Peace Baby Flex
The Peace Baby Flex is a Japanese subminiature twin-lens reflex camera dating from the post-war era of small-format Japanese photographic production. It belongs to the family of novelty TLR-style "baby" cameras built around roll film smaller than 120, and was sold as an inexpensive entry into reflex shooting.
With only a single recorded UK auction hammer result — £1,700 in November 2015 — the Baby Flex sells for prices well outside the typical subminiature range, reflecting its scarcity rather than any everyday market level. As of today, no sustainable median can be drawn from one data point, so any estimate of what the camera is worth in 2026 should be treated as indicative only; further saleroom appearances would be needed to establish a reliable value band.
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.
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| Nov 2015 | EUR 1,700 | Leitz Auction | |
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Auction: Leitz Auction 28 (Lot AI_28_33101) Title: Peace Baby Flex
Description:
Japanese subminiature TLR for 12x14mm exposures on special roll film, chain, with fixed focus 20mm lens, very rare Estimate: EUR 1,500 - EUR 1,800 |
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| May 2005 | £660 | Christie's | |
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Auction: CAMERAS, PHOTOGRAPHIC EQUIPMENT AND OPTICAL TOYS INCLUDING (Lot 192) Title: Peace Baby Flex TLR camera
Description:
Peace Baby Flex TLR camera Estimate: £600 - £900 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is a Peace Baby Flex worth?
The only verified UK auction hammer price on record is £1,700 from 2015; with just one sale, current value is uncertain and depends heavily on condition and completeness.
How much does a Peace Baby Flex sell for at auction?
The single documented UK saleroom result is £1,700, which sits far above ordinary subminiature TLR prices and reflects the model's rarity rather than a typical market price.
Why is the price so high for such a small camera?
Collector demand for scarce Japanese subminiature TLRs, combined with very few examples appearing publicly, pushes hammer prices well beyond what comparable but more common novelty TLRs achieve.