The iconic metered mechanical Leica rangefinder from 1984, the most sought-after film camera with legendary M-mount compatibility.
The Leica M6 (Classic) is a fully mechanical 35mm film rangefinder camera from Leica, produced from 1984 to 2002. One of the most significant Leica M cameras — a refined, highly reliable body with TTL metering. The 'Classic' designation refers to the original non-TTL flash version. Leica M mount.
35mm film rangefinder. Leica M bayonet mount. TTL centre-weighted metering. Mechanical cloth focal-plane shutter 1s to 1/1000s plus bulb. Battery-independent mechanical operation. At approximately 560g. Leica M mount.
The Leica M6 was the dominant Leica M film camera for nearly two decades — a mature refinement of the M system with built-in TTL metering added to the fully mechanical design. The battery is only required for the metering circuit; the shutter is fully mechanical and operates without power. Compatible with all Leica M and M-mount lenses.
On the used market the Leica M6 (Classic) is a premium collectible film camera. Condition checks: rangefinder calibration and clarity, shutter at all speeds, TTL metering accuracy, leatherette condition. Leica M mount — all M-mount lenses compatible.