Leica R9
The Leitz (Leica) R9 is a 35mm single-lens reflex camera introduced in 2002 and the final model in Leica's R-series SLR line. It uses the Leica R bayonet mount and was offered in black and anthracite finishes, positioned at the top of Leica's reflex range and compatible with the separately-sold Digital Module R back.
At recent UK auction, hammer prices for the R9 body have ranged from around £380 to £850, with a median near £780. The two most recent sales in 2024 and 2025 both cleared £800 at saleroom level, suggesting values have firmed up today compared with the weaker £380–£525 results seen in early 2023. Condition, cosmetic finish and whether the body is sold with a working meter drive how much an R9 sells for in the current market.
Variants
Select a variant to filter the sales history below.
| Variant | Years | Edition | Sales | Price Range |
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| (anthracite) | — | — | 2 | £420 – £976 |
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.
Based on 11 recorded sales.
Last checked on eBay: 15 August 2026. Most recent sale: June 2026.
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| Jun 2026 | £976 | £976 | 🇬🇧 eBay | (anthracite) | |
Title: Leica R9 Anthracite Camera Body Boxed 10090
Description:
Includes body cap, strap, batteries, instruction manual, Leica test certificate and warranty card. All functions operate correctly. The viewing system is clean and clear. Location: Helston, United Kingdom |
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| Apr 2025 | £812 | £650 | 🇬🇧 Flints Auctions | — | |
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Auction: Fine Photographica (Lot 79) Title: A Leica R9 SLR Camera Body
Description:
2003, black, serial no. 2925649, body, VG-E, shutter working, complete with paperwork and maker's box |
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| Nov 2024 | EUR 950 | £792 | 🇦🇹 Leitz Auction | — | |
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Auction: Leitz Auction 45 (Lot A01037) Title: Leica R9 anthracite 10090
Description:
The last model from the Leica R series in beautiful, mint and unused condition, complete with box and papers. Estimate: EUR 1,000 - EUR 1,200 |
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| Oct 2024 | £800 | £800 | 🇬🇧 Harper Field Auctions | — | |
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Auction: Buying & Selling (Lot 1821) Title: Leica R9 35mm SLR camera, serial number 2883247, with digital back module and power unit, serial
Description:
Leica R9 35mm SLR camera, serial number 2883247, with digital back module and power unit, serial |
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| Oct 2024 | £380 | £380 | 🇬🇧 Harper Field Auctions | — | |
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Auction: Buying & Selling (Lot 1822) Title: Leica R9 35mm SLR camera body, serial number 2925974, motor drive and remote control, all with
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Leica R9 35mm SLR camera body, serial number 2925974, motor drive and remote control, all with |
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| May 2024 | £812 | £650 | 🇬🇧 Flints Auctions | — | |
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Auction: Fine Photographica (Lot 84) Title: A Leica R9 SLR Body
Description:
2002, Anthracite, serial no. 2881481, body, E, shutter working, complete with passport, paperwork, maker's box and ever-ready case |
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| Apr 2024 | £850 | £850 | 🇬🇧 Special Auction Services | — | |
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Auction: Photographica & Cameras Auction (Lot 432) Title: A Leica R9 SLR Camera
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A Leica R9 SLR Camera, black, made in Germany, serial no 2925701, 2003, shutter working, meter responsive, camera responsive in settings, back |
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| Aug 2023 | £380 | £380 | 🇬🇧 Special Auction Services | — | |
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Auction: Photographica & Cameras Auction (Lot 218) Title: A Leica R9 Camera Body
Description:
A Leica R9 Camera Body, 10 091, made in Germany, serial no 2925649, 2003, shutter working, meter working, possible issue re setting ASA from 100 ASA, |
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| May 2023 | £775 | £620 | 🇬🇧 Flints Auctions | — | |
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Auction: Fine Photographica (Lot 54) Title: A Leica R9 35mm SLR Camera
Description:
2002, black, serial no. 2883622, with a Leitz Canada Summicron-R f/2 50mm lens, 1982, black, serial no. 3227606, shutter working, body, E, lens, VG, |
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| Jan 2023 | £525 | £420 | 🇬🇧 Flints Auctions | (anthracite) | |
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Auction: The Collectors Sale (Lot 47) Title: A Leica R9 SLR Body
Description:
2002, Anthracite, serial no. 2881852, body, E, powers up but shows error message, complete with paperwork and maker's box Note: This lot incurs VAT, |
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| Oct 2017 | £276 | £230 | 🇬🇧 Flints Auctions | — | |
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Auction: Fine Photographica (Lot 40) Title: A Leica R9 SLR Body
Description:
anthracite, serial no. 2884015, body, VG-E, shutter working, in maker's outer box but lacking inner packing |
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Frequently asked questions
What is a Leica R9 worth today?
Recent UK auction hammer prices for R9 bodies have sat between roughly £380 and £850, with clean 2024–2025 examples fetching around £800–£850.
How much does a Leica R9 sell for at auction?
The median hammer price across recent UK sales is close to £780, though tired or untested bodies have sold for as little as £380.
Is the anthracite R9 more valuable than the black version?
Both finishes appear in the sales data at similar price levels; condition and working electronics have a larger effect on value than colour.
Does the R9 price include a lens?
The figures quoted here are body-only hammer results; R-mount lenses such as the Summicron-R or Elmarit-R are priced separately and can add substantially to a complete outfit.