Zeiss Ikon Taxona
The Zeiss Ikon Taxona is a compact 35mm viewfinder camera produced in Germany in the post-war era. It was a small-format, fixed-lens model aimed at the budget end of the 35mm market when new.
At recent UK auction, hammer prices for the Taxona have been modest, with the two recorded sales falling in a £25–£35 range and a median around £30. As of 2026, this is a low-value collectable where condition and the presence of the original case sway what each example sells for, and confident valuations require more data than is currently available.
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: June 2026
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| Jun 2026 | £38 | Flints Auctions | |
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Auction: Cameras & Scientific Instruments (Lot 133) Title: A Zeiss Ikon Taxona 24mm x 24mm Square Frame Viewfinder Camera
Description:
chrome, serial no. 5039 790, internal serial number matches, body VG, shutter working, with Novonar Anastigmat 35mm f/3.5 lens, optics VG, with maker' (Qty: 1) |
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| Sep 2025 | £25 | Flints Auctions | |
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Auction: Cameras & Scientific Instruments (Lot 193) Title: A Taxona 24x24mm Camera
Description:
silver, body G, shutter works, viewfinder and lens have peripheral haze, with a Zeiss Ikon leather case. Note: For this specific lot, 5% import VAT |
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| Oct 2023 | £35 | Special Auction Services | |
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Auction: Photographica & Cameras Auction (Lot 459) Title: A VEB Zeiss Ikon Taxona Camera
Description:
A VEB Zeiss Ikon Taxona Camera, serial no 132866, shutter sluggish on slow speeds, body G,with C. Zeiss Jena 37.5mm f/3.5 T Tessar lens, elements G |
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Frequently asked questions
What is a Zeiss Ikon Taxona worth today?
Recorded UK auction hammer results sit between £25 and £35, giving a working value around £30 for a tidy example, though the small sample means individual prices can vary.
How much does a Zeiss Ikon Taxona sell for at auction?
Recent UK saleroom results show the Taxona selling for £25 to £35 at hammer, before buyer's premium is added.
Is the Zeiss Ikon Taxona a collectable camera?
It has a modest collector following as a compact 35mm Zeiss Ikon, but its price level reflects budget-collectable status rather than a sought-after rarity.