Konishiroku Type G Aerial
The Konica Type G Aerial is an aerial photography camera produced by the Japanese manufacturer Konica. It was built for specialist aerial use rather than general-purpose photography, placing it in a niche category of reconnaissance and survey equipment.
UK auction hammer results for the Konica Type G Aerial are thin, with recorded sales spanning £110 to £420 and a midpoint around £270 at saleroom level (wholesale, not retail). As of 2026, values depend heavily on completeness and cosmetic condition, and with so few data points any single result can shift what a Type G Aerial is worth or sells for in the current market.
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: January 2026
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| Jan 2026 | £375 | £300 | 🇬🇧 Flints Auctions | |
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Auction: Cameras & Scientific Instruments (Lot 268) Title: A Konica Type G Aerial Camera
Description:
grey textured finish, serial number 1366, VG, motorised drive works, shutter works, ahs additional plate with 0553/199/1092, with a Hexanon f/3.5 |
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| Nov 2025 | £110 | £110 | 🇬🇧 Special Auction Services | |
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Auction: Fine Photographica & Cameras Auction (Lot 71) Title: A Konica Type G Aerial Camera
Description:
A Konica Type G Aerial Camera, serial no 1341, 0553/199/1092, spring drive working, shutter fires, leaf shutter not working, body G, some surface |
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| Mar 2018 | EUR 600 | £530 | 🇦🇹 Leitz Auction | |
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Auction: Leitz Auction 32 (Lot AI_32_36195) Title: Konica Aerial Camera Type G
Description:
rare compact aerial camera with clockwork motor, for 6x6cm exposures on 120 film, with Tele-Hexanon 3.5/135mm no.6509126, complete with lens cap, 3 filters, strap, instructions, certificate, cleaning set and two magazines, in original metal case, maker's box, probably unused, hard to find this complete and in such great condition Estimate: EUR 1,200 - EUR 1,400 |
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| May 2007 | EUR 600 | £409 | 🇦🇹 Leitz Auction | |
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Auction: Leitz Auction 11 (Lot AI_11_16067) Title: Konica Aerial Type G
Description:
6x6cm, in excellent cosmetically and technical condition with original instruction book Estimate: EUR 1,200 - EUR 1,400 |
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| May 2006 | EUR 330 | £225 | 🇦🇹 Leitz Auction | |
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Auction: Leitz Auction 9 (Lot AI_9_27075) Title: Konica Aerial Type G
Description:
6x6cm on rollfilm 120, rare camera with clockwork motor, Hexanon 3.5/135mm no.9288014, 3 filters, original metal case Estimate: EUR 700 - EUR 900 |
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| Feb 2005 | £420 | £350 | 🇬🇧 Christie's | |
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Auction: CAMERAS AND PHOTOGRAPHIC EQUIPMENT (Lot 224) Title: Konica Aerial camera Type G no. 1205
Description:
Konica Aerial camera Type G no. 1205 Estimate: £500 - £800 |
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| Nov 2000 | £998 | £849 | 🇬🇧 Christie's | |
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Auction: MAGIC LANTERNS, OPTICAL TOYS AND CAMERAS (Lot 322) Title: Konica Aerial camera Type G no. 1269
Description:
Konica Aerial camera Type G no. 1269 Estimate: £500 - £700 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is a Konica Type G Aerial worth today?
Based on the limited UK auction record, hammer prices have ranged from around £110 to £420, though with only two recorded sales the true market value is difficult to pin down.
How much does a Konica Type G Aerial sell for at auction?
Recent and historical hammer results suggest a price range of roughly £110–£420, with condition and completeness being the main drivers.
Is the Konica Type G Aerial a collector's item?
It is a specialist aerial camera rather than a mainstream collectible, so demand is narrow and sales are infrequent.