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Showa Kogaku Leotax S

The Leotax S is a Japanese 35mm rangefinder camera produced by Showa Kogaku, part of the Leotax line of Leica-style screw-mount bodies made in Japan in the post-war decades. It was positioned as a domestic alternative to the German Leica rangefinders of its era.

Sales data for the Leotax S is thin, but the two recorded UK auction hammer results sit at £170 and £230, giving an approximate range of £170–£230 at saleroom level (wholesale, excluding commissions). Both results predate today's market by many years, so current values in 2026 should be treated as indicative only and heavily dependent on cosmetic and mechanical condition.

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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: May 2026

Date Price Source
May 2026 £160 Special Auction Services
Nov 2018 EUR 360 Leitz Auction
Jun 2007 £228 Christie's
May 2006 EUR 800 Leitz Auction
Jun 1999 £172 Christie's

Frequently asked questions

What is a Leotax S worth today?

Based on limited UK auction history, a Leotax S has sold for between roughly £170 and £230 at hammer, though the small sample size means the price a given example sells for can vary significantly with condition.

How much does a Leotax S sell for at auction?

The two recorded UK auction sales produced hammer prices of £172 and £228, suggesting a typical value in the low-to-mid hundreds of pounds for a complete body.

Who made the Leotax S?

The Leotax S was made by Showa Kogaku in Japan as part of its Leotax range of Leica screw-mount rangefinder cameras.

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