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Expo Cameraco. Watch Camera

The Expo Cameraco. Watch Camera is a novelty subminiature camera styled to resemble a pocket watch, produced in the early twentieth century. It was sold as a concealable amateur camera using small roll film supplied in proprietary cartridges, positioned as a curio rather than a serious picture-making tool.

At recent UK auction, hammer prices for the Expo Watch Camera have spanned roughly £170–£290, with a median around £255 across the recorded sales. Values today in 2026 are strongly condition-sensitive: examples with a clean dial face, intact winding crown and original film spool cartridge sit at the top of the range, while worn or incomplete bodies sell for less.

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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.

Date Price Source
Nov 2020 EUR 280 Leitz Auction
May 2011 EUR 230 Leitz Auction
Dec 2010 EUR 400 Leitz Auction
Sep 2005 £168 Christie's
May 2003 EUR 287 Leitz Auction
May 2003 EUR 250 Leitz Auction

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