Let me stress up front that these values are my own guidelines and no doubt many other people will have their own ideas that differ to mine.
When I was actively collecting classical cameras a few years ago before the digital revolution triumphed I would value them according to whether I
Personally cameras did not have to be in perfect mint condition, I did not mind signs of use which I treated as patina, however be wary of dents and dings that indicate the camera or lens had been dropped or knocked.
Further I assumed the cost of any repair to be a minimum of £45, which means that unless a camera is worth considerably more it is not worth buying. Therefore with only a few exceptions I only bought cameras and other kit in full working order.
Make | Model | Deal | Try | Keep |
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Kodak | Retina IIc | £35 | £60 | £80 |
Kodak | Retina IIIC | £75 | £100 | £145 |
Kodak | KodaLux Light Meter | £5 | £10 | £15 |
Kodak | 35-80 View Finder | £15 | £20 | £35 |
Nikon | Nikkormat FT3 | £40 | £50 | £75 |
Nikon | Nikon F3 | £70 | £90 | £125 |
Nikon | Nikon F90X | £30 | £45 | £55 |
Nikon | F100 | £70 | £110 | £150 |
Pentax | ME Super + 50mm f1.7M | £15 | £25 | £35 |
Pentax | ME Super A + 50mm f1.7A | £20 | £35 | £50 |
Rollei | 35B | £20 | £30 | £40 |
Rollei | 35T | £25 | £40 | £55 |
Rollei | 35S | £35 | £50 | £70 |