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The M6 provides TTL exposure measurement but, unlike the unsuccessful [[Leica M5|M5]], does so within the 'classic' [[Leica M3|M3]] body size. Although having the same dimensions as the M3, the M6 was subtly restyled. The viewfinder includes a 3-segment LED exposure display. Like the M5, exposure measurement uses a swing out exposure cell behind the lens which means that some earlier collapsible lenses should not be used.
 
The M6 provides TTL exposure measurement but, unlike the unsuccessful [[Leica M5|M5]], does so within the 'classic' [[Leica M3|M3]] body size. Although having the same dimensions as the M3, the M6 was subtly restyled. The viewfinder includes a 3-segment LED exposure display. Like the M5, exposure measurement uses a swing out exposure cell behind the lens which means that some earlier collapsible lenses should not be used.
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==M6 J==
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The '''Leica M6J''' is a limited edition version released in 1994. It offers a different viewfinder magnification of 0.85 compared to the more common 0.72x on the standard M6.
  
 
==M6 TTL==
 
==M6 TTL==
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Introduced in 1998, the M6 TTL also provides TTL flash. There are variations with 0.72, 0.85 and 0.58 viewfinder magnifications.
 
Introduced in 1998, the M6 TTL also provides TTL flash. There are variations with 0.72, 0.85 and 0.58 viewfinder magnifications.
  
=== Specifications ===
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== Specifications ==
 
* Viewfinder: 0.72× and 0.85×
 
* Viewfinder: 0.72× and 0.85×
 
* Framelines: 0.72× (28-90, 35-135, 50-75), 0.85× (35-135, 50-75, 90)
 
* Framelines: 0.72× (28-90, 35-135, 50-75), 0.85× (35-135, 50-75, 90)

Revision as of 16:59, 7 January 2013

The Leica M6 is a 35mm film rangefinder camera produced by Leitz in 1984. It is part of the Leica M-series rangefinder camera system originating with the Leica M3. It is the first advanced progression of the M series model number since the Leica M5 in 1971.

The M6 provides TTL exposure measurement but, unlike the unsuccessful M5, does so within the 'classic' M3 body size. Although having the same dimensions as the M3, the M6 was subtly restyled. The viewfinder includes a 3-segment LED exposure display. Like the M5, exposure measurement uses a swing out exposure cell behind the lens which means that some earlier collapsible lenses should not be used.

M6 J

The Leica M6J is a limited edition version released in 1994. It offers a different viewfinder magnification of 0.85 compared to the more common 0.72x on the standard M6.

M6 TTL

Introduced in 1998, the M6 TTL also provides TTL flash. There are variations with 0.72, 0.85 and 0.58 viewfinder magnifications.

Specifications

  • Viewfinder: 0.72× and 0.85×
  • Framelines: 0.72× (28-90, 35-135, 50-75), 0.85× (35-135, 50-75, 90)
  • Shutter speeds: 1 - 1/1000 second plus 'B'
  • Film speed: ISO 6–6400
  • Power supply to exposure meter: 2 silver oxide button cells (type SR44) or 1 lithium battery (1/3 N)



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