Zeiss Ikon Donata (227/7)
The Zeiss Ikon Donata (227/7) is a folding plate camera from the early 20th-century German tradition, produced by Zeiss Ikon following the 1926 consolidation that brought together makers including Ica, Contessa-Nettel, Ernemann and Goerz. It was positioned as a mid-range folding camera for sheet-film and plate users rather than a premium model.
Auction data for the Donata (227/7) is very thin: a single UK saleroom hammer result from 2011 sells for £160, which is the only verified reference point available today. With just one data point, that figure should be treated as indicative rather than a reliable market price, and condition, completeness of the original plate holders and shutter function will heavily influence what a similar example is worth in 2026.
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 2011
| Date | Price | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 2011 | EUR 160 | Leitz Auction | |
|
Auction: Leitz Auction 20 (Lot AI_20_13267) Title: Zeiss Ikon Donata 227/7
Description:
9x12cm, in very fine condition with Tessar 4.5/13.5cm no.881652 in Compur shutter, metal plaque on camera engraved 'Photo-Rahn Kaiserstrasse 55 Fankfurt a.M.', Rollex 120 rollfilm holder, case Estimate: EUR 180 - EUR 220 |
|||
|
Loading...
|
|||
Frequently asked questions
What is a Zeiss Ikon Donata (227/7) worth today?
Based on the single verified UK auction hammer result on record, a Donata (227/7) sold for £160, though with only one data point the true market value could reasonably sit either side of that figure depending on condition and completeness.
How much does a Zeiss Ikon Donata (227/7) sell for at auction?
The only recorded UK saleroom price for this model is £160 at hammer, excluding buyer's premium; more recent comparable sales were not available in the data provided.
Is the Zeiss Ikon Donata (227/7) a collectible camera?
It is an early Zeiss Ikon folding plate camera and is collected mainly by enthusiasts of pre-war German folders, but the very limited sales record means its price and liquidity are harder to gauge than for mainstream Zeiss Ikon models.