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Plaubel Veriwide 100

The Plaubel Veriwide 100 is a medium-format wide-angle camera that exposes 6x9cm frames on 120 roll film through a fixed Schneider Super Angulon 47mm f/8 lens. Introduced in the 1960s, it was a specialist tool aimed at architectural and landscape photographers who needed an ultra-wide view on a larger negative than 35mm could offer.

At recent UK auction the Veriwide 100 has a wide spread: hammer prices recorded here range from £320 to £1,400, with a median around £850. The market has softened noticeably into 2026 — examples sold in the last couple of years have fetched £320 to £750 at saleroom level, well below the £1,100–£1,400 hammer results common a decade ago, so what the camera is worth today depends heavily on cosmetic condition, working shutter, and the presence of the original viewfinder and ground-glass back.

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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: November 2025

Date Price Source
Nov 2025 £400 Flints Auctions
May 2023 £750 Flints Auctions
Apr 2023 £320 Special Auction Services
Nov 2016 EUR 850 Leitz Auction
Nov 2013 EUR 1,100 Leitz Auction
Nov 2012 EUR 1,200 Leitz Auction
Dec 2010 EUR 1,200 Leitz Auction
May 2003 EUR 844 Leitz Auction
Nov 2002 EUR 1,400 Leitz Auction
Jan 2001 £587 Christie's
Jun 1998 £920 Christie's

Frequently asked questions

What is a Plaubel Veriwide 100 worth today?

Recent UK auction hammer prices have ranged from about £320 to £750, with the longer-term median value sitting near £850 for a clean, complete example.

How much does a Plaubel Veriwide 100 sell for at auction?

It typically sells for £400–£750 at current UK auction, though exceptional outfits with the original finder and back have historically reached £1,200 or more.

Why is the price range so wide?

Value is driven by shutter accuracy, lens condition, and completeness — missing the optical viewfinder or ground-glass back can cut the price significantly.

Is the Veriwide 100 still a usable camera?

Yes, it takes standard 120 film and the Compur-style leaf shutter can still be serviced by independent technicians, which supports its continued value among working medium-format users.

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