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Minolta Autocord RA

The Minolta Autocord RA is a twin-lens reflex (TLR) camera shooting 6x6 negatives on 120 roll film, part of Minolta's Autocord series produced in Japan during the 1950s. It was positioned as a mid-market TLR, competing with contemporaries such as the Yashica-Mat and Ricohflex at a lower price point than Rolleiflex.

At recent UK auction, hammer prices for the Autocord RA have sat in a narrow £50–£80 band, with a median around £70 across the small sample of sales recorded. As of 2026, the model sells for modest sums at saleroom level — retail dealer prices for serviced examples run noticeably higher — and condition of the taking lens, shutter and focus lever drives almost all of the variation in what each example is worth.

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: July 2025

Date Price Source
Jul 2025 £50 Special Auction Services
Jan 2025 £80 Special Auction Services
Jan 2025 £80 Special Auction Services
Feb 2024 £70 Special Auction Services

Frequently asked questions

What is a Minolta Autocord RA worth today?

Recent UK auction hammer prices have ranged from £50 to £80, giving a typical value around £70 for a working example.

How much does a Minolta Autocord RA sell for at auction?

The three most recent UK sales landed at £50, £70 and £80, so clean working bodies generally sell for under £100 at hammer.

Is the Minolta Autocord RA a good buy at this price?

At a hammer price of £50–£80 it offers an inexpensive route into 6x6 medium format, provided the focus lever is straight and the shutter is accurate — a service can add meaningfully to the total cost.