Minox TLX
The Minox TLX is a subminiature camera made by Minox, using the brand's 8x11mm film cartridge format. It sits within Minox's long-running line of pocket-sized precision cameras originally positioned as compact alternatives to full-size 35mm equipment.
At recent UK auction, hammer prices for the Minox TLX have ranged from around £40 to £250, with a median close to £140 — these are saleroom results before buyer's premium rather than retail asking prices. As of 2026, value is strongly condition-led: clean, working examples with original cases and accessories sell for more, while incomplete or untested bodies sit at the lower end of what the TLX 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: April 2024
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| Apr 2024 | £40 | Special Auction Services | |
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Auction: Photographica & Cameras Auction (Lot 44) Title: A Minox TLX Sub Miniature Camera
Description:
A Minox TLX Sub Miniature Camera, shutter working, camera responsive in auto, otherwise untested, body VG, elements VG |
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| Feb 2024 | £100 | Flints Auctions | |
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Auction: Cameras & Scientific Auction (Lot 181) Title: A Minox TLX Subminiature Camera
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titanium, in VG condition, shutter blade with issues, requires service/repair, together with a flash unit & three rolls of film, two open, possibly (Qty: 1) |
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| Jan 2024 | £125 | Flints Auctions | |
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Auction: Cameras & Scientific Instruments (Lot 278) Title: A Minox TLX Sub-Miniature Camera
Description:
1995, titanium, serial no.2600550, with a Minox f/3.5 15mm lens, body E, shutter sticking, lens E, complete with camera case, chain, Minocolor film, |
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| Jan 2024 | £175 | Flints Auctions | |
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Auction: Cameras & Scientific Instruments (Lot 277) Title: A Minox TLX-Set Sub-Miniature Camera Outfit
Description:
1995, titanium, serial no.2604354, with a Minox f/3.5 15mm lens, body E, shutter sticking, lens E, complete with camera case, chain, Minocolor film, |
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| Jan 2024 | £150 | Flints Auctions | |
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Auction: Cameras & Scientific Instruments (Lot 280) Title: A Minox TLX Sub-Miniature Camera
Description:
1995, titanium, serial no.2603448, with a Minox f/3.5 15mm lens, body E, shutter sticking, lens E, complete with camera case, chain, Minocolor film |
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| Sep 2023 | £138 | Flints Auctions | |
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Auction: Cameras & Scientific Instruments (Lot 123) Title: A Minox TLX Sub-Miniature Camera
Description:
1995, titanium, serial no.2604156, with a Minox f/3.5 15mm lens, body E, shutter sticking, lens E, complete with camera case, chain, Minocolor film, |
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| Sep 2023 | £150 | Flints Auctions | |
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Auction: Cameras & Scientific Instruments (Lot 125) Title: A Minox TLX Sub-Miniature Camera
Description:
1995, titanium, serial no.2604536, with a Minox f/3.5 15mm lens, body E, shutter sticking, lens E, complete with camera case, Minocolor film, chain, |
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| Sep 2023 | £175 | Flints Auctions | |
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Auction: Cameras & Scientific Instruments (Lot 124) Title: A Minox TLX-Set Sub-Miniature Camera Outfit
Description:
1995, titanium, serial no.2603367, with a Minox f/3.5 15mm lens, body VG-E, shutter sticking, lens E, complete with Minox electronic flash, Minocolor |
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| Aug 2023 | £125 | Flints Auctions | |
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Auction: Cameras & Scientific Instruments (Lot 355) Title: A Minox TLX Sub-Miniature Camera Set
Description:
1995, titanium, serial no.2604275, with a Minox f/3.5 15mm lens, body E, shutter sticking, lens E, with flash, case, film, presentation box and outer |
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| Aug 2023 | £125 | Flints Auctions | |
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Auction: Cameras & Scientific Instruments (Lot 354) Title: A Minox TLX Sub-Miniature Camera
Description:
1995, titanium, serial no.2604530, with a Minox f/3.5 15mm lens, body E, shutter sticking, lens E, complete with camera case, presentation box, |
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| Aug 2023 | £125 | Flints Auctions | |
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Auction: Cameras & Scientific Instruments (Lot 356) Title: A Minox TLX Sub-Miniature Camera Set
Description:
1995, titanium, serial no.2604283, with a Minox f/3.5 15mm lens, body E, shutter sticking, lens E, complete with flash, camera case, film, |
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| Aug 2023 | £250 | Flints Auctions | |
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Auction: Cameras & Scientific Instruments (Lot 363) Title: A Minox TLX-Set Sub-Miniature Camera Outfit
Description:
1995, titanium, serial no.2603383, with a Minox f/3.5 15mm lens, body E, shutter working, lens E, with Minox electronic flash, Minocolor 100 film, |
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| Aug 2023 | £212 | Flints Auctions | |
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Auction: Cameras & Scientific Instruments (Lot 364) Title: A Minox TLX-Set Sub-Miniature Camera Outfit
Description:
1995, titanium, serial no.2604292, with a Minox f/3.5 15mm lens, body E, shutter sticking, lens E, with Minox electronic flash, Minocolor 100 film, |
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| Aug 2023 | £188 | Flints Auctions | |
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Auction: Cameras & Scientific Instruments (Lot 362) Title: A Minox TLX-Set Sub-Miniature Camera Outfit
Description:
1995, titanium, serial no.2604201, with a Minox f/3.5 15mm lens, body E, shutter sticking, lens E, complete with Minox electronic flash, Minocolor |
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| Jul 2023 | £200 | Flints Auctions | |
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Auction: Mini Fine Cameras & Instruments of Science (Lot 176) Title: A Minox TLX Sub-Miniature Camera
Description:
1995, titanium, serial no.2604155, with Minox f/3.5 15mm lens, body E, shutter sticking, lens E, complete with camera case, presentation box and |
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| May 2023 | £238 | Flints Auctions | |
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Auction: Fine Photographica (Lot 242) Title: A Minox TLX Sub-Minature Camera Set
Description:
1995, titanium, serial no. 2604268, with Minox f/3.5 15mm lens, body, E, shutter sticking, lens, E, complete set with flash, case and film, in |
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| Sep 2003 | £493 | Christie's | |
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Auction: CAMERAS & PHOTO EQUIP, INCLUDING A EUROPEAN LEICA COLLECTION (Lot 343) Title: Minox TLX no. 2603356
Description:
Minox TLX no. 2603356 Estimate: £400 - £600 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is a Minox TLX worth today?
Based on recent UK auction hammer results, a Minox TLX is typically worth between £40 and £250, with most clean examples selling for around £125–£175.
How much does a Minox TLX sell for at auction?
Recorded UK auction sales show the TLX selling for a median price of roughly £140 at the hammer, excluding buyer's premium.
What affects the price of a Minox TLX?
Condition, mechanical function, and the presence of the original case and accessories are the main factors driving the value of a TLX; tested, complete examples reach the top of the range while incomplete or faulty bodies sit near £40–£125.