Minox LX '100 Jahre Walter Zapp'
The Minox LX '100 Jahre Walter Zapp' is a commemorative edition of the Minox LX subminiature camera, a 8x11mm format film camera produced by Minox to mark the centenary of the company's founder, Walter Zapp. As a limited commemorative variant, it was positioned as a collector-oriented release rather than a general production tool.
At recent UK auction in 2023, hammer prices for this commemorative LX have sat in the £380–£440 range, with the two recorded sales of £375 and £438 producing a median around £410. As of 2026, the small sample size means the market value can shift noticeably with condition and completeness of presentation packaging, and a single strong example can move the going price meaningfully.
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 2023
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| Jul 2023 | £438 | Flints Auctions | |
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Auction: Mini Fine Cameras & Instruments of Science (Lot 175) Title: A Minox LX "100 Jahre Walter Zapp" Sub-Miniature Camera
Description:
2005, chrome, serial no.2537648, with Minox f/3.5 15mm lens, body E, shutter inoperative, lens E, complete with commemorative coin, paperwork, wooden |
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| Jul 2023 | £375 | Flints Auctions | |
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Auction: Mini Fine Cameras & Instruments of Science (Lot 182) Title: A Minox LX "100 Jahre Walter Zapp" Sub-Miniature Camera
Description:
2005, chrome, serial no.2537651, body E, shutter sticking, lens E, complete with comemorative coin, paperwork, presentation box and outer box |
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| May 2023 | £475 | Flints Auctions | |
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Auction: Fine Photographica (Lot 246) Title: A Minox LX "100 Jahre Walter Zapp" Sub-Miniature Camera
Description:
1995, chrome, serial no. 2537649, with Minox f/3.5 15mm lens, body, E, shutter sticking, lens, E, complete with commemorative coin, paperwork, |
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Frequently asked questions
What is a Minox LX '100 Jahre Walter Zapp' worth today?
Based on UK auction hammer results, recent examples have sold for between roughly £380 and £440, giving a working value near £410 for a clean, complete example.
How much does a Minox LX '100 Jahre Walter Zapp' sell for at auction?
The two most recent recorded UK saleroom results were £375 and £438, both achieved in July 2023.
Does the original box affect the price?
Yes — as a commemorative edition, value is closely tied to the presence of the original presentation packaging and any accompanying documentation.
Is the Minox LX '100 Jahre Walter Zapp' a good collector's item?
It is a limited commemorative variant of the LX, and its collector appeal is reflected in auction prices that sit above those typical for a standard LX body.