Movie Camera Market Value
Analysis of 18,981 movie camera listings to determine current market pricing.
What you'll usually pay
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👉 In short easy summary
High value is found in Canon cameras (+72%) and Super 16mm formats (+73%). Conversely, Standard 8mm and brands like Keystone and Kodak show significant price drops of -67% and -70% respectively.
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Price by brand
Why? Prices range from professional-grade Canon at 198.05 to budget-friendly Keystone at 35.
Price by film format
Why? Specialized Super 16 reaches 199 while common Standard 8 mm sits at 38.19.
Price by type
Why? Zoom Reflex models command 97.48 compared to 47.27 for basic Reflex types.
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Common questions
What is the median price for a used movie camera?
The median price for used units is 127.
Which film format is the most affordable?
Standard 8 mm is the most affordable with a median price of 38.19.
How does the price of ARRI cameras compare to the market median?
ARRI cameras have a median of 139, which is 21% above the market median of 115.
How we got these numbers
Worked out from 200 live eBay listings (price range $20–$499, odd outliers ignored). These are asking prices, so use them as a guide. Last checked July 5, 2026.