Leitz Microscope Camera (MAKAM)
The Leitz MAKAM is a specialist 35mm camera body produced by Leitz for photomicrography, designed to attach to a microscope rather than to be used as a hand-held camera. As with other Leitz technical accessories, MAKAM is the factory five-letter product code that identifies this specific configuration.
Auction data for the MAKAM is thin: a single UK saleroom hammer result, in October 2025, reached £63, which gives only a tentative idea of what one currently sells for in today's market. With just one recorded sale the figure should be read as indicative rather than a settled price, and the value of any individual example will swing on condition, mechanical health and whether the correct microscope-coupling parts are present.
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: October 2025
| Date | Price | Source | |
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| Oct 2025 | £63 | Chiswick Auctions | |
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Auction: Photographica (Lot 180) Title: A Leitz Makam 1x Microscope Plate Camera
Description:
A Leitz Makam 1x Microscope Plate Camera Serial No: 7228 Body: G/VG Shutter: untested Notes: with Leitz 10xPeriplan Objective Optics: VG Notes: (Qty: 1) ... read more |
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Frequently asked questions
What is a Leitz MAKAM worth today?
On the data available, a MAKAM is worth around £63 based on a single UK auction hammer in October 2025; that one sale is the only firm reference point for current value.
How much does a Leitz MAKAM sell for at auction?
The only recorded UK hammer price stands at £63, so a meaningful range cannot yet be quoted — further sales will be needed before a reliable median can be established.
Is the Leitz MAKAM a normal 35mm camera?
No. It is a specialist body intended for attachment to a microscope for photomicrography rather than general photography, which narrows its collector appeal and tends to keep its price below that of standard Leitz rangefinder bodies.