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Rollei Rolleiflex 2.8 B (Automat 2.8B)

The Rolleiflex 2.8 B (Automat 2.8B) is a medium-format twin-lens reflex camera taking 6x6 cm exposures on 120 roll film, produced by Rollei in the early 1950s. It was positioned as the faster-aperture variant in the Rolleiflex Automat line, aimed at professional and advanced amateur photographers.

At UK auction the 2.8 B is a scarce model, and the limited hammer record shows wholesale results of £1,100 to £1,300, giving a median around £1,200 on the two sales logged. Today these are tightly condition-dependent prices achieved at saleroom level before commission, and examples with clean taking lenses and accurate shutters tend to command the upper end while hazed or sluggish bodies sell for less.

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.

Date Price Source
Nov 2018 USD 1,500 pedia_sales_tamarkin
Nov 2015 EUR 1,300 Leitz Auction
Dec 2009 EUR 1,100 Leitz Auction
Nov 2006 EUR 2,600 Leitz Auction