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Zeiss Ikon Contaflex Prima (10.1291)

The Zeiss Ikon Contaflex Prima (10.1291) is a 35mm film camera produced under the Zeiss Ikon name. It sits in the Contaflex line of fixed-lens reflex cameras aimed at amateur photographers.

UK auction hammer results for the Contaflex Prima (10.1291) are sparse, with recorded sales ranging from £30 to £300 — wholesale saleroom levels that exclude buyer's and seller's commission. Heading into 2026, what a Contaflex Prima is worth today depends heavily on cosmetic condition and whether the shutter and meter are functional, with the lower end reflecting cameras sold as untested or for parts.

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: August 2024

Date Price Source
Aug 2024 £30 Special Auction Services
Nov 2005 EUR 300 Leitz Auction

Frequently asked questions

What is a Zeiss Ikon Contaflex Prima (10.1291) worth today?

Recorded UK auction hammer prices span roughly £30 to £300, so value depends strongly on condition and working order.

How much does a Contaflex Prima sell for at auction?

It sells for anywhere from around £30 for untested or cosmetically tired examples up to about £300 for clean, functional bodies at saleroom level.

Is the Contaflex Prima price sensitive to condition?

Yes — a working shutter and responsive meter materially affect the price, and non-working examples cluster at the bottom of the range.