Olympus OM-30
The Olympus OM-30 is a 35mm SLR from the OM system, a manual-focus film body aimed at the entry-level end of the OM line when introduced in the 1980s. It uses the Olympus OM bayonet mount and was positioned below the enthusiast OM-2 and OM-4 bodies of the same era.
At recent UK auction, hammer prices for the OM-30 have sat in a narrow band of around £90–£100, with a median near £95 based on the limited results recorded. As of 2026, this is firmly an affordable entry into the OM system at saleroom level, and what an OM-30 is worth today depends heavily on whether the body fires at all speeds and whether a lens is included.
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 2025
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| Jun 2025 | £44 | Flints Auctions | |
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Auction: Cameras & Scientific Instruments (Lot 136) Title: An Olympus OM-30 Camera Body
Description:
silver, serial number 1093777, body G, shutter works, metering responds, with cap. |
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| Mar 2025 | £38 | Flints Auctions | |
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Auction: Cameras & Scientific Instruments (Lot 211) Title: An Olympus OM30 Camera
Description:
silver, serial number 1134931, body VG, with batteries inserted the shutter works, metering responds to light, with a Zuiko f/1.8 50mm lens, barrel G, |
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| Aug 2024 | £100 | Special Auction Services | |
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Auction: TWO DAY: Photographica & Cameras Auction (Lot 523) Title: An Olympus OM-30 SLR Camera
Description:
An Olympus OM-30 SLR Camera, shutter working, meter responsive, responsive in auto, self timer working, with Zukio Auto-Zoom 35-70mm f/4 auto focus |
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| Jun 2024 | £62 | Flints Auctions | |
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Auction: Cameras & Scientific Auction (Lot 183) Title: An Olympus OM-30 35mm SLR Camera Outfit
Description:
comprising an Olympus OM-30, silver, serial number 1093508, body VG, battery tested, shutter works, metering works, internal display works, with |
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| Feb 2024 | £90 | Special Auction Services | |
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Auction: Photographica & Cameras Auction (Lot 474) Title: An Olympus OM-30 SLR Camera
Description:
An Olympus OM-30 SLR Camera, shutter working, meter responsive, responsive in auto, self timer working, body G-VG, with Zuiko 28mm f/2.8, Zuiko 50mm |
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Frequently asked questions
What is an Olympus OM-30 worth in the UK today?
Recent UK auction hammer results put the value of an Olympus OM-30 at roughly £90–£100 for a working body, though condition and whether a lens is included will move the price.
How much does an Olympus OM-30 sell for at auction?
The two most recent recorded sales sold for £90 and £100, giving a median price of around £95 before commission.
Is the Olympus OM-30 a good buy at this price?
At under £100 it is one of the cheaper ways into the Olympus OM mount, but the value depends on the shutter and meter being functional, as repair costs can quickly exceed the purchase price.