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Zeiss Ikon Tenax II

The Zeiss Ikon Tenax II is a 35mm viewfinder camera introduced in the late 1930s, taking square 24×24mm frames on standard 35mm film. It was positioned as a high-specification compact using a rapid-wind lever for quick sequential shooting, and was offered with Zeiss-branded lenses.

At recent UK auction, hammer prices for the Tenax II have spanned roughly £240–£490, with a median around £280 as of today. Condition and originality drive value sharply at saleroom level: clean, working examples and documented variants such as the German Navy version or complete outfits sell for more, while worn bodies fetch notably less.

Variants

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Variant Years Edition Sales Price Range
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outfit — — 0 —
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Sales History

Prices shown are realised prices — auction results and completed eBay sales, never asking prices. Most saleroom figures are hammer prices, before commission; some houses publish a premium-inclusive figure, and we do not adjust for condition. Dealer and retail asking prices are typically higher. How this figure is calculated.

Based on 24 recorded sales.

Last checked on eBay: 15 August 2026. Most recent sale: July 2026.

Date Price Value GBP Source Variant
Jul 2026 EUR 399 £341 🇪🇺 eBay —
Jul 2026 USD 699 £523 🇺🇸 eBay —
Nov 2024 EUR 450 £375 🇦🇹 Leitz Auction —
Sep 2024 £238 £190 🇬🇧 Flints Auctions —
Jul 2024 £238 £190 🇬🇧 Flints Auctions —
Jun 2017 £140 £140 🇬🇧 Special Auction Services (archive) —
Nov 2016 EUR 400 £348 🇦🇹 Leitz Auction —
Nov 2016 USD 150 £121 🇺🇸 pedia_sales_tamarkin —
Jun 2015 EUR 650 £469 🇦🇹 Leitz Auction —
Dec 2010 EUR 1,400 £1,187 🇦🇹 Leitz Auction —
May 2009 EUR 460 £407 🇦🇹 Leitz Auction —
Nov 2008 EUR 850 £706 🇦🇹 Leitz Auction —
Jun 2008 EUR 460 £364 🇦🇹 Leitz Auction —
May 2004 EUR 229 £154 🇦🇹 Leitz Auction —
Nov 2003 EUR 370 £256 🇦🇹 Leitz Auction —
Nov 2003 EUR 224 £155 🇦🇹 Leitz Auction —
May 2003 EUR 417 £297 🇦🇹 Leitz Auction —
May 2003 EUR 573 £409 🇦🇹 Leitz Auction —
May 2003 EUR 490 £349 🇦🇹 Leitz Auction —
May 2003 £129 £110 🇬🇧 Christie's —
Apr 2003 £220 £220 🇬🇧 Bonhams —
Aug 2000 £352 £300 🇬🇧 Christie's —
May 2000 £282 £240 🇬🇧 Christie's —
May 1998 £218 £190 🇬🇧 Christie's —
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Frequently asked questions

What is a Zeiss Ikon Tenax II worth today?

At UK auction, a Tenax II typically sells for between about £240 and £490 hammer, with a median around £280 based on recent and historical results.

How much does a Zeiss Ikon Tenax II sell for in good condition?

Clean, fully working examples tend to sit in the upper part of the £240–£490 range, and desirable variants such as the German Navy model or complete outfits can push the price higher.

Is the Tenax II a good collector's camera?

Its 24×24mm square format, rapid-wind design and Zeiss Ikon provenance give it steady collector interest, though value is very condition-sensitive and originality of variants materially affects price.

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