Polaroid 160
The Polaroid 160 is an instant film camera produced by Polaroid as part of its mid-20th-century roll-film instant range. It was a consumer-level model designed for self-developing pack or roll film photography.
At UK auction, the Polaroid 160 occupies the low end of the instant-camera market, with a recent hammer price of £38 in January 2026 setting the reference point for what a 160 sells for today. Values are condition-sensitive: examples with intact bellows, working shutters and clean optics achieve more than incomplete or shabby bodies, and the model's worth at saleroom level remains modest compared with later Polaroid Land cameras.
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
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| Jan 2026 | £38 | Flints Auctions | |
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Auction: Cameras & Scientific Instruments (Lot 317) Title: A Polaroid 160 Land Camera
Description:
grey, body VG, opens and folds correctly, shutter fires, in leather carry case. |
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Frequently asked questions
What is a Polaroid 160 worth today?
Based on the available UK auction record, a Polaroid 160 is worth around £38 at hammer, though condition and completeness can move the value either side of that figure.
How much does a Polaroid 160 sell for at auction?
The most recent UK auction sale recorded a hammer price of £38, which is the current reference point for what the camera sells for in the saleroom.
Is the Polaroid 160 still usable?
The original roll film it was designed for is no longer manufactured, so its price reflects collector and display interest rather than active shooting use.