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Zeiss Ikon Contaflex I 861/24

The Zeiss Ikon Contaflex I (model 861/24) is a 35mm leaf-shutter SLR introduced in the mid-1950s. It was positioned as a fixed-lens reflex aimed at amateur photographers who wanted SLR viewing combined with the reliability of a between-the-lens shutter.

Auction data for the Contaflex I 861/24 is thin: a single UK saleroom hammer result from 2004 sold for £130, so a current market median cannot be reliably established for today's market. Buyers researching what a Contaflex I is worth in 2026 should treat that figure as a historic auction-hammer reference (wholesale, pre-commission) rather than a guide to what the model now sells for, since condition and working order drive most of the price.

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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 2005

Date Price Source
Nov 2005 EUR 255 Leitz Auction
May 2004 EUR 130 Leitz Auction
Nov 2003 EUR 104 Leitz Auction

Frequently asked questions

What is a Zeiss Ikon Contaflex I 861/24 worth today?

The only verified UK auction hammer result on file is £130 from 2004, so a reliable current value cannot be quoted from the available data — recent comparable sales would be needed to price one accurately.

How much does a Contaflex I sell for at UK auction?

Available evidence is limited to one historic hammer price of £130; with so few data points the current auction price range is uncertain.

What should I check before buying a Contaflex I?

Confirm the leaf shutter fires accurately at all speeds, the mirror returns cleanly, and the lens elements are free of fungus and separation, since shutter servicing is the most common cost on this model.

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