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Metz Mecaflex

The Metz Mecaflex is a mid-1950s subminiature single-lens reflex camera using 24x24mm frames on 35mm film. It was produced under the Metz name and aimed at users seeking a compact reflex format distinct from the standard 24x36mm.

At recent UK auction, hammer prices for the Mecaflex have ranged from about £500 to £590, with a median near £590, and an older 2009 result at £600 sits in the same band. Values have held steady into 2026 because supply is thin; condition of the shutter and viewfinder optics drives what a clean example sells for at saleroom level.

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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 2020

Date Price Source
Nov 2020 £496 Flints Auctions
Jun 2020 EUR 800 Leitz Auction
May 2020 £588 Flints Auctions
Jun 2019 EUR 500 Leitz Auction
Nov 2016 EUR 650 Leitz Auction
Nov 2012 EUR 1,100 Leitz Auction
May 2009 EUR 600 Leitz Auction
Nov 2006 EUR 950 Leitz Auction
May 2001 £705 Christie's

Frequently asked questions

What is a Metz Mecaflex worth today?

Recent UK auction hammer results put the value at roughly £500 to £590, with a working example typically selling for around £590.

How much does a Metz Mecaflex sell for at auction?

At UK auction the price has been consistent in the £500–£600 range across the last decade, reflecting limited supply rather than strong demand.

Why does the Mecaflex use a square frame?

It exposes 24x24mm frames on standard 35mm film, a format choice that distinguishes it from conventional 24x36mm SLRs of the period.

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