Zenith Cameracorp. Zorki C
The Zorki C is a Soviet-built 35mm rangefinder camera, part of the Zorki series produced by KMZ from the mid-1950s. It was a screw-mount rangefinder positioned as an affordable alternative to Western Leica-style cameras of the period.
Hammer prices for the Zorki C at UK auction are modest: the single recorded sale in our dataset achieved £31 in March 2023, indicating a low value bracket for working examples at saleroom level. With only one data point on record as of today, this figure should be treated as indicative rather than a firm market median, and clean, fully functional bodies may sell for more privately than they fetch at auction.
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: March 2023
| Date | Price | Source | |
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| Mar 2023 | £31 | Flints Auctions | |
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Auction: The Collectors Sale (Lot 353) Title: A Zorki C 35mm Rangefinder Camera
Description:
chrome, body G-VG, shutter working, rangefinder patch clear & bright, together with an Industar-22 f/3.5 50mm lens, optics G-VG, some light cleaning (Qty: 1) |
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Frequently asked questions
What is a Zorki C worth today?
Based on limited UK auction data, a Zorki C has sold for around £31 at hammer, though prices vary with condition and whether a lens is included.
How much does a Zorki C sell for at auction?
The one recorded UK auction sale in our dataset reached £31 in 2023; this is the wholesale hammer price and excludes buyer's premium.
Is the Zorki C a good entry point into Soviet rangefinders?
Its low price and simple mechanical design make it accessible, but buyers should budget for a CLA service to ensure reliable shutter speeds and rangefinder accuracy.