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Polaroid SX-70 Sonar OneStep Gold

The Polaroid SX-70 Sonar OneStep Gold is an instant film camera using Polaroid's SX-70 integral film format. It is a variant of the folding single-lens reflex SX-70 line, fitted with the Sonar autofocus system that uses an ultrasonic rangefinder to set focus automatically.

UK auction hammer prices for this model span roughly £75 to £260 across the recorded sales, with a midpoint around £170 — though the dataset is thin and one result is nearly two decades old, so today's value for a clean, working example is best anchored to the more recent £75 saleroom result. As with other SX-70 variants, condition of the leatherette, hinges and electronics drives what one sells for in the current auction market in 2026.

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: August 2025

Date Price Source
Aug 2025 £75 Flints Auctions
Nov 2006 EUR 260 Leitz Auction

Frequently asked questions

What is a Polaroid SX-70 Sonar OneStep Gold worth today?

Recorded UK auction hammer prices range from about £75 to £260, so a working example in presentable cosmetic condition typically sells for somewhere in that bracket depending on finish quality.

How much does a Polaroid SX-70 Sonar OneStep Gold sell for at auction?

The most recent saleroom result on file is £75, while an earlier sale reached £260; the price a given camera achieves depends heavily on the condition of the gold trim and whether the Sonar autofocus and shutter are confirmed working.

Why do prices for this camera vary so much?

The dataset is small and spans nearly twenty years, and gold-finish Polaroids are condition-sensitive — tarnish, leatherette lift, and untested electronics all pull the value down.