Rollei Rolleidoscop (4x4)
The Rolleidoscop is an early stereo roll-film camera produced by Franke & Heidecke, the Braunschweig firm that later became known for the Rolleiflex twin-lens reflex. It was a niche stereoscopic instrument aimed at amateurs who wanted paired images for stereo viewing rather than single exposures.
Auction data for this model is extremely thin: a single UK hammer result of £850 is on record from 2019, so any present-day value figure for what a Rolleidoscop is worth today rests on that one data point rather than a true range. Because this is a wholesale saleroom price excluding commission, retail asking prices from specialist dealers in 2026 typically sit higher, and condition of the bellows, shutters and matched lens pair drives most of the variation in what examples sell for.
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: June 2019
| Date | Price | Source | |
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| Jun 2019 | EUR 850 | Leitz Auction | |
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Auction: Leitz Auction 34 (Lot AI_34_37187) Title: Franke & Heidecke Rolleidoscop baby
Description:
very rare small version Rolleidoscop for dual 4x4cm exposures on 127 film, there were only 391 'baby' Rolleidoscopes made from 1927 to 1932 (only 200 in this, second version), in very good original condition, with dual Tessar 4.5/5.5cm no.782973 and 78974, original lens caps and strap Estimate: EUR 1,600 - EUR 2,000 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is a Rolleidoscop worth at auction?
The only verified UK auction record on file is a hammer price of £850, so that figure is the best available reference point for value rather than a confirmed market range.
How much does a Rolleidoscop sell for today?
With just one recorded sale, a realistic price expectation in 2026 is broadly in line with that £850 hammer level for a complete, working example, though scarcity means individual results can vary widely.
Is the Rolleidoscop the same as a Rolleiflex?
No — the Rolleidoscop is a stereo roll-film camera that takes paired images, whereas the Rolleiflex line is built around a single taking lens in a twin-lens reflex configuration.