Rollei Rolleiflex SL 26 (chrome)
The Rolleiflex SL 26 is a 126 cartridge film SLR produced by Rollei. It was a compact reflex camera aimed at the consumer market that wanted SLR control without the loading complexity of 35mm.
Sales data for the chrome Rolleiflex SL 26 is extremely thin, with a single recorded UK auction hammer result of £3,000 from 2018 — an outlier figure that does not establish a reliable market value as of today. With only one data point, what this body is genuinely worth, and what it sells for in typical condition, cannot be stated with confidence at saleroom level.
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 2021
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| Jun 2021 | EUR 4,000 | Leitz Auction | |
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Auction: Leitz Auction 38 (Lot AI_38_39492) Title: Rolleiflex SL 26 chrome prototype
Description:
a unique, early prototype of the Rolleiflex SL 26 chrome, SLR camera for 126 film cartridges, only about 30 pieces were finally put into production (most of them destroyed because of inadequate chrome quality used for the top housing), interesting to note some differences in the shape of the top plate and prism, the engraving 'Rolleiflex' on the side, double engraving 'Made in Germany by Rollei' on the back and round door opening button, with pre-series Tessar 2.8/40mm no.2584438, in very good condition Estimate: EUR 6,000 - EUR 8,000 |
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| Nov 2018 | EUR 3,000 | Leitz Auction | |
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Auction: Leitz Auction 33 (Lot AI_33_36514) Title: Rolleiflex SL26 chrome 0-Series
Description:
one of only 30 cameras produced in chrome finish for testing and marketing purposes, in near mint condition, only minimal signs of use on the body, Tessar 2.8/40mm no.4550981, lens cap, special ever-ready case. Despite being easy to use and its compact dimensions, the SL26 could not compete with Japanese products and was therefore a commercial flop, still - especially in this scarce chrome finish - it is an important part of the history of Rollei Estimate: EUR 3,000 - EUR 3,500 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is a Rolleiflex SL 26 worth today?
The available UK auction record is insufficient to establish a reliable value, with only one hammer result of £3,000 logged — treat any single figure as indicative rather than a market price.
How much does a Rolleiflex SL 26 sell for?
Public sales data is too sparse to give a meaningful range; the one recorded auction price was £3,000, but a single sale should not be read as the going rate.
Does the Rolleiflex SL 26 still take film?
It uses 126 cartridge film, which is no longer in production, so practical shooting depends on sourcing expired stock or respooling.