Zenza Bronica Bronica EC-TL
The Bronica EC-TL is a 6x6 medium-format single-lens reflex camera from Japanese maker Zenza Bronica, part of the EC line introduced in the 1970s. It was positioned as a professional studio and location SLR using interchangeable backs and lenses.
At recent UK auction, hammer prices for the Bronica EC-TL have sat in the £220–£350 range, with the most recent 2024 sale closing at £220. As of 2026 the body alone is worth less than a complete outfit with a working prism and lens, so today's value depends heavily on what is bundled in the lot.
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 2026
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| Mar 2026 | £106 | Flints Auctions | |
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Auction: Cameras & Scientific Instruments (Lot 304) Title: A Zenza Bronica EC-TL Medium Format Camera Body
Description:
black, mirror mechanism and shutter works, no viewfinder, back or lens. |
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| Apr 2024 | £220 | Special Auction Services | |
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Auction: Photographica & Cameras Auction (Lot 241) Title: A Zenza Bronica EC-TL Camera
Description:
A Zenza Bronica EC-TL Camera, chrome, serial no CB362371, shutter working, meter responsive, camera responsive in auto, body G-VG, battery catch |
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| Jan 2023 | £375 | Flints Auctions | |
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Auction: The Collectors Sale (Lot 367) Title: A Zenza Bronica EC-TL Medium Format SLR Camera
Description:
black & chrome, body G, shutter working, speeds sound accurate in manual settings, together with a Nikkor-P.C f/2.8 75mm lens, |
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| May 2006 | EUR 800 | Leitz Auction | |
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Auction: Leitz Auction 9 (Lot AI_9_27098) Title: Zenza Bronica EC-TL outfit
Description:
4.5x6cm SLR, body in nice condition with strap, Nikkor-H.C 2.8/75mm no.776519 (cap), Nikkor-D 4/40mm no.82320 (rear cap), Nikkor-O 2.8/50mm no.28341 (filter, both caps), Nikkor-Q 3.5/13.5cm no.13560 (hood, both caps), extension ring set C-A to C-D, 2 rapid focus levers, EC TL prism no.13562, 45° prism finder, rotary finder, grip, focusing screen C, 67mm UV filter, bellows 2 in original maker's box Estimate: EUR 1,500 - EUR 1,800 |
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| May 2000 | £352 | Christie's | |
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Auction: Magic Lanterns, Optical Toys and Cameras (Lot 332) Title: BRONICA EC-TL NO. CB362066
Description:
BRONICA EC-TL NO. CB362066 Estimate: £300 - £400 |
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| May 2000 | £258 | Christie's | |
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Auction: Magic Lanterns, Optical Toys and Cameras (Lot 331) Title: BRONICA EC TYPE 2 NO. CB323122
Description:
BRONICA EC TYPE 2 NO. CB323122 Estimate: £200 - £300 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is a Bronica EC-TL worth today?
Recent UK auction hammer results price a Bronica EC-TL between roughly £220 and £350, with a 2024 sale at £220 giving a reasonable current benchmark.
How much does a Bronica EC-TL sell for at auction?
Clean working examples sell for around £220 at saleroom level, while better-equipped outfits with prism and lens have reached about £350.
Is the Bronica EC-TL a good buy at its current price?
At its current value the EC-TL offers 6x6 SLR shooting with interchangeable backs, but because the electronic shutter is difficult to service, buyers should prioritise a tested, fully functional body over the cheapest listing.