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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 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: January 2026

Date Price Source
Jan 2026 £150 Flints Auctions
Oct 2023 £140 Special Auction Services

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.