Polaroid SX-70 Land Camera Alpha Model 1
The Polaroid SX-70 Land Camera Alpha Model 1 is an instant film folding SLR introduced in the 1970s. It uses Polaroid's integral SX-70 film and folds flat into a compact body when not in use, positioning it as a higher-tier consumer instant camera at launch.
Sales data for this specific Alpha Model 1 variant is limited, with one recorded UK auction hammer result of £56 in 2023 — a wholesale saleroom level rather than a retail price. As of today in 2026, what an SX-70 Alpha Model 1 sells for at auction depends heavily on cosmetic condition and whether the leatherette and bellows are intact, so this single data point should be treated as indicative rather than a reliable median.
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: March 2023
| Date | Price | Source | |
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| Mar 2023 | £56 | Flints Auctions | |
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Auction: The Collectors Sale (Lot 381) Title: Two Polaroid SX-70 Land Camera Alpha Model 1 Instant Cameras
Description:
both black, bodies F-G, leatherette has significant deterioration, units not tested, both stay closed, (Qty: 1) |
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Frequently asked questions
What is a Polaroid SX-70 Land Camera Alpha Model 1 worth today?
On the limited auction evidence available, one UK hammer result sat at £56, but the value of any individual example depends strongly on cosmetic condition and whether the bellows and electronics are functional.
How much does a Polaroid SX-70 Alpha Model 1 sell for at UK auction?
Recorded UK auction hammer prices for this model are sparse, with a 2023 sale at £56; clean, fully working examples typically command more, while cosmetically tired bodies sell for less.
Is the SX-70 Alpha Model 1 still usable?
Yes — it accepts current production SX-70-compatible integral film, provided the camera's electronics, shutter, and bellows are in working order.