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Voigtlander& Sohn Prominent 6x9

The Voigtländer Prominent 6x9 is a folding medium-format camera introduced in the early 1930s, taking eight 6x9cm frames on 120 roll film. It was positioned at the top of Voigtländer's range when new, with a coupled rangefinder and an integrated extinction meter that were unusual features for a folder of the period.

At recent UK auction, hammer prices for the Prominent 6x9 have ranged from about £530 to £800, with a median around £650 — wholesale levels before buyer's premium. As of 2026 the camera's value remains condition-sensitive: clean, working examples with a functioning rangefinder sell for more, while bodies with bellows issues or a cloudy lens tend to trade below the median.

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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: November 2021

Date Price Source
Nov 2021 £521 Flints Auctions
Jun 2019 EUR 850 Leitz Auction
Nov 2018 EUR 800 Leitz Auction
Nov 2018 £540 Flints Auctions
Mar 2018 EUR 600 Leitz Auction
Nov 2016 EUR 900 Leitz Auction
Nov 2015 EUR 800 Leitz Auction
Nov 2014 EUR 600 Leitz Auction
Mar 2014 EUR 900 Leitz Auction
May 2012 EUR 1,100 Leitz Auction
May 2012 EUR 700 Leitz Auction
Nov 2011 EUR 650 Leitz Auction
Dec 2009 EUR 650 Leitz Auction
Nov 2007 EUR 550 Leitz Auction
Nov 2006 EUR 1,600 Leitz Auction
May 2005 EUR 765 Leitz Auction
May 2005 EUR 660 Leitz Auction
Nov 2002 EUR 9,375 Leitz Auction
Jul 2001 £528 Christie's

Frequently asked questions

What is a Voigtländer Prominent 6x9 worth today?

Based on UK auction hammer results, a Prominent 6x9 is typically worth around £650, with clean examples reaching closer to £800 and rougher bodies selling for about £530.

How much does a Prominent 6x9 sell for at auction?

Recent UK saleroom results show a price range of roughly £530 to £800, though these figures exclude buyer's premium and dealer retail asking prices are usually higher.

What affects the value of a Prominent 6x9?

Bellows condition, rangefinder accuracy, lens clarity and overall cosmetic state are the main factors; a fully working example will sell for a clear premium over one needing service.

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