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Minox III

The Minox III is a subminiature film camera using the 8×11mm Minox format, introduced in the early 1950s as a successor to the earlier Minox Riga and II models. Small enough to be carried in a pocket, it was positioned as a precision miniature camera for discreet photography and general compact use.

UK auction hammer results for the Minox III are thin, with the two recorded sales spanning £140–£550 (wholesale saleroom prices, excluding buyer's and seller's commission), giving a midpoint around £340. As of today in 2026, what a Minox III sells for depends heavily on cosmetic condition, the presence of the original chain and case, and whether the shutter still fires accurately across all speeds.

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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: June 2026

Date Price Source
Jun 2026 £75 Flints Auctions
Dec 2021 £68 Flints Auctions
Nov 2008 EUR 550 Leitz Auction
May 2005 £180 Christie's
Mar 2004 £131 Christie's
Jan 2001 £176 Christie's
Mar 1998 £138 Christie's

Frequently asked questions

What is a Minox III worth today?

Based on the limited UK auction record, hammer prices have ranged from roughly £140 to £550, so a clean, working example with original accessories sits toward the upper end of that range.

How much does a Minox III sell for at auction?

The two recorded UK saleroom results are £138 and £550, suggesting that condition and completeness drive a wide spread in realised price.

What affects the value of a Minox III?

Shutter accuracy, lens clarity, smoothness of the pull-out body, and the presence of the chain, case, and original cassettes are the main factors influencing what a Minox III is worth.

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