Leica Mifilmca
The Leitz Mifilmca is catalogued as a 35mm rangefinder-class item within the Leitz product line. Detailed production data for this specific designation is not held on file, so this page focuses on observed auction values rather than feature claims.
Recorded UK auction hammer results for the Mifilmca cluster around £1,000, with both logged sales settling at that figure — a narrow band reflecting how few examples have surfaced. As of 2026, the price a Mifilmca sells for at saleroom level appears stable around the £1,000 mark, though the thin sample means a single fresh result could shift the picture, and condition is likely to drive what any given example is worth.
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: June 2026
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| Jun 2026 | USD 350 | £262 | 🇺🇸 eBay | |
Title: RARE-ANTIQUE - ALTA BOWER "LEICA 1957" MiFilmCa Type Camera Scientific Camera
Description:
Missing the bottom cover. May not work, unable to test this camera. Supposed to go to a microscope from the 50s. Very few of these made, as it was a made to order for a specific scientific equipment distributor. This will come fully insured with signature required. . Location: Santa Rosa, CA, United States |
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| Nov 2025 | EUR 1,500 | £1,320 | 🇦🇹 Leitz Auction | |
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Auction: Leitz Auction 47 (Lot A02685) Title: Leitz Mifilmca 1/3x
Description:
Very rare camera for microscopes resembling the Compur-Leica housing, early version with non-removable 1/3x conical adapter, dial set Compur-shutter, body in beautiful, mint condition, complete set with 2x release cables, rare CALOS release coupler, 2x film magazines and red wooden outfit box. |
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| Jun 2023 | EUR 700 | £601 | 🇦🇹 Leitz Auction | |
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Auction: Leitz Auction 42 (Lot AI_20220121_1128_41619) Title: Leitz Mifilmca 1/3x
Description:
very rare camera for microscopes, resembling the Compur-Leica housing, later version with removable 1/3x conical adapter, dial set Compur-shutter, body in used conditions showing some worn off plating, 'IG53' hand painted red on the bottom plate and rear side, together with red box Estimate: EUR 1,000 - EUR 1,200 |
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| Nov 2022 | USD 1,000 | £852 | 🇺🇸 pedia_sales_tamarkin | |
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Auction: November 2022 Results (Lot 297) Title: Leica Mifilmca 1/3x
Description:
Leica Mifilmca 1/3x |
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| Jun 2022 | EUR 1,000 | £858 | 🇦🇹 Leitz Auction | |
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Auction: Leitz Auction 40 (Lot AI_40_40471) Title: Leitz Mifilmca 1/3x
Description:
very rare camera for microscopes, resembling the Compur-Leica housing, later version with removable 1/3x conical adapter, dial set Compur-shutter, body in used conditions showing some worn off plating, 'Op9' hand painted red on the bottom plate Estimate: EUR 2,000 - EUR 2,400 |
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| Jun 2021 | EUR 1,900 | £1,632 | 🇦🇹 Leitz Auction | |
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Auction: Leitz Auction 38 (Lot AI_38_39296) Title: Leitz MIFILMCA
Description:
Very rare first version in almost mint condition, only showing a cracked vulcanite. Derived from the Leica Compur but without viewfinder and accessory shoe, the MIFILMCA was Leitz's first microphotographic camera, included, 2x spools and red maker's box (Cond. B) Estimate: EUR 2,400 - EUR 2,800 |
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| Nov 2020 | USD 1,000 | £757 | 🇺🇸 pedia_sales_tamarkin | |
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Auction: November 2020 Auction Results (Lot 378) Title: Leica Mifilmca Nr. 4626 microphotographic camera set
Description:
Leica Mifilmca Nr. 4626 microphotographic camera set |
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| Nov 2019 | EUR 1,800 | £1,544 | 🇦🇹 Leitz Auction | |
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Auction: Leitz Auction 35 (Lot AI_35_37694) Title: Leitz MIFILMCA 1/3x
Description:
rare late type in near mint condition with dial set Compur-shutter in nice condition, with cable release and two spools in original red box Estimate: EUR 3,500 - EUR 4,000 |
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| Oct 2019 | £1,680 | £1,400 | 🇬🇧 Flints Auctions | |
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Auction: Fine Photographica & Instruments of Science & Medicine (Lot 135) Title: A Leica Mifilmca 1/3x Microscope Camera
Description:
1932, black, serial no. 5099, with MIKAS attachment, body, VG, complete with Prisma Verschluss and maker's box. |
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| May 2009 | £420 | £420 | 🇬🇧 Bonhams | |
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Auction: Mechanical Music, Cameras, Railwayana, Fire Service and Police (Lot 470) Title: Cameras: Leitz Mifilmca
Description:
A rare specialist Leitz camera with non removable 1/3x conical adapter, eyepiece, cable releases and dial set Compur shutter, mounted on a brass Ernst Leitz microscope No. 94420. (2) Estimate: £450 - £600 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is a Leitz Mifilmca worth today?
Based on the two recorded UK auction hammer results on file, a Mifilmca has sold for around £1,000, so that figure is the best current guide to its value.
How much does a Leitz Mifilmca sell for at auction?
Both logged hammer prices came in at £1,000, but with only two data points the realistic price range could widen once more examples appear.
Is the Mifilmca a common item?
Public sales records for the Mifilmca are scarce, suggesting it is uncommon at auction rather than a frequently traded model.