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Krauss Scientific Camera

The Krauss Scientific Camera is a specialist instrument camera produced by the French optical maker Krauss for laboratory and technical photography rather than general use. Its scientific positioning and limited production place it firmly in the collector and institutional market rather than among everyday vintage cameras.

Sales data for this model is extremely thin: a single UK auction hammer result from 2004 stands at £1,875, which gives an indication of saleroom-level value but not a reliable current price. Because only one verified sale underpins the record, today's worth depends heavily on completeness, optics and provenance, and what a comparable example sells for in 2026 could vary widely from that figure.

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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: May 2005

Date Price Source
May 2005 £960 Christie's
Nov 2004 EUR 1,875 Leitz Auction
May 1998 £230 Christie's
May 1998 £2,760 Christie's

Frequently asked questions

What is a Krauss Scientific Camera worth today?

The only recorded UK auction hammer price is £1,875 from 2004, so a current value should be treated as indicative rather than firm and will depend on condition and completeness.

How much does a Krauss Scientific Camera sell for at auction?

On the limited evidence available, this model has sold for around £1,875 at hammer in the UK auction market, with the actual price any given example fetches varying with optics, accessories and provenance.

Is the Krauss Scientific Camera a good collector's piece?

Its appeal sits with collectors of scientific and instrument cameras rather than general users, and rarity rather than usability tends to drive its price.