Tougodo Optical Hulda 35
The Hulda 35 is a 35mm film camera produced by Tougodo Optical, a Japanese maker active in the post-war era of compact viewfinder cameras. It sits among the lesser-known Japanese 35mm models from that period and rarely surfaces in the wider collector market.
Auction data for the Hulda 35 is extremely thin: a single UK saleroom hammer result of £600 in 2008 is the only verified data point, so any current 'worth' or 'sells for' figure today is speculative rather than evidenced. Because only one auction-hammer price exists, condition, completeness and provenance will dominate what the camera is worth in 2026, and a buyer should treat that lone result as an indicator rather than a reliable median.
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 2008
| Date | Price | Source | |
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| Nov 2008 | EUR 600 | Leitz Auction | |
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Auction: Leitz Auction 14 (Lot AI_14_17702) Title: Huldaflex Hulda "35"
Description:
very rare name variation of the Toyoca Toyocaflex "35" side-by-side TLR, in good original condition, Owla Anastigmat 3.5/4.5cm no.55109, shutter release missing Estimate: EUR 1,200 - EUR 1,400 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is a Tougodo Hulda 35 worth today?
Auction evidence is limited to a single UK hammer price of £600 in 2008, so a precise current value cannot be given; condition and completeness will determine what any individual example sells for.
How much does a Hulda 35 sell for at auction?
The only recorded UK auction-hammer result for the Hulda 35 is £600, achieved in 2008, and no more recent verified sales are available to refine that price.
Is the Hulda 35 a rare camera?
Yes — it appears very infrequently in UK saleroom records, which is why reliable market value data for the model is scarce.