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Voigtlander& Sohn Bessa

The Voigtländer Bessa is a folding roll-film camera produced by Voigtländer & Sohn of Braunschweig. It belongs to the family of medium-format folders that the firm built from the late 1920s through the post-war period, aimed at amateur photographers wanting a pocketable camera for roll film.

Auction evidence for the Bessa is thin, with only a single recorded UK hammer result of £96 from 2005 — a wholesale saleroom price rather than a dealer retail figure. With so little recent data, it is not possible to give a reliable current value or sells-for figure for 2026, and condition, lens variant and shutter type would in any case drive a wide spread.

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 2025

Date Price Source
Jun 2025 £31 Flints Auctions
May 2005 £96 Christie's

Frequently asked questions

What is a Voigtländer Bessa worth today?

The single UK auction record in our data sold for £96 in 2005, which is too little evidence to quote a current market value with any confidence.

How much does a Voigtländer Bessa sell for at auction?

Only one hammer price is on file (£96), so a reliable sells-for range cannot be given; condition and the specific lens/shutter combination would heavily influence the price.

Is the Voigtländer Bessa a film camera?

Yes — it is a roll-film folding camera made by Voigtländer & Sohn for amateur use.