Simda Panorascope
The Simda Panorascope is a subminiature stereo camera that produces paired panoramic-format frames on roll film. It is a niche specialist item rather than a general-use camera.
With only a single tracked UK auction hammer result on file (£400 in 2013), the market is too thin to quote a meaningful range or median today, and that figure is a wholesale saleroom result rather than a retail price. Values for what a Simda Panorascope is worth in 2026 depend heavily on completeness of the outfit, working shutter, and condition of the optics, and confirmed sales remain scarce.
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.
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| Nov 2024 | EUR 500 | Leitz Auction | |
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Auction: Leitz Auction 45 (Lot A01364) Title: Simda Panorascope
Description:
Rare French stereo camera for 300 exposures 10x20mm on 16mm film, less than 2500 units were made, early version with Roussel Special 3.5/25mm lenses, black leather covering, in absolutely mint condition and working order (slow speeds not accurate), with leather case, instructions and depth of field board. Estimate: EUR 1,000 - EUR 1,200 |
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| Mar 2018 | EUR 600 | Leitz Auction | |
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Auction: Leitz Auction 32 (Lot AI_32_36043) Title: Simda Panorascope
Description:
rare French stereo camera for 300 exposures 10x20mm on 16mm film, later version with Angenieux 3.5/25mm lenses, 2-tone grey leather covering, in beautiful condition, with leather case Estimate: EUR 1,000 - EUR 1,200 |
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| Nov 2016 | EUR 500 | Leitz Auction | |
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Auction: Leitz Auction 30 (Lot AI_30_34748) Title: Simda Panorascope
Description:
rare French stereo camera for 300 exposures 10x20mm on 16mm film, later version with Angenieux 3.5/25mm lenses, 2-tone grey leather covering, in very fine condition Estimate: EUR 900 - EUR 1,100 |
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| May 2013 | EUR 400 | Leitz Auction | |
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Auction: Leitz Auction 23 (Lot AI_23_10579) Title: Simda Panorascope
Description:
stereo camera for 300 exposures 10x20mm on 16mm film, early version with Roussel Microcolor 3.5/25mm lenses, black leather covering, in very fine condition with original case Estimate: EUR 800 - EUR 1,000 |
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| Nov 2007 | EUR 400 | Leitz Auction | |
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Auction: Leitz Auction 12 (Lot AI_12_20491) Title: Simda Panorascope
Description:
stereo camera for 300 exposures 10x20mm on 16mm film, early version with Roussel Microcolor 3.5/25mm lenses, black leather covering, in fine condition Estimate: EUR 800 - EUR 1,000 |
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| May 2005 | £288 | Christie's | |
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Auction: CAMERAS, PHOTOGRAPHIC EQUIPMENT AND OPTICAL TOYS INCLUDING (Lot 190) Title: Panorascope no. 164
Description:
Panorascope no. 164 Estimate: £300 - £500 |
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| Mar 2004 | £358 | Christie's | |
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Auction: CAMERAS AND PHOTOGRAPHIC EQUIPMENT - THE PROPERTY OF A COLLE (Lot 271) Title: Panorascope
Description:
Panorascope Estimate: £300 - £500 |
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