Leica Leicina 8S
The Leicina 8S is a Double-8 cine camera introduced by Leitz at Photokina in 1960 as the first model in the Leicina line. It uses a built-in electric motor, automatic exposure control, and a fixed 15mm Dygon f/2 lens, positioning it as an amateur movie camera within the Leitz range of the early 1960s.
Sales data is extremely thin: a single UK auction hammer result of £19 in June 2023 is the only data point on file as of today. With only one wholesale saleroom price recorded, it is not possible to give a reliable view of what a Leicina 8S is worth or what one typically sells for, though the figure suggests modest value at auction level rather than collector premiums.
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
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| Jul 2026 | £22 | £22 | 🇬🇧 eBay | |
Title: Leitz Wetzlar Leica LEICINA 8S 8mm Cine Film Camera with case
Description:
Hello I'm Leicina 8s cine camera, this camera is in really nice condition I don't know too much about it I know it's related to the legendary Leica brand. this comes with the original manual and a leather bag branded with the leitz logo. Again I don't know too much about it. I have multiple other listings for cameras so please feel free to check out my other items. I have described the condition and how it looks to me as a non professional, I thank you for looking at my listing and if you have any questions please feel free to ask. Thank you for looking at my item and I hope you have a good day! no returns please. Location: Harwich, United Kingdom |
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| Jul 2026 | £15 | £15 | 🇬🇧 eBay | |
Title: Vintage Leitz Wetzlar Leicina 8S 8mm Vintage Cine Film Camera with Case J3205
Description:
Change of Mind. Location: Wakefield, United Kingdom |
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| Jun 2026 | £15 | £15 | 🇬🇧 eBay | |
Title: Leitz Leicina 8S Double 8mm Cine Film Camera - Not Working / For Spare Parts
Description:
This item is not working correctly and is being sold as-is for spare parts, repair or display. This item is listed for spare parts, repair or display. It is not working and is sold as-is. Not tested further. Location: GB, United Kingdom |
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| Jun 2024 | £31 | £25 | 🇬🇧 Flints Auctions | |
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Auction: Cameras & Scientific Auction (Lot 872) Title: A Leitz Wetzlar Leicina 8S 8mm Motion Picture Cine Camera
Description:
grey, circa 1960, serial no.17766, with a Dygon f/2 9mm lens and 15mm lens, two spools, battery box, instruction booklet, case and retail box, |
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| Jun 2023 | £19 | £15 | 🇬🇧 Flints Auctions | |
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Auction: Cameras & Scientific Instruments (Lot 668) Title: A Leica Leicina 8mm Motion Picture Camera
Description:
cream, body G-VG, working when batteries are inserted, with 15, 9, & 6.5mm lenses, optics F, some fungus present, in maker's case, (Qty: 1) |
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| Apr 2019 | £60 | £50 | 🇬🇧 Flints Auctions | |
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Auction: Fine Photographica & Instruments of Science & Medicine (Lot 472) Title: A Leitz Leicina 8S Cine Camera
Description:
1960, green, serial no. 14789, with Leitz Dygon f/2 15mm and Dygon f/2 9mm lenses, body, G-VG, untested, lenses, VG, with case, in maker's box |
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| Jun 2017 | EUR 8,000 | £7,018 | 🇦🇹 Leitz Auction | |
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Auction: Leitz Auction 31 (Lot AI_31_35371) Title: Leicina 8s Prototype
Description:
very rare prototype with factory sticker 'Leicina Special I Ausführung 88', unique with black Leitz Wetzlar Dygon 2/15mm no.0000883 - in fine condition Estimate: EUR 7,000 - EUR 9,000 |
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| Aug 1998 | £40 | £35 | 🇬🇧 Christie's | |
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Auction: CAMERAS AND OPTICAL TOYS (Lot 110) Title: Leicina 8s no. 60309
Description:
Leicina 8s no. 60309 Estimate: £25 - £100 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is a Leicina 8S worth today?
With only one UK auction record on file — £19 hammer in 2023 — there is not enough sales history to state a reliable market value, and any current price would depend heavily on condition and completeness of accessories.
How much does a Leicina 8S sell for at auction?
The single recorded UK saleroom result is £19, but one data point is insufficient to establish a typical selling price.
When was the Leicina 8S introduced?
It was introduced at Photokina in 1960 and was the first model in the Leicina range.
What lens does the Leicina 8S use?
It has a built-in fixed-focus 15mm Dygon f/2 lens with six elements, with optional 9mm, 6.25mm and 36mm Dygon attachments available as accessories.