Yashica LM
The Yashica LM is a twin-lens reflex (TLR) medium-format camera introduced in the late 1950s, shooting 6x6cm frames on 120 roll film. It sat in Yashica's TLR line-up as a more affordable alternative to the Rolleiflex, with a built-in uncoupled selenium light meter that gave the 'LM' designation its meaning.
At recent UK auction, Yashica LM hammer prices have been modest, with recorded results of £20 and £69 — wholesale saleroom levels rather than dealer retail. As of today in 2026, what the camera sells for is heavily condition-dependent, and working selenium meters typically lift value toward the upper end of that range.
Sales History
Prices shown are realised prices — auction results and completed eBay sales, never asking prices. Most saleroom figures are hammer prices, before commission; some houses publish a premium-inclusive figure, and we do not adjust for condition. Dealer and retail asking prices are typically higher. How this figure is calculated.
Prices updated: January 2026
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| Jan 2026 | £90 | £90 | 🇬🇧 Special Auction Services | |
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Auction: Photographica & Cameras Auction (Lot 392) Title: A Yashica LM TLR Camera
Description:
A Yashica LM TLR Camera, black, serial no 620259, shutter working, light cell responsive, self timer working, body G, with Yahinon 60mm f/3.5 lens, |
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| Mar 2025 | £69 | £55 | 🇬🇧 Flints Auctions | |
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Auction: Cameras & Scientific Instruments (Lot 248) Title: A Yashica LM Medium Format TLR Camera
Description:
black, serial number 790254, body G, 6x6 format, shutter and controls operate well, optics G, with caps, |
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| Aug 2024 | £20 | £20 | 🇬🇧 Special Auction Services | |
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Auction: TWO DAY: Photographica & Cameras Auction (Lot 1) Title: A Yashica LM TLR Camera
Description:
A Yashica LM TLR Camera, shutter working, self timer working, light cell unresponsive, body G, with Yashinon 60mm f/3.5 lens, elements G-VG |
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Frequently asked questions
What is a Yashica LM worth today?
Based on UK auction hammer results, a Yashica LM is typically worth between roughly £20 for a rough, untested body and around £70 for a clean, working example.
How much does a Yashica LM sell for at auction?
Recent UK saleroom sales range from £20 to £69 at the hammer, with the price largely driven by cosmetic condition and whether the selenium meter still reads accurately.
Is the Yashica LM's light meter still reliable?
Many surviving examples have weakened or dead selenium cells, so the meter value should be verified against a known-good meter before relying on it.