Linhof Super Technika III (6x9)
The Linhof Super Technika III (6x9) is a German-made medium-format technical field camera, produced from the early 1950s. It uses 6x9cm roll film via interchangeable backs and offers full camera movements, positioning it as a precision tool for landscape, architectural, and studio work.
Hammer prices for the Super Technika III (6x9) at recent UK auction have ranged from roughly £400 to £550, with the limited record set sitting around the £480 mark at saleroom level (wholesale, before commission). With only a handful of auction data points logged through to today in 2026, what a Super Technika III is worth in the current market depends heavily on completeness of kit — bodies sold with a matched rangefinder-cammed lens and roll-film back typically sell for more than bare bodies.
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: July 2024
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| Jul 2024 | £350 | 🇬🇧 Flints Auctions | |
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Auction: Cameras & Scientific Auction (Lot 195) Title: A Linhof Super Technika III Large Format Camera
Description:
black, serial number 45029, body G, front standard extends and locks, bellows not light tested, rangefinder patch visible, with a Schneider-Kreuznach |
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| Jan 2024 | £475 | 🇬🇧 Flints Auctions | |
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Auction: Cameras & Scientific Instruments (Lot 262) Title: A Linhof Super Technika III Large Format Folding Camera
Description:
black, body F-G, well worn & patina throughout, bellows F, require some light repair work at the very least, likely require replacement, retrofitted (Qty: 1) |
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| Nov 2020 | EUR 320 | 🇦🇹 Leitz Auction | |
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Auction: Leitz Auction 37 (Lot AI_37_38490) Title: Linhof Super Technika III 6x9cm
Description:
camera in very good condition, with Xenar 3.5/105mm no.3933105 in working Synchro-Compur shutter Estimate: EUR 400 - EUR 500 |
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| Nov 2013 | EUR 850 | 🇦🇹 Leitz Auction | |
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Auction: Leitz Auction 24 (Lot AI_24_29180) Title: Linhof Super Technika III
Description:
body in fine condition with Apo-Lanthar 4.5/21cm no.3455150 (caps) and Tele-Xenar 5.5/360mm no.3944472 (cap) with matching rangefinder cam Estimate: EUR 1,500 - EUR 1,800 |
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| Nov 2006 | EUR 400 | 🇦🇹 Leitz Auction | |
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Auction: Leitz Auction 10 (Lot AI_10_14943) Title: Linhof Super Technika III outfit
Description:
6x9cm, with Heligon 2.8/90mm no.2698559 in Synchro-Compur, Angulon 6.8/65mm no.3435642 in Synchro-Compur, Tele-Xenar 5.5/180mm no.3427870 in Synchro-Compur, 2 roll-film magazines (56x72mm, 6x9mm), various accessories and literature, matching Linhof leather case Estimate: EUR 800 - EUR 1,000 |
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| Nov 2006 | EUR 360 | 🇦🇹 Leitz Auction | |
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Auction: Leitz Auction 10 (Lot AI_10_14942) Title: Linhof Technika Super Technika III
Description:
6x9cm, with rangefinder, matching Xenar 3.5/105mm no.7954130 in Synchro-Compur, 6x9 Linhof roll film magazine, 3 double film holders, Linhof flash with reflector and bulb, bubble-level, Linhof price list from 1954 Estimate: EUR 600 - EUR 700 |
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| May 2003 | EUR 553 | 🇦🇹 Leitz Auction | |
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Auction: Leitz Auction 2-3 (Lot AI_2_22239) Title: Linhof Super Technika III
Description:
6x9cm model III, with rollfilm back and a Rodenstock-Heligon f/3.2 90mm lens Estimate: EUR 1,951 - EUR 56 |
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| Nov 1999 | £690 | 🇬🇧 Christie's | |
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Auction: Magic Lanterns, Optical Toys and Cameras (Lot 479) Title: Super Technika III no. 46685
Description:
Super Technika III no. 46685 Estimate: £300 - £500 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is a Linhof Super Technika III (6x9) worth today?
Recent UK auction hammer results sit in the £400–£550 range, though clean, complete outfits with a cammed lens can price above that ceiling.
How much does a Super Technika III sell for at auction?
The two logged UK hammer sales fell at £400 and £553, giving a working median around £480 before buyer's premium.
Why does the price vary so much between examples?
Value is driven by bellows condition, rangefinder accuracy, and whether the camera is sold with a matched cammed lens and roll-film back rather than as a bare body.