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Rollei 35 (Rollei-Compur-Gossen-Zeiss)

The Rollei 35 is a compact 35mm viewfinder camera first introduced in 1966, notable for its small dimensions achieved by using a collapsing lens mount. This particular configuration pairs a Zeiss-branded lens with a Compur shutter and a Gossen-made meter, reflecting the German-assembled specification of the early production run.

At recent UK auction, hammer prices for this Rollei 35 configuration have ranged from £700 to £1,200, with the two recorded sales straddling a midpoint around £950. Sample size is very small, so today's realised value is highly condition-dependent and a clean, fully working German-built example with its original Zeiss optic tends to sell for more than later Singapore-assembled variants.

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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: April 2026

Date Price Source
Apr 2026 £525 Flints Auctions
Nov 2025 EUR 650 Leitz Auction
Jun 2019 EUR 900 Leitz Auction
Nov 2016 EUR 700 Leitz Auction
Jun 2015 EUR 1,200 Leitz Auction
Jun 2015 EUR 900 Leitz Auction
May 2012 EUR 2,000 Leitz Auction
May 2004 EUR 2,083 Leitz Auction

Frequently asked questions

What is a Rollei 35 with Zeiss lens worth today?

Based on two UK auction hammer results, this Compur/Gossen/Zeiss configuration has sold for between £700 and £1,200, so a fair value in 2026 sits around the £900–£1,200 mark for a clean working example.

How much does a Rollei 35 sell for at auction?

The limited sales data shows prices of £700 and £1,200 at UK auction, meaning the model typically sells for a four-figure sum when the Zeiss optic and original German build are present and the camera is fully functional.

Why does the Zeiss-lens Rollei 35 command a higher price?

The early German-assembled cameras fitted with the Zeiss-branded lens are scarcer than later Singapore production, which is reflected in the auction prices achieved for this specific variant.

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