Capturing the Decisive Moment
The Leica M6 is one of the most iconic rangefinder cameras ever made. Combining precise mechanics with legendary Leica optics, it became the choice of countless professional photographers and artists. Its quiet operation and compact form made it perfect for street photography and photojournalism.
Sample Images
Leica M6 Cinestill 800t 35mm F1.4 Iso 800 1125s Tungsten Ha
Leica M6 Ferrania P30 50mm F2 Iso 80 1200s Dense Glossy Bla
Leica M6 Fujifilm Pro 400h 35mm F2.8 Iso 400 1200s Pastel G
Leica M6 Fujifilm Pro 400h 40mm F2.8 Iso 400 1250s Pastel G
Leica M6 Fujifilm Pro 400h 40mm F2.8 Iso 400 1250s Pastel G
Leica M6 Ilford Delta 100 50mm F5.6 Iso 100 1200s Ultra Fin
Leica M6 Ilford Hp5 35mm F2.8 Iso 400 1200s Bold Grain Stru
Leica M6 Ilford Panf 50 35mm F8 Iso 50 1125s Extremely Fine
Leica M6 Ilford Panf 50 35mm F8 Iso 50 1125s Extremely Fine
Leica M6 Kodak Ektar 100 50mm F4 Iso 100 1500s Saturated Re
Leica M6 Kodak Ektar 100 50mm F4 Iso 100 1500s Saturated Re
Leica M6 Kodak Ektar 100 50mm F4 Iso 100 1500s Saturated Re
Leica M6 Kodak Portra 400 35mm F2 Iso 400 1250s Warm Pastel
Leica M6 Kodak Tri X 400 28mm F4 Iso 400 1320s Coarse Gritt
Technical Specifications
Everything you need to know about the Leica M6
Type
35mm Rangefinder Film Camera
Weight
560g (body only)
Shutter
Mechanical, 1-1/1000s + B
Metering
Center-weighted TTL
Released
1984
Dimensions
138 x 77 x 38mm
Film Speed
ISO 6-6400
Flash Sync
1/50s
Lens Mount
Leica M bayonet
Viewfinder
Brightline rangefinder, 0.72x