Sinclair N&S Reflex
The Sinclair N&S Reflex is a British-made reflex camera associated with the Sinclair photographic firm, sold under the N&S (Newman & Sinclair / Newman & Guardia lineage) branding. It is a collector-grade plate-era camera rather than a user-oriented modern model, and its value today is driven by rarity and condition rather than working utility.
At recent UK auction, hammer prices for the Sinclair N&S Reflex have ranged from about £160 to £280, with a 2025 median around £220 across the two most recent results. As of today in 2026, what a clean example is worth at saleroom level depends heavily on cosmetic condition and completeness of the original fittings, and earlier records show this model has also sold for as little as £70 in weaker condition. These figures are wholesale hammer results and exclude buyer's premium.
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: November 2025
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| Nov 2025 | £275 | Flints Auctions | |
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Auction: Fine Photographica (Lot 436) Title: A James. A. Sinclair N&S Reflex Camera
Description:
1910, black, serial no. 133, with Ross Xpres f/4.5 6" lens, black, serial no. 75969, body, VG, lens, VG, also to include a Emil Busch Busch-Bis-Telar |
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| Mar 2025 | £162 | Flints Auctions | |
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Auction: Cameras & Scientific Instruments (Lot 360) Title: A Sinclair N&S Reflex Camera
Description:
1910, black, serial no. 016, with Ross Telecentric f/6.8 11" lens, black, serial no. 74238, body, F-G, shutter requires attention, lens, G, complete |
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| Sep 2004 | £167 | Christie's | |
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Auction: CAMERAS AND PHOTOGRAPHIC EQUIPMENT (Lot 351) Title: NS Reflex no. 90
Description:
NS Reflex no. 90 Estimate: £100 - £120 |
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| Dec 2002 | £587 | Christie's | |
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Auction: THE BRITISH CAMERA 1840-1960 THE JIM BARRON COLLECTION (Lot 65) Title: NS front shutter Reflex no. 28
Description:
NS front shutter Reflex no. 28 Estimate: £100 - £150 |
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| Oct 2000 | £70 | Christie's | |
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Auction: LEICA, CAMERAS AND PHOTOGRAPHIC EQUIPMENT (Lot 9) Title: NS Reflex no. 72
Description:
NS Reflex no. 72 Estimate: £200 - £300 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is a Sinclair N&S Reflex worth today?
Recent UK auction hammer prices sit in the £160–£280 range, so a presentable example is typically worth around £200–£280 before buyer's premium.
How much does a Sinclair N&S Reflex sell for at auction?
In 2025 two UK auction sales fell at £162 and £275, giving a working median price of roughly £220 at hammer.
What affects the value of a Sinclair N&S Reflex?
Condition of the woodwork, leather and shutter cloth has the largest impact on price, which is why examples have sold anywhere from £70 historically to £275 more recently.