Leitz M7 0.72 black
The Leica M7 is a 35mm rangefinder camera introduced in 2002, produced by Leitz/Leica as the first M-series body with aperture-priority automatic exposure and an electronically timed shutter. The 0.72 designation refers to the standard viewfinder magnification, suited to 35mm, 50mm and 90mm framelines, and the black finish was offered alongside a chrome version throughout its production life.
At recent UK auction, hammer prices for the M7 0.72 in black have ranged from about £3,000 to £5,000, with results clustering around £3,400 — these are saleroom results excluding buyer's and seller's premium, so retail dealer asking prices sit meaningfully higher. As of 2026 the M7 is worth noticeably more than it sold for a decade ago, reflecting that production ended in 2018 and that clean, working examples are becoming harder to source. Condition, finder clarity and whether the original box and paperwork are present are the main factors driving where a given camera sells for within that range.
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: January 2025
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| Jan 2025 | USD 2,900 | pedia_sales_tamarkin | |
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Auction: 2025 Auction Results (Lot 300) Title: Leica M7 .72 Black “Test Camera USA”
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Leica M7 .72 Black “Test Camera USA” |
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| Oct 2024 | £1,800 | Harper Field Auctions | |
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Auction: Buying & Selling (Lot 1753) Title: Leica M7 0.72 35mm rangefinder camera black body, serial number 2777100, circa 2001, in original
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Leica M7 0.72 35mm rangefinder camera black body, serial number 2777100, circa 2001, in original |
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| Apr 2024 | £3,000 | Special Auction Services | |
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Auction: Photographica & Cameras Auction (Lot 468) Title: A Leica M7 Set 0.72 10 546 Rangefinder Camera
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A Leica M7 Set 0.72 10 546 Rangefinder Camera, black, serial no 2945949, 2003, shutter working, meter working, body VG-E, with Leica Summicron-M 50mm |
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| Nov 2023 | £5,000 | Flints Auctions | |
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Auction: Fine Photographica (Lot 42) Title: A Leica M7 0.72 Rangefinder Camera
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2003, black, serial no. 2946286, with Leitz Summicron-M f/2 50mm lens, 2003, black, serial no. 3996045, body, E, shutter working, lens, E, complete |
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| Nov 2022 | £3,375 | Flints Auctions | |
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Auction: Fine Photographica (Lot 42) Title: A Leica M7 0.72 Rangefinder Camera Outfit
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2002, black, serial no. 2851178, with Leitz Summicron f/2 50mm lens, 1969, black, serial no. 2332665, body, G-VG, shutter working, lens, F-G, some |
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| Jun 2004 | £1,075 | Christie's | |
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Auction: LEICA, NIKON AND 35MM CAMERAS (Lot 397) Title: Leica M7 0.72 no. 2888735
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Leica M7 0.72 no. 2888735 Estimate: £1,000 - £1,500 |
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| Sep 2003 | £1,292 | Christie's | |
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Auction: CAMERAS & PHOTO EQUIP, INCLUDING A EUROPEAN LEICA COLLECTION (Lot 175) Title: Leica M7 0.72 no. 2779900
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Leica M7 0.72 no. 2779900 Estimate: £1,000 - £1,500 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is a Leica M7 0.72 black worth today?
Recent UK auction hammer results place the value of a black M7 0.72 between roughly £3,000 and £5,000, with a median around £3,400 depending on condition and accessories.
How much does a Leica M7 0.72 black sell for at auction?
Clean examples have sold for about £3,000 to £3,400 at UK salerooms recently, while exceptional or boxed cameras have reached £5,000.
Is the black M7 0.72 more valuable than the chrome version?
Black-finish M7 bodies generally command a modest premium over chrome because the paint shows wear more readily, making unmarked examples scarcer.
Does the M7 still work without a battery?
Only the 1/60 and 1/125 mechanical shutter speeds operate without battery power; all other speeds and the aperture-priority mode require the cells to be fitted and charged.