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Rollei 35 B

The Rollei 35 B is a compact 35mm viewfinder film camera, part of Rollei's 35 series of pocketable cameras. It sat as one of the more basic variants within the range, offering the same scaled-down 35mm format in a small body at a lower price point than the higher-specified models.

At recent UK auction, hammer prices for the Rollei 35 B have ranged from about £15 to £70, with a median close to £45 across the last two years of saleroom results. As of 2026, clean working examples with a responsive meter tend to sell for around £50-£70, while cosmetically tired bodies or units with meter faults are worth closer to £15-£35. Condition is the dominant price driver at this value level, since refurbishment costs can easily exceed what the camera sells for.

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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: September 2025

Date Price Source
Sep 2025 £15 Special Auction Services
Sep 2025 £35 Special Auction Services
Jul 2025 £56 Flints Auctions
May 2025 £35 Special Auction Services
Mar 2025 £50 Flints Auctions
Feb 2025 £50 Flints Auctions
Feb 2025 £50 Flints Auctions
Jan 2025 £70 Special Auction Services
Jun 2024 £40 Special Auction Services
Apr 2024 £45 Special Auction Services
Dec 2023 £60 Special Auction Services
Aug 2023 £56 Flints Auctions
Jun 2023 £31 Flints Auctions
Jun 2023 £20 Special Auction Services
Apr 2023 £60 Special Auction Services
Nov 2020 EUR 1,800 Leitz Auction
Jun 2002 £58 Christie's
Oct 2000 £41 Christie's

Frequently asked questions

What is a Rollei 35 B worth today?

Based on UK auction hammer results, a Rollei 35 B is typically worth between £15 and £70, with a median value near £45. Working examples with a functioning meter sit at the upper end of that range.

How much does a Rollei 35 B sell for at auction?

Recent UK saleroom results show the Rollei 35 B selling for between £15 and £70, with most examples clearing in the £35-£60 band. Price largely tracks cosmetic and mechanical condition.

Is the Rollei 35 B a good buy at current prices?

At a median price around £45, it offers an affordable route into the Rollei 35 compact range, but the non-replaceable selenium meter and age-related seal wear mean a careful inspection is essential before committing.

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