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Pignons Alpa 10d

The Alpa 10d is a 35mm single-lens reflex camera produced by Pignons SA of Ballaigues, Switzerland, as part of the Alpa 10-series introduced in the late 1960s. Built in small numbers to a high mechanical standard, it was positioned at the premium end of the precision-instrument market rather than as a mass-production SLR.

At recent UK auction, hammer prices for the Alpa 10d have ranged from about £460 to £940, with mid-range examples typically selling for around £590–£760. Values are condition-sensitive: cosmetically clean, fully functional bodies sit at the upper end of that band, while cameras with cosmetic wear or mechanical faults fetch less. As of 2026, the model remains a specialist collector's item, so today's price very much depends on what comes up for sale in any given year.

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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: April 2026

Date Price Source
Apr 2026 £475 Flints Auctions
Nov 2025 £1,100 Flints Auctions
Nov 2022 £775 Flints Auctions
Nov 2022 USD 1,500 pedia_sales_tamarkin
Jun 2022 £775 Flints Auctions
Oct 2017 £936 Flints Auctions
Nov 2013 EUR 1,500 Leitz Auction
May 2013 EUR 3,000 Leitz Auction
May 2012 EUR 1,900 Leitz Auction
May 2009 EUR 1,600 Leitz Auction
May 2009 EUR 1,100 Leitz Auction
Nov 2006 £456 Christie's
Nov 2003 EUR 1,042 Leitz Auction
Apr 2003 £763 Christie's
Nov 2001 £763 Christie's
Jun 2001 £587 Christie's
Jun 2001 £705 Christie's
Jul 2000 £705 Christie's
Jun 1999 £690 Christie's
Jun 1999 £747 Christie's
Sep 1998 £747 Christie's
Jun 1998 £690 Christie's

Frequently asked questions

What is an Alpa 10d worth at UK auction?

Recent UK hammer prices have fallen between roughly £460 and £940, with a median around £670 depending on condition and completeness.

How much does an Alpa 10d sell for in clean condition?

A cosmetically clean, fully working Alpa 10d typically sells for around £760–£940 at auction, while rougher examples change hands closer to £460.

Why is the Alpa 10d price so variable?

Production numbers were low and condition varies widely, so the value of any individual body is driven by shutter accuracy, cosmetic state, and whether period-correct accessories are included.

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