Zenza Bronica Bronica D
The Bronica D is a Japanese medium-format 6x6 single-lens reflex camera, introduced in the late 1950s as Zenza Bronica's first production model. It was positioned as a professional roll-film SLR aimed at studio and advanced amateur photographers.
With only two UK auction hammer results on record, the Bronica D has sold between £500 and £1,100, a wide span that reflects how thin the sample is rather than a settled market price. As of today in 2026, that range is indicative only, and what a Bronica D is worth at saleroom level depends heavily on cosmetic condition, mechanical function and whether a working lens is included. Clean, fully operational examples sit at the upper end, while incomplete or faulty bodies sell for considerably less.
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.
Prices updated: April 2024
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| Apr 2024 | £500 | £500 | 🇬🇧 Special Auction Services | |
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Auction: Photographica & Cameras Auction (Lot 251) Title: A Zenza Bronica D ''Deluxe'' Camera
Description:
A Zenza Bronica D ''Deluxe'' Camera, two tone grey, serial no ACB 23236, shutter working, body G, some surface grime, slight lifting to leatherette, |
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| Nov 2018 | EUR 1,500 | £1,322 | 🇦🇹 Leitz Auction | |
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Auction: Leitz Auction 33 (Lot AI_33_37027) Title: Bronica D (Deluxe)
Description:
very rare camera in near mint condition, slightly improved version of the first Bronica 6x6 (Z) with more reliable mechanics and semi-automatic film loading, including Nikkor-P 2.8/7.5cm no.58083 and three 120 magazines Estimate: EUR 3,000 - EUR 3,500 |
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| Nov 2012 | EUR 850 | £683 | 🇦🇹 Leitz Auction | |
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Auction: Leitz Auction 22 (Lot AI_22_14334) Title: Zenza Bronica D
Description:
first Bronica in near mint condition and good working order with magazine no.CM28175, Nikkor-P 2.8/75mm no.125076, Nikkor-H 3.5/50mm no.84874 (Filter caps), spare magazine no.CM27959 Estimate: EUR 1,000 - EUR 1,200 |
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| May 2010 | EUR 1,100 | £943 | 🇦🇹 Leitz Auction | |
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Auction: Leitz Auction 17 (Lot AI_17_11546) Title: Zenza Bronica D
Description:
first Bronica in mint condition and good working order with magazine no.CM33548, Nikkor-P 2.8/7.5cm no.65564, cap and original maker's box Estimate: EUR 1,000 - EUR 1,200 |
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| Nov 2005 | EUR 660 | £448 | 🇦🇹 Leitz Auction | |
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Auction: Leitz Auction 8 (Lot AI_8_25597) Title: Zenza Bronica D
Description:
6x6cm SLR, first Bronica in good working condition with Komura 2.8/100mm no.S11419, 120 magazine Estimate: EUR 300 - EUR 400 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is a Bronica D worth today?
Recorded UK auction hammer prices sit between roughly £500 and £1,100, though with only two sales on file this is an indicative range rather than a firm market value.
How much does a Bronica D sell for at auction?
Recent hammer results show the Bronica D sells for several hundred pounds upward, with cleaner, working examples achieving the higher figures.
What affects the price of a Bronica D?
Condition, mechanical function of the shutter and mirror mechanism, completeness with a working lens and film back, and overall cosmetic state are the main factors driving value.