Mamiya Pistol-Camera
The Mamiya Pistol-Camera is a specialist Mamiya-branded camera built in a pistol-style housing rather than a conventional handheld body. It is an unusual item within the Mamiya catalogue and turns up only occasionally on the collector market.
Evidence on what a Mamiya Pistol-Camera is worth today is thin: a single UK auction-hammer result of £3,000 in November 2025 is the only data point available, so that figure sets the current reference price rather than a true median or range. Because hammer prices for rarities like this are highly sensitive to condition, completeness and bidder interest on the day, the next example could sell for materially more or less.
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
| Date | Price | Source | |
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| Nov 2025 | EUR 3,000 | Leitz Auction | |
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Auction: Leitz Auction 47 (Lot A02304) Title: Mamiya Pistol Camera
Description:
An extremely rare half-frame 35mm camera, designed in the shape of a handgun and using standard film cassettes. These unusual cameras were produced for the Japanese police and employed primarily for covertly photographing demonstrators. The offered example is preserved in beautiful condition, with the Japanese police symbol still intact and well preserved — a feature often missing, as most known examples were deliberately defaced. It is estimated that only around 300 units were manufactured, the majority of which were officially destroyed only a few years after production. |
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Frequently asked questions
What is a Mamiya Pistol-Camera worth?
On the only recorded UK auction sale, a Mamiya Pistol-Camera sold for £3,000 hammer in late 2025, which is the best current reference for its value.
How much does a Mamiya Pistol-Camera sell for at auction?
With just one verified sale to date, the Mamiya Pistol-Camera sells for around £3,000 at UK auction, though a single result is not enough to define a reliable price range.
Is the Mamiya Pistol-Camera a rare collector item?
Yes. It appears in the saleroom only very rarely, which is why pricing data in 2026 is limited to isolated hammer results rather than an established market.