The Leica M6 is one of Leica's most popular cameras. The original M6 was made between 1984 and 2002, this rangefinder was Leica's most advanced camera at the time. Fast forward to 2022 and Leica has "reissued" the popular M6 camera.
The Leica M6 from 2022 relies on a modern version of the Leica M rangefinder with a 0.72x magnification. Furthermore, all of its optical surfaces are now coated and thus less sensitive to stray light. The light meter in the latest M6 now shows the correct exposure via a red dot in addition to the two arrow symbols originally used. Additionally, it is equipped with a battery warning indicator. The top cover has also been redesigned: while the cover of the preceding model was made of diecast zinc, it is now milled from solid brass and enhanced with an abrasion-resistant black lacquer. The exposure meter in the M6 measures light via a brightened area on the mechanically controlled cloth shutter. Like the original from 1984, the new edition of the M6 is also adorned with the red Leitz logo.
The M6 remains true to itself and preserves all other typical character traits such as the slanted rewind crank for the film. Handmade in Germany, it is an extremely reliable companion for all those who appreciate the lasting and contemplative nature of analog photography.
"Messsucher", the "M" in the Leica M System, is a term describing the combination of rangefinder and viewfinder. True to the M legacy, the M6 maintains the form, control placement, and durability of its predecessors. Through a bright viewfinder the photographer can approach subjects with greater context and manual focusing flexibility. Without the finder blackout of traditional SLR cameras, shooting with the M6 allows users not only to capture the precise moment, but to truly experience it as well. Powerful yet highly portable, the Leica M6 is a precise photographic tool designed for discerning photographers and imaging professionals everywhere.
Some top features of the M6 (2022) are:
- 35 mm film format
- New light metering with battery warnng
- Quiet rubberized mechanical shutter
- Shutter speeds 1/1000 - bulb
- M mount with TTL
- Solid brass top plate
- 0.72x finder with coated glass surfaces
- Weight 575 g
- Made in Germany
Item Specifics
Leica product code 10557
S/N 5710456
This particular M6 (2022) is super clean and looks as if it were never used. The rubberized mechanical shutter has a nice soft click. The viewfinder is clear and bright. The cladding shows no wear. The film compartment is very clean and the shutter curtain is in excellent condition. Overall, this camera is in excellent condition.
Item includes
The M6 body with body cap, original box, instructions, neck strap, and extra battery cover.
Warranty
Leica remainder warranty until 9-6-2026
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