LEICA

Brand relaunched its iconic Leica M6 camera

Leica has re-released its iconic Leica M6 camera 38 years after it first hit the market in 1984. While it retains the same general look and feel as the original Leica M6, the updated version has a number of updated features.

During the 18 years of production, Leica produced around 175,000 Leica M6 cameras in various versions. Some pre-owned models still fetch significant prices and remain among the most sought-after cameras in the world of film photography, in part because of the Leica brand and name history and in part because these cameras are proven to be powerful.

The updated Leica M6 incorporates some of the technology from the Leica MP film camera, staying true to the design of the M6.

The compact camera features an MP-style anti-glare viewfinder with 0.72x magnification from the MP model and a solid brass construction with LED exposure meter, center pointer and battery indicator.

The updated camera uses the same rear ISO dial and has "state-of-the-art electronics". At the same time, the manufacturer does not specify what exactly has changed in the electronics compared to the original M6 models.

The dimensions of the new Leica M6 remain identical to the original, but the black anodized finish and synthetic leather upholstery now match the durable black paintwork and textured upholstery of the M11, Leica said in the announcement.

The plastic side protectors are also gone, allowing for a more modern design.

Other changes include a red dot logo that reads "Leitz" instead of "Leica", as well as packaging and documents designed similarly to those used on the original M6. There is also a leather strap with Leica lettering.

The updated M6 is available to pre-order for $5,295. It will initially be available in black and each piece will be handmade in Germany. Leica notes that "supplies will be extremely limited for many months".

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