Vintage Projectors & Screens
Market data for 13,073 vintage projection listings.
What you'll usually pay
๐ก Buying used saves about 31% here.
๐ In short easy summary
Value is strongest in 16mm and 9.5mm formats, which show price increases of 20% and 28% respectively. Conversely, slide projectors are seeing a significant decline in value with a -36% delta.
๐ Best value for your money
Price by movie film format
Why? Prices vary by rarity and professional use, ranging from 35mm at 44.95 to 65/70mm at 85.48.
Price by brand
Why? Value is driven by brand prestige, with Argus at 38.56 and Bolex/Elmo both at 85.
Price by type
Why? Specialized movie projectors command higher prices than basic slide projectors, ranging from 39.99 to 75.
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Common questions
What is the price difference between new and used vintage projectors?
The median price for new items is 99, while used items have a median of 68.71.
Which brand of vintage projector is the most affordable?
Argus has the lowest median price among the listed brands at 38.56.
How does the price of 16mm projectors compare to 35mm?
16mm projectors have a median price of 75, whereas 35mm projectors have a median of 44.95.
How we got these numbers
Worked out from 200 live eBay listings (price range $20โ$231, odd outliers ignored). These are asking prices, so use them as a guide. Last checked July 5, 2026.