Leitz Focomat V 35 Auto Focus
The Leitz Focomat V 35 Auto Focus is a darkroom enlarger for 35mm film, made by Leitz of Wetzlar. It was positioned as a compact autofocus enlarger for home and small-studio printing of 35mm negatives.
Auction data for the Focomat V 35 Auto Focus is thin: a single UK saleroom hammer result from late 2025 saw one sell for £180, which gives a rough indication of what a working example is worth today rather than a reliable market range. Because this is a hammer price, it reflects the wholesale level achieved in the auction market and excludes commission. Condition, completeness of the lens and negative carriers, and whether the autofocus mechanism still tracks correctly all influence what an example sells for.
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: November 2025
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| Nov 2025 | £180 | Special Auction Services | |
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Auction: Fine Photographica & Cameras Auction (Lot 486) Title: A Leitz Wetzlar Focomat V 35 Auto Focus Enlarger
Description:
A Leitz Wetzlar Focomat V 35 Auto Focus Enlarger, untested, with colour module fitted, with Leitz Wetzlar Focotar 40mm f/2.8 lens, barrel G-VG, |
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| Oct 2025 | £100 | Flints Auctions | |
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Auction: Cameras & Scientific Instruments (Lot 368) Title: A Leica Focomat V35 Enlarger
Description:
with colour filtration, complete with Schneider Componon-S f/2.8 50mm lens PLEASE NOTE: THIS ITEM CANNOT BE SHIPPED USING OUR IN-HOUSE PACKING |
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Frequently asked questions
What is a Leitz Focomat V 35 Auto Focus worth today?
Based on the limited UK auction evidence available, one example sold at hammer for £180 in late 2025; with only a single data point this should be treated as indicative rather than a firm market value.
How much does a Focomat V 35 sell for at auction?
The one recorded UK hammer sale is £180, so a complete and working unit currently trades around that level, though clean examples with all carriers and a good lens can realistically command more.
Is the Focomat V 35 a camera?
No — it is a darkroom enlarger for printing 35mm negatives, not a taking camera, so its price is driven by darkroom users rather than camera collectors.
What affects the price of a Focomat V 35?
Optical condition of the enlarging lens, a functioning autofocus mechanism, and the presence of original negative carriers and accessories are the main factors that affect what one sells for.