Mamiya 16 Automatic
The Mamiya 16 Automatic is a 16mm subminiature camera produced by Mamiya, designed for compact spy-style use with film loaded in dedicated 16mm cassettes. It sat in the small subminiature category that competed with cameras like the Minolta 16 and Minox during the mid-twentieth century.
Auction data for the 16 Automatic is thin: a single UK saleroom hammer result of £38 in 2021 is the only verified reference point we have, and that figure reflects wholesale auction level rather than retail. Because subminiature cameras are a niche collector category, today's prices for clean working examples can vary widely with cosmetics, completeness of the cassette, and inclusion of the original case, so a single sale is not a firm guide to what the model is worth in 2026.
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: May 2021
| Date | Price | Source | |
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| May 2021 | £38 | Harper Field Auctions | |
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Auction: Buying & Selling (Lot 1869) Title: Two Mamiya 16 Automatic miniature spy cameras
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Two Mamiya 16 Automatic miniature spy cameras |
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Frequently asked questions
What is a Mamiya 16 Automatic worth today?
Based on the limited UK auction record available, a Mamiya 16 Automatic sold for £38 at hammer in 2021; with only one verified sale, the current market value is best treated as indicative rather than fixed.
How much does a Mamiya 16 Automatic sell for at auction?
The only verified UK auction price in our records is £38, achieved in 2021, which represents the wholesale hammer level before commission rather than a retail price.
Is the Mamiya 16 Automatic a usable camera?
It uses 16mm film loaded in dedicated cassettes, so usability today depends on sourcing those cassettes and finding a stockist or home-cutter willing to supply 16mm film.