Market Digest: April 25, 2025
Market trends and Leica sales from the past week
Market trends and Leica sales from the past week
Over the past week, we analyzed 44 Leica camera sales across popular reseller platforms. For a cool visual representation of our growing database, check out Summimarket.com.
Let's dive into what's happening on the market.
Q Series
- Price range: $5,875-9,544
- Sweet spot: $6,150 (like-new examples)
- Market stabilizing with consistent demand
- Standard models: $3,200-3,450
- High price variability, with sales ranging from $1,400-3,400
- Value add: Extra batteries and accessories ($200-300)
- Standard range: $1,800-2,400
- Recent sales showing 9.9% price increase from historical average
- Value packages: $2,400 (with extras like additional batteries and handgrips)
Digital M Series
- Current pricing: $6,100-7,850
- Two-week trend: Stable with slight upward movement
- Sweet spot: $6,800 for excellent condition units
- Standard M10: $3,750-4,200 (showing 15.2% decrease from historical average)
- Currently represents excellent buying opportunity
- M10 Monochrom: Holding steady at $5,400-5,800
Film M Series
- Showing strongest appreciation at +40.8% over historical average
- Recent sales averaging $4,300
- Premium variants commanding significantly higher prices
Classic Bodies:
- M4-P: Consistent demand with 32.2% increase from historical average
- M3: $1,800-2,500 (condition-dependent)
- M2: $900-9,154 (exceptional price variability depending on condition and variant)
SL System
SL Series:
- SL2: Averaging $2,250 (17.9% below historical average)
- Original SL: Finding its floor around $1,350-1,500
Hidden Market Trends
1. The Vintage Film Renaissance Continues
Film bodies continue their upward momentum, with the M6 leading the charge with a 40.8% premium over historical averages. The M4 is close behind with a 32.2% increase. This sustained interest suggests the film photography renaissance is more than just a passing trend.
2. Digital M Price Correction
While the M11 remains stable, the M10 is experiencing a notable 15.2% price decrease from historical averages. This represents an excellent entry point for photographers looking to enter the digital M ecosystem without the premium of the latest model.
While you're waiting for next week's listings, here are some of this week's finds:
Three cameras to peruse:
Leica M6 with Summicron-M 35mm f/2 ASPH
The M6 shows the strongest market momentum of any Leica model right now, with a 40.8% price increase over historical averages. Recent sales are averaging $2,980. This listing is posted as a kit with a 35mm Summicron f/2 lens in excellent condition. Used prices for this lens typically range between $2,500 and $ 3,500, depending on condition.
Find this kit on eBay for $5,500
Leica M10-P
With a 36% price decrease from historical averages, the M10-P represents excellent value for a modern digital M. Recent sales are averaging $5,099. As newer models have been released, this camera now offers an excellent entry point to digital M photography without compromising image quality.
Posted on Fred Miranda for $5,200
Leica Q2
This camera is in great condition and comes with all original packaging, box, and accessories. Recent sales data show standard models stabilizing in the $3,200-3,450 range.
Find it on r/photomarket for $3,300 obo
Have a cool camera you’d like featured or one you’re searching for? Let us know!
See you next week.
Your friends behind the lens,
Summimarket
