Leica M6 – icon of analogue photography
The legendary Leica M6 is an icon. Intuitive, compact and discreet, it allows you to get up close to the action – and to real emotions. Since 1984, it has been the camera of choice for many of the world's best photographers, who have used it to create countless iconic images.
The rangefinder – The heart of every Leica M camera
The rangefinder is the heart of every Leica M camera. The view it provides is exceptionally bright with excellent contrast, and it lets you see beyond the actual frame of your final image. This gives you a wider view of the scene and puts you in full control over focus and exposure. The M6 uses a mechanical rangefinder with 0.72x viewfinder magnification, handcrafted from over 100 individual parts. Aperture and exposure time can be precisely determined thanks to selective exposure metering through the lens, the light balance is displayed in the lower part of the viewfinder. Focusing is done using a superimposed image method or split image method. Both are ideal for focusing quickly with extreme precision, even in poor lighting conditions.
Always ready for the decisive moment
See more, react better. The rangefinder technology in the M6 lets you see beyond the picture frame, so you can assess the exact right moment to release the shutter. Illuminated framelines highlight the image field for six focal lengths, arranged in pairs for 28 and 90 mm, 35 and 135 mm, as well as 50 and 75 mm. After attaching a lens, the corresponding focal length automatically appears in the viewfinder as framelines. In addition, all other framelines can be displayed in the rangefinder using the field selector. This allows you to select the appropriate focal length for your subject before releasing the shutter – and to capture your image at the decisive moment.