Konishiroku Sakura (Vest Pocket)
The Konishiroku Sakura (Vest Pocket) is a Japanese folding roll-film camera from Konishiroku, the maker that later became Konica. It belongs to the pre-war vest pocket folding category designed for compact, portable use.
Hammer prices at UK auction for the Sakura (Vest Pocket) are based on a single recorded sale at £300 in 2016, so today's market value is hard to pin down with precision. Buyers asking what one is worth or sells for in 2026 should treat that figure as an isolated saleroom data point rather than a reliable median, and condition, completeness of bellows and shutter function will swing the price considerably.
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: November 2016
| Date | Price | Source | |
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| Nov 2016 | EUR 300 | Leitz Auction | |
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Auction: Leitz Auction 30 (Lot AI_30_34155) Title: Rokuoh-Sha (Konishiroku) Sakura
Description:
rare Japanese Bakelite camera for 4x5cm exposures on 127 film, Rokuoh-Sha meniscus lens, with original everready case, in excellent condition Estimate: EUR 500 - EUR 600 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is a Konishiroku Sakura (Vest Pocket) worth today?
The only recorded UK auction hammer result is £300, so a fair value estimate sits around that figure, with clean working examples potentially commanding more and incomplete ones less.
How much does a Konishiroku Sakura (Vest Pocket) sell for at auction?
Recorded saleroom data is limited to a single £300 hammer price, which is the best available reference point for current price expectations.
Is the Konishiroku Sakura the same brand as Konica?
Yes — Konishiroku is the historical name of the Japanese manufacturer that was later renamed Konica.