Minolta SR-1 black
The Minolta SR-1 is a 35mm SLR from the Japanese maker's late-1950s/early-1960s SR line, using the SR bayonet mount. It was positioned as the more affordable companion to the SR-2, with a simplified specification aimed at amateur photographers stepping up to a system SLR.
The black-finish SR-1 is uncommon compared with the standard chrome body, and the available UK saleroom data is thin: a single hammer result of around £62 in late 2023 is the only verified reference point for what one is worth today. With so little auction-market evidence, the price a black SR-1 sells for in 2026 is likely to depend heavily on cosmetic condition and whether the meter and shutter are working, and a clean, fully functional example could comfortably exceed that figure.
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 2023
| Date | Price | Source | |
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| Nov 2023 | £62 | Flints Auctions | |
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Auction: Cameras & Scientific Instruments (Lot 214) Title: A Minolta SR-1 35mm SLR Camera and Lenses
Description:
black, circa 1962-64, serial no.2101076, with a MD Rokkor f/1.4 50mm lens and SR-Meter-2, shutter working, body G-VG, lens F-G, edge fungus, slight |
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Frequently asked questions
What is a Minolta SR-1 black worth today?
Based on the limited UK auction evidence available, a black SR-1 has a recorded hammer price around £62, though condition and originality of the black finish can push the value higher.
How much does a Minolta SR-1 black sell for at UK auction?
Only one verified UK hammer result is on file, at roughly £62 in 2023, so the current market price is best treated as a rough guide rather than a firm range.
Is the black SR-1 rarer than the chrome version?
Yes, black-finish SR-1 bodies are encountered far less often than the chrome version, which is why collectors pay close attention to whether the paint is original.