 eBay Lightning Bolt
Jul 2026 USD 480 £359 🇺🇸 eBay Lightning Bolt
Jun 2026 USD 240 £180 🇺🇸 eBay coloured
Jun 2026 USD 240 £180 🇺🇸 eBay coloured
Jun 2026 USD 240 £180 🇺🇸 eBay coloured
Jun 2026 USD 240 £180 🇺🇸 eBay coloured
Jun 2026 USD 62 £46 🇺🇸 eBay coloured
Jun 2026 USD 62 £46 🇺🇸 eBay coloured
Jan 2023 £138 £110 🇬🇧 Flints Auctions
Feb 2016 £260 £260 🇬🇧 Special Auction Services (archive)
Feb 2016 £100 £100 🇬🇧 Special Auction Services (archive)
May 2005 EUR 132 £90 🇦🇹 Leitz Auction Lightning Bolt
Feb 2002 £82 £70 🇬🇧 Christie's
Feb 2002 £199 £169 🇬🇧 Christie's
Mar 2001 £528 £449 🇬🇧 Christie's

Frequently asked questions

What is a Kodak Petite worth today?

Based on UK auction hammer results, a Kodak Petite is typically worth between roughly £82 and £200, with clean coloured examples sitting toward the upper end of that range.

How much does a Kodak Petite sell for at auction?

Recent UK auction sales show the Kodak Petite sells for about £138 on average, though prices vary with finish and condition.

What affects the price of a Kodak Petite?

Colour, bellows integrity and overall cosmetic condition are the main factors; decorative coloured variants command a premium over plainer or damaged examples.