Voigtlander& Sohn Vitomatic IIIb
The Voigtländer Vitomatic IIIb is a 35mm rangefinder-style fixed-lens camera, part of the Vitomatic line introduced in the late 1950s and 1960s. It sat in the upper tier of Voigtländer's compact 35mm range when new, aimed at enthusiasts who wanted a coupled rangefinder and built-in metering in a fixed-lens body.
Sales data for the Vitomatic IIIb is thin, with only a single recorded UK auction hammer result of £218 from 1998, which represents wholesale saleroom pricing rather than a dealer retail figure. With just one data point on file, today's value is difficult to anchor precisely, and condition, working meter, and clean optics will drive what a clean example sells for in the current market.
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 1998
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| Jun 1998 | £172 | Christie's | |
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Auction: LEICA AND 35MM CAMERAS (Lot 59) Title: Vitomatic IIIb
Description:
Vitomatic IIIb Estimate: £150 - £200 |
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| Mar 1998 | £218 | Christie's | |
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Auction: CAMERAS & OPTICAL TOYS (Lot 293) Title: Vitomatic IIIb
Description:
Vitomatic IIIb Estimate: £150 - £180 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is a Voigtländer Vitomatic IIIb worth today?
Based on the limited UK auction record on file, a Vitomatic IIIb has previously sold for around £218 at hammer, though with only one data point the current price for a clean working example is difficult to pin down precisely.
How much does a Vitomatic IIIb sell for at auction?
The single recorded UK auction hammer price is £218, which excludes buyer's premium; actual results today will vary with condition, meter function, and lens clarity.
Is the Vitomatic IIIb a good user camera?
It can be, provided the selenium meter still responds and the rangefinder and shutter are accurate — these are the main points that determine whether an example is usable or display-only.