Konishiroku Koni Omega Rapid-M
The Koni Omega Rapid-M is a medium format rangefinder camera designed for 120 and 220 roll film with interchangeable backs. It was built as a press and professional camera, offering 6x7 negatives and a coupled rangefinder for hand-held work.
At recent UK auction, hammer prices for the Koni Omega Rapid-M have spanned roughly £81 to £180, with the limited sample pointing to a midpoint near £130. As of 2026 the market remains thin and condition-sensitive, so what a given example sells for today depends heavily on the working state of the shutter, rangefinder and film back.
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 2024
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| Oct 2024 | £81 | Flints Auctions | |
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Auction: Cameras & Scientific Instruments (Lot 183) Title: A Konica Koni-Omega Rapid-M Rangefinder Camera
Description:
black, serial no. 41164, body F, brassing to paint, some minor dings, rangefinder working, viewfinder foggy, shutter working, slow speeds OK, with |
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| Aug 2023 | £94 | Flints Auctions | |
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Auction: Cameras & Scientific Instruments (Lot 211) Title: A Koni Omega Rapid M Medium Format Rangefinder Camera
Description:
black & chrome, body G, shutter working but slow speeds too slow, some signs of heavy use, areas of paint touch-ups throughout, with Koni-Omega (Qty: 1) |
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| Oct 2017 | £180 | Flints Auctions | |
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Auction: Fine Photographica (Lot 107) Title: A Konica Koni-Omega Rapid-M Rangefinder Camera
Description:
black, serial no. 44502, with Hexanon f/3.5 90mm lens, black, serial no. 381017, body, G, shutter working, slow speeds sticking, lens, G, some very |
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| May 2000 | £258 | Christie's | |
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Auction: Magic Lanterns, Optical Toys and Cameras (Lot 341) Title: KONI-OMEGA RAPID M NO. 41615M
Description:
KONI-OMEGA RAPID M NO. 41615M Estimate: £250 - £350 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is a Koni Omega Rapid-M worth today?
Based on recent UK auction hammer results, a Koni Omega Rapid-M is worth roughly £81 to £180, with the value depending on cosmetic condition and whether the shutter, rangefinder and back are all fully functional.
How much does a Koni Omega Rapid-M sell for at auction?
Recorded UK hammer prices sit in the £81–£180 range, so a clean, working example typically sells for somewhere in the middle of that band.
What should I check before paying the asking price?
Confirm the film advance and shutter-cocking mechanism operate smoothly, that the rangefinder patch is bright and aligned, and that the interchangeable back winds without light leaks, as repairs can be hard to source.