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Pentacon PentaconF

The Pentacon F is a 35mm SLR produced in East Germany under the Pentacon name, dating from the mid-twentieth century era of M42-screw-mount system cameras. It was positioned as an enthusiast-level body during a period when the Dresden factory was consolidating the earlier Contax/Pentacon SLR line.

At UK auction, hammer prices for the Pentacon F have been modest, with recorded results spanning roughly £38 to £110 and a midpoint around £74 at saleroom level. With only a handful of tracked sales — one of which dates back to 1998 — today's value is best treated as indicative rather than firm, and condition of the shutter and prism will swing what a clean example sells for.

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.

Date Price Source
Jan 2023 £38 Flints Auctions
Sep 1998 £109 Christie's