Comments on: 5 Tips for Acquiring Old Cameras

By: Bobbe Dannenbrink

Bobbe Dannenbrink — Fri, 21 Sep 2012 19:18:41 +0000

Hi: I have at least 4 of my husbands old cameras. He was a newspaper
editor, photographer, etc. He did everything but he loved photography.
I have an old Lord, made in Germany; a Rolleiflex bought in the 60′s from
Germany and a Baldalux (?), and a Minolta 110 Zoom. How can I find
an honest buyer. Or can you give me an idea if I should even think of
selling them.

By: Antonio Marques

Antonio Marques — Mon, 24 Jan 2011 22:05:56 +0000

Hi Dolor,

Unfortunately the film SLR market has dropped immensely in price. Nikon actually did better than most, but still got beaten hard. I have never used the FM2, but from what I’ve heard (a friend has one) and browsed around, even the 1982 ones (black, right?) in very good condition go probably for $120-$200. I’m assuming you’re talking about the camera body without lens.
Please use these number as a very uninformed guesstimate.
A used-cameras store could probably give you a much more accurate number.

By: Dolor

Dolor — Sun, 23 Jan 2011 23:37:58 +0000

I have an old Nikon FM2(1982) camara, how much is it valued for? And also how much time does it take to be considered an antique.

By: Luella

Luella — Mon, 09 Aug 2010 11:34:05 +0000

OK I see that there is a website for this but not sure how to how to use it, LOL. I have come across an old camera a (Kodak Duaffex2 camera). How do I go about finding the value of this? I was told by a few friends that it is worth about $500. I’m not sure if it works the film it takes is larger then 35mm.

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By: A Marques

A Marques — Tue, 10 Jun 2008 07:19:07 +0000

That’s a very good point: Looking at work done with the cameras before you buy might give some hints as to if it will fit with your style.

Thanks for dropping by.

By: the_wolf_brigade

the_wolf_brigade — Thu, 05 Jun 2008 12:32:04 +0000

I thrive on old cameras

Searching on flickr for the models your interested in is another good way of finding out information. Often I email users and ask about their experiences and whether there are any pitfalls I should be aware of.

My best one yet? A non working Pentax 6×7 (non MLU) as a Christmas present from my local lab. $120AUS later and it was working. While I’ve had to spend another $150AUS on it, it still beats the prices they sell for on ebay.

By: A Marques

A Marques — Wed, 28 May 2008 05:59:14 +0000

@Wayfaring Wanderer,

That is a very nice point and something that I never gave much thought, although I’ve seen some amazing work done that way.

There are some Photoshop actions used to replicate TtV photography, but nothing like the real dea, right?

Have you tried something like that?

By: Wayfaring Wanderer

Wayfaring Wanderer — Tue, 27 May 2008 23:48:14 +0000

Then again, if they don’t work, you could always use them for TtV!

By: A Marques

A Marques — Mon, 26 May 2008 15:06:40 +0000

For $3 and in good condition? Why is it that I never get any deals like that?

How much did you pay for the Trip 35, if you don’t mind me asking?

And thanks for passing by.

By: A Marques

A Marques — Mon, 26 May 2008 15:04:22 +0000

@Brian,

I hope you enjoy it. TLRs are fantastic pieces.

By: Peter Collins

Peter Collins — Sun, 25 May 2008 00:36:36 +0000

How timely! I am a fan of older cameras and most recently (this morning, actually) picked up a Canon Demi at a garage sale for $3. Works perfectly! Ran a roll of film through it and there are no problems at all.

Also recently bought an Olympus Trip 35 on ebay hoping for the best and it too was perfect!

I love having the older cameras AND being able to use them. It’s fun, great results and great conversation starters as well.

Enjoyed your blog post.

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