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Plaubel Veriwide 100

The Plaubel Veriwide 100 is a medium-format wide-angle camera that exposes 6x9cm frames on 120 roll film through a fixed Schneider Super Angulon 47mm f/8 lens. Introduced in the 1960s, it was a specialist tool aimed at architectural and landscape photographers who needed an ultra-wide view on a larger negative than 35mm could offer.

At recent UK auction the Veriwide 100 has a wide spread: hammer prices recorded here range from £320 to £1,400, with a median around £850. The market has softened noticeably into 2026 — examples sold in the last couple of years have fetched £320 to £750 at saleroom level, well below the £1,100–£1,400 hammer results common a decade ago, so what the camera is worth today depends heavily on cosmetic condition, working shutter, and the presence of the original viewfinder and ground-glass back.

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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.

Prices updated: November 2025

Date Price Source
Nov 2025 £400 🇬🇧 Flints Auctions
May 2023 £750 🇬🇧 Flints Auctions
Apr 2023 £320 🇬🇧 Special Auction Services
Nov 2016 EUR 850 🇦🇹 Leitz Auction
Nov 2013 EUR 1,100 🇦🇹 Leitz Auction
Nov 2012 EUR 1,200 🇦🇹 Leitz Auction
Dec 2010 EUR 1,200 🇦🇹 Leitz Auction
May 2003 EUR 844 🇦🇹 Leitz Auction
Nov 2002 EUR 1,400 🇦🇹 Leitz Auction
Jan 2001 £587 🇬🇧 Christie's
Jun 1998 £920 🇬🇧 Christie's

Frequently asked questions

What is a Plaubel Veriwide 100 worth today?

Recent UK auction hammer prices have ranged from about £320 to £750, with the longer-term median value sitting near £850 for a clean, complete example.

How much does a Plaubel Veriwide 100 sell for at auction?

It typically sells for £400–£750 at current UK auction, though exceptional outfits with the original finder and back have historically reached £1,200 or more.

Why is the price range so wide?

Value is driven by shutter accuracy, lens condition, and completeness — missing the optical viewfinder or ground-glass back can cut the price significantly.

Is the Veriwide 100 still a usable camera?

Yes, it takes standard 120 film and the Compur-style leaf shutter can still be serviced by independent technicians, which supports its continued value among working medium-format users.

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