Redding LUZO Hand Camera
The Redding LUZO Hand Camera is a late-Victorian era British hand-held plate camera. It belongs to the early generation of compact box-form cameras designed for use without a tripod, predating the dominance of folding roll-film designs.
Survivors are scarce, and the two recorded UK auction hammer prices sit at £1,500 and £4,400, giving a wide spread driven by condition and completeness. At saleroom level today, expect substantial variation between examples — wholesale results in this category are highly sensitive to originality, working shutter, and presence of original plate holders.
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 2014
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| Nov 2014 | EUR 4,400 | Leitz Auction | |
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Auction: Leitz Auction 26 (Lot AI_26_30704) Title: Redding London Luzo Hand camera
Description:
for roll film 3 1/4 x 4 1/4 inch, very rare mahogany box-camera, brass fittings, second version with rectangular viewfinder, film counter, fixed focus lens, label 'LUZO TRADE MARK H.J.REDDING & Co. 3 ARGYLL PLACE, REGENT ST., LONDON, W., the first English roll film camera in original condition with matching leather case Estimate: EUR 1,800 - EUR 2,200 |
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| Nov 2011 | EUR 1,500 | Leitz Auction | |
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Auction: Leitz Auction 20 (Lot AI_20_13021) Title: Redding London Luzo Hand camera
Description:
for rollfilm 3 1/4 x 4 1/4 inch, very rare mahogany box-camera, brass fittings, second version with rectangular viewfinder, film counter, fixed focus lens, label 'LUZO TRADE MARK H.J.REDDING & Co. 3 ARGYLL PLACE, REGENT ST., LONDON, W., the first English rollfilm camera in original condition with case Estimate: EUR 1,800 - EUR 2,200 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is a Redding LUZO Hand Camera worth today?
Based on UK auction hammer results, a LUZO Hand Camera has sold for between £1,500 and £4,400, with value depending heavily on condition and completeness.
How much does a Redding LUZO Hand Camera sell for at auction?
Recorded hammer prices range from £1,500 to £4,400; the limited sample means any individual sale price can fall outside that range.
Why does the price of a LUZO Hand Camera vary so much?
As an early hand camera, value is driven by survival rate, originality of fittings, and whether the shutter and bellows still function — clean, complete examples sell for a clear premium.