Olympus Pen W
The Olympus Pen W is a half-frame 35mm viewfinder camera from Olympus's Pen series, introduced in the late 1950s. The W variant was positioned as a wide-angle model within the Pen line, aimed at photographers who wanted a compact camera capable of fitting twice as many frames onto a standard roll of 35mm film.
At UK auction, hammer prices for the Pen W have sat in a narrow £140–£150 band across the records to hand, with both results clustered tightly around a £145 median. As of 2026, what a Pen W is worth at saleroom level depends heavily on cosmetic condition and whether the wide lens is clean and free of haze, and the thin sample size means a single strong example could push the next result higher than this range suggests.
Sales History
Prices shown are realised prices — auction results and completed eBay sales, never asking prices. Most saleroom figures are hammer prices, before commission; some houses publish a premium-inclusive figure, and we do not adjust for condition. Dealer and retail asking prices are typically higher. How this figure is calculated.
Prices updated: January 2026
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| Jan 2026 | £248 | £248 | 🇬🇧 eBay | |
Title: [Near MINT] Olympus Pen W Wide Film Camera E.Zuiko W 25mm f/2.8 Lens From JAPAN
Description:
There are no large dusts. tiny scuffs from normal use. Important Notice There is no balsam separation. Weekends are not available because office is closed. There are no scratches. Above condition is based on my own opinion. Location: SHIMOTUMA, IBARAKI, Japan |
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| Jan 2026 | £150 | £120 | 🇬🇧 Flints Auctions | |
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Auction: Cameras & Scientific Instruments (Lot 245) Title: An Olympus Pen W Half Frame 35mm Camera
Description:
black, but heavily brassed, shutter working, with a Zuiko f/2.8 25mm lens. Note: A 5% import VAT applies to this lot for UK bidders only. |
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| Oct 2023 | £140 | £140 | 🇬🇧 Special Auction Services | |
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Auction: Photographica & Cameras Auction (Lot 441) Title: An Olympus PEN W Half Frame Camera
Description:
An Olympus PEN W Half Frame Camera, shutter working, body G, light wear, with E Zuiko W 25mm f/2.8 lens, elements G-VG, with soft case, manual, in |
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Frequently asked questions
What is an Olympus Pen W worth today?
Recent UK auction hammer results sit between £140 and £150, so a clean, working example sells for around that level, with exceptional condition potentially pushing the price higher.
How much does an Olympus Pen W sell for at auction?
The two most recent UK hammer prices were £140 and £150, giving a median value of about £145 before commission.
What affects the price and value of a Pen W?
Lens clarity, shutter accuracy, cosmetic condition and the presence of the original case or accessories are the main factors that move the price up or down.