Zeiss Ikon Ikonta 521/2 (Ikonta C)
The Zeiss Ikon Ikonta 521/2, also designated Ikonta C, is a folding medium-format roll-film camera producing 6×9 negatives on 120 film. It dates from the post-war Zeiss Ikon Ikonta line and was positioned as a compact bellows folder for general photography.
With only a single recorded UK auction-hammer result, market evidence for the Ikonta 521/2 is thin: one example sells for £250 at saleroom level (wholesale, before commission), which provides the only firm reference for what this model is worth today in 2026. Condition of the bellows, shutter and lens almost certainly determines where individual examples fall in the price spectrum.
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: May 2011
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| May 2011 | EUR 250 | Leitz Auction | |
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Auction: Leitz Auction 19 (Lot AI_19_12761) Title: Zeiss Ikon Ikonta 521/2
Description:
in very good condition with very rare Zeiss Opton Tessar 3.5/106mm no.35691, in good working Compur-Rapid shutter, case Estimate: EUR 500 - EUR 600 |
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| Nov 2003 | EUR 172 | Leitz Auction | |
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Auction: Leitz Auction 4 (Lot AI_4_22706) Title: Zeiss Ikon Ikonta 521/2 Jk
Description:
6x9cm, Novar 4,5/10,5 cm. O.Nr. Klio O (1-1/200), mit: Etikett, Brillantsucher 437, Original-Karton, Kamera ungebraucht ! Estimate: EUR 1,948 - EUR 49 |
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| May 2003 | EUR 167 | Leitz Auction | |
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Auction: Leitz Auction 2-3 (Lot AI_2_21831) Title: Zeiss Ikon Ikonta 521/2 (531/2)
Description:
6x9cm, Novar 3.5/105mm, Prontor-S, mask for 4.5x6cm, rare, interesting camera stamped on leather: 531/2, it is actually a 521/2, near new with brillant finder 437/2, original maker's box Estimate: EUR 1,950 - EUR 4 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is a Zeiss Ikon Ikonta 521/2 worth today?
Based on the limited UK auction data available, an Ikonta 521/2 sells for around £250 at hammer, though with only one verified sale this figure should be treated as indicative rather than a firm market value.
How much does an Ikonta C sell for at auction?
The single recorded UK auction price is £250, achieved in 2011; condition of bellows, shutter and lens will heavily influence where any given example sits relative to that figure.
What film does the Ikonta 521/2 use?
It takes standard 120 roll film and produces 6×9cm negatives, eight frames per roll.