Camera Questions
Jun 2, 2019 16:59:47 #
During the clean out of my mother’s house we found these two cameras.
The old Kodak Brownie Target SIX-20 I think may have been my grandfather’s.
Does it have any value to a collector of Kodak cameras ? Or should it be just thrown out ?
Also a YASHICA ELECTRO AX one of the early electronic shutter 35mm film cameras, I think, was was my dads. Does it have any value to a photographer that likes to occasionally still photograph using film .
Looking for guidance
Thank you
Respectfully
JoeD
The old Kodak Brownie Target SIX-20 I think may have been my grandfather’s.
Does it have any value to a collector of Kodak cameras ? Or should it be just thrown out ?
Also a YASHICA ELECTRO AX one of the early electronic shutter 35mm film cameras, I think, was was my dads. Does it have any value to a photographer that likes to occasionally still photograph using film .
Looking for guidance
Thank you
Respectfully
JoeD
Jun 2, 2019 17:13:08 #
Joe D wrote:
During the clean out of my mother’s house we found... (show quote)
Unfortunately, you do not have cameras that are worth much. You can see it here: https://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_from=R40&_trksid=p2380057.m570.l1313.TR1.TRC0.A0.H0.TRS0&_nkw=Kodak+Brownie+Target+SIX-20&_sacat=0
The Yashica was popular back on the day of film, but unless the camera belongs to someone famous and you can prove it. You probably don't get more than $20.00 for it and only if the camera is in good working condition. Sorry!
Jun 2, 2019 17:34:18 #
It's irony that the Electro AX which is an SLR and was more expensive than the Electro 35 a fixed lens rangefinder but today due to the cult following the Electro 35 would fetch more money than the AX.
Jun 2, 2019 17:52:11 #
Joe D wrote:
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Do not throw the Brownie out.
These have an interest value in small museums or collectors. No not valuable dollar wise but I, for one, love these cameras. Put on Craig's List as free if you want, someone will definitely want it.
Jun 2, 2019 17:52:40 #
It will have value to a collector, but not in the sense of a lot of money. I bought a Kodak like that in a junk shop for $10, for nostalgia sake and I like it. Don't throw it away, put it in a thrift shop for someone else to find. Like an easter egg.
Jun 2, 2019 17:53:21 #
Oh, I think as a photographer, those cameras represent a precious part of history that I would want to preserve on my shelf. I think they are great!!
Jun 2, 2019 17:55:33 #
Don Craig wrote:
It will have value to a collector, but not in the sense of a lot of money. I bought a Kodak like that in a junk shop for $10, for nostalgia sake and I like it. Don't throw it away, put it in a thrift shop for someone else to find. Like an easter egg.
Jun 2, 2019 18:11:45 #
SteveFranz
Loc: Durham, NC
I bought an old box camera for $1.00. Took it home, dismantled & cleaned it. Put some B&W film in it and started shooting. One of the pictures was of my son - the only reason he consented to letting me take his picture was because he didn't expect it to turn out. Developed & printed in my home darkroom. Sadly, that was the last picture ever of my son. He was hit by a careless driver running a stop sign a few weeks later. I used that picture for his memorial service.
So, even though the camera may be old, it can still have value.
So, even though the camera may be old, it can still have value.
Jun 2, 2019 18:23:17 #
"One never knows, do one." Fats Waller How sad for you. My sympathy.
Jun 2, 2019 18:38:34 #
Joe D wrote:
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I love using the old cameras as decoration in my office. None of mine work but I LOVE them!
Jun 2, 2019 18:39:00 #
deer2ker wrote:
I love using the old cameras as decoration in my office. None of mine work but I LOVE them!
Send them to me if you don't want it! lol
Jun 2, 2019 18:55:20 #
ialvarez50
Thank you for your reply..
I can certainly understand. I also have a Mamiya/Sekor 1000 DTL that I took a lot of slides with when I was in the Navy many years ago. But with the advent of digital cameras I have not used it for years . Personally I could never go back to a film camera.
JoeD
Thank you for your reply..
I can certainly understand. I also have a Mamiya/Sekor 1000 DTL that I took a lot of slides with when I was in the Navy many years ago. But with the advent of digital cameras I have not used it for years . Personally I could never go back to a film camera.
JoeD
Jun 2, 2019 18:59:36 #
Thank you all for your replies. I will try to fine a home for the old Kodak Brownie.
Jun 3, 2019 05:44:52 #
Dan Mc
Loc: NM
One of our neighbors does photo shoots for aspiring models...does it free. He found a box of about 15 old cameras in a junk shop and paid $10 for the lot (none work and some are rusty!!) He uses them as background props...maybe you can find such a person or donate to a local camera club.
Jun 3, 2019 07:20:54 #
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