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Leitz MA4A (microphotography)

The Leitz MA4A is a 35mm microphotography camera unit produced by Leitz for laboratory and scientific imaging work mounted to a microscope. It sits within the specialist microphotography line rather than the consumer rangefinder range, so its value today is driven by lab-equipment buyers rather than general camera collectors.

Sales data for the MA4A is extremely thin: a single UK auction hammer result of £1,800 in 2022 is the only verified data point available, so a meaningful price range cannot be quoted in 2026. Because that figure is a wholesale saleroom result rather than a dealer retail price, today's value will depend heavily on whether the next example surfaces complete with its microscope adapter and drive components, and a buyer's guide to what an MA4A sells for should be treated as indicative only until further results appear.

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.

Date Price Source
Jun 2022 EUR 1,800 Leitz Auction