Voigtlander& Sohn Bessa R2 M (black)
The Voigtländer Bessa R2M is a 35mm rangefinder camera with a Leica M-compatible lens mount and a fully mechanical, battery-independent shutter. The black-finish version was sold alongside a chrome variant and was positioned as a mechanical alternative within the Bessa R2 family.
Sales data for the black Bessa R2M is very thin: a single UK auction-hammer result in June 2021 reached £1,100, and with only one record there is no meaningful range or median to quote for today's market. As a wholesale saleroom figure that excludes commission, this single data point should be treated as indicative rather than a reliable guide to what the camera is currently worth.
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
| Date | Price | Source | |
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| Jun 2021 | EUR 1,100 | Leitz Auction | |
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Auction: Leitz Auction 38 (Lot AI_38_39483) Title: Voigtländer Bessa R2M black no.2
Description:
Extremely early M-mount black body with mechanical shutter, coupled rangefinder and TTL light metering, in near mint condition and perfect working order, with body cap, strap, instructions and maker's box Estimate: EUR 1,200 - EUR 1,400 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is a Voigtländer Bessa R2M (black) worth today?
Based on the limited data available, one UK auction example sold for £1,100 in 2021; with only a single hammer result on file, current value cannot be reliably stated and depends heavily on condition and completeness.
How much does a black Bessa R2M sell for at UK auction?
The only recorded UK auction-hammer price in our data is £1,100, which reflects a wholesale saleroom result before buyer's commission rather than a retail dealer price.
Does the Bessa R2M need a battery to work?
No — the R2M uses a mechanical shutter and operates without a battery, although a battery is required if the built-in light meter is used.