plaidshirts Posted February 19, 2020 Share #21 Â Posted February 19, 2020 Advertisement (gone after registration) On 2/18/2020 at 1:49 AM, jaapv said: If you get one that is not corroded after all these years it is unlikely that it will go wrong. That's my understanding. My TTLÂ from 1995 is still clean. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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sls Posted February 19, 2020 Share #22  Posted February 19, 2020 2 hours ago, AceVentura1986 said: Thanks. Am going to wait till my credit comes through for the purchase. If it’s still there I’ll call Josh and go in and see it as I live only a 10 minute drive from there. The issue was with the paint, not the use, I recently saw a black M6 TTL that had terrible bubbles, but not the owner's fault. I was discounted about $400. My son's black M6 TTL looks like it's just come out of the box. The m9 CCD sensor issue could result in marks on the image (depending on aperture used), this paint thing is purely cosmetic. I agree, you did the right thing to send it back. I had an M7, the batteries lasted for ages, no problem with it, ever. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
drwatson1234 Posted February 19, 2020 Share #23  Posted February 19, 2020 I think the M6TTL Millennium editions might be a possible solution for you, albeit at a premium price point.  It has the brass top plate & black paint. They made only 2000 of the original Millennium editions, but then made a lot more of the area specific specialty models (ICS, Dragon, LHSA, etc.) Other than the original 2000, and the LHSA (both of which command a bigger premium), the other versions may not have too significant of a premium above a 'Mint M6TTL'.  Best Regards!  Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
otto.f Posted February 19, 2020 Share #24  Posted February 19, 2020 (edited) On 2/17/2020 at 2:50 AM, AceVentura1986 said: Should I keep the camera or return it and keep looking? Depends on whether you paid a ‘mint’ price for just a ‘very good’ camera. Depends on whether it is a user camera for you or  a camera you might want to sell in the future For an M6TTL I would check the contrast of the rangefinder and if it is prone to flare. Personally I found the TTL the best M6 ever because of the shutter dial not only because of its size but more because of the right direction up and down: same as the aperture ring. Edited February 19, 2020 by otto.f Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
andrew01 Posted February 19, 2020 Share #25  Posted February 19, 2020 I prefer the M6 classic myself.  I have had both, but now only have the classic. I don’t think the shutter dial size is much of an issue, as I tend to use the camera in ‘shutter priority’ mode.  I set a speed that is about right and fine tune the aperture while looking through the finder.  I like the proportions of the classic better.  The 3-led display in the TTL is better but not a show stopper.  Apparently the TTLs are known for faster battery drain, but I did not have the TTL long enough to confirm.  My M6 is black chrome and well used.  It shows no bubbling on the finish.  I don’t think I could put up with that, it’s the equivalent of driving a rusty car. 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steven Seven Posted February 22, 2020 Share #26 Â Posted February 22, 2020 How long does a battery last in M6 TTL? I am too new to film Leicas and don't know what to expect. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
andrew01 Posted February 22, 2020 Share #27  Posted February 22, 2020 Advertisement (gone after registration) Its been  many years since I had my M6 TTL and I don't remember any battery drain problems on mine. I wouldn’t be happy with anything less than battery life of a year in a film camera where two1.5 silver oxide batteries are used to run the light meter. Obviously it depends how much the camera is being used.  My experience with Nikon F3’s is that the batteries last 2-3 years, but this camera is very energy efficient (tiny LCD instead of LEDS in the viewfinder). Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob L Posted February 27, 2020 Share #28 Â Posted February 27, 2020 FYI - there are two very nice M6TTLs on the FM boards. One chrome and one black. Overpriced, but the the same seller has an M3 and M6 Classic, all four way too high, but If you keep an eye on them, they may come down. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
wattsy Posted February 27, 2020 Share #29  Posted February 27, 2020 (edited) On 2/22/2020 at 6:19 PM, Steven Seven said: How long does a battery last in M6 TTL? I am too new to film Leicas and don't know what to expect. It largely depends upon how often you use the metering but a battery could easily last a year or more in my experience. In fact, bearing in mind the age profile of many Leica owners and the low number of films some of them might get through, I wouldn't be at all surprised if some people have died before their M6 battery. Edited February 27, 2020 by wattsy Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
plasticman Posted February 28, 2020 Share #30  Posted February 28, 2020 On 2/19/2020 at 9:36 PM, andrew01 said: Apparently the TTLs are known for faster battery drain, but I did not have the TTL long enough to confirm. I’m an intermittent user of my M6 TTL - sometimes using it intensively, while at other times it sits on the shelf for a few months. I haven’t changed the batteries for maybe 5 or 6 years. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matlock Posted February 28, 2020 Share #31 Â Posted February 28, 2020 I bought my M6TTL in 2001 and have only changed battery once. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
AceVentura1986 Posted March 2, 2020 Author Share #32  Posted March 2, 2020 Well, eBay states the seller refunded my purchase price. The refund isn’t yet reflected in my credit card but given that it was effected only a little while ago and 1/2 way around the world, I’ll assume for now it’s just a timing issue. On another note, I’ve broken out my old Canon A1 and have been shooting that instead. Before I pony up for another M6, I think I’ll shoot this for a bit and see how well I take to film. 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
mediumformula Posted March 5, 2020 Share #33  Posted March 5, 2020 On 3/2/2020 at 6:45 AM, AceVentura1986 said: Well, eBay states the seller refunded my purchase price. The refund isn’t yet reflected in my credit card but given that it was effected only a little while ago and 1/2 way around the world, I’ll assume for now it’s just a timing issue. On another note, I’ve broken out my old Canon A1 and have been shooting that instead. Before I pony up for another M6, I think I’ll shoot this for a bit and see how well I take to film. Canon A1 is an amazing camera. I have an AE-1 and and F1(new). 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
AceVentura1986 Posted March 6, 2020 Author Share #34  Posted March 6, 2020 (edited) 23 hours ago, mediumformula said: Canon A1 is an amazing camera. I have an AE-1 and and F1(new). Been enjoying it but going back to a manual focus SLR is certainly an experience after shooting rangefinders for years. For those wondering, my A1 is mated to  Canon 50mm f1.4. Edited March 6, 2020 by AceVentura1986 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Topsy Posted March 6, 2020 Share #35  Posted March 6, 2020 1 hour ago, AceVentura1986 said: Been enjoying it but going back to a manual focus SLR is certainly an experience after shooting rangefinders for years. For those wondering, my A1 is mated to  Canon 50mm f1.4. I am finding focusing difficult with my F1n but not with my M cameras. I need reading glasses and I am surmising it is because with an SLR you are focusing on a screen in the pentaprism but with a rangefinder you are lining up straight lines that are in the distance because when I contort myself to see the split screen on the Canon when wearing glasses it is easier. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
mediumformula Posted March 7, 2020 Share #36  Posted March 7, 2020 11 hours ago, AceVentura1986 said: Been enjoying it but going back to a manual focus SLR is certainly an experience after shooting rangefinders for years. For those wondering, my A1 is mated to  Canon 50mm f1.4. I've heard the 1.4 is really good. I used the 50mm 1.8 for years and recently upgraded to the FD mount 50mm 1.2L. It's fantastic. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
AceVentura1986 Posted March 7, 2020 Author Share #37  Posted March 7, 2020 20 hours ago, Topsy said: I am finding focusing difficult with my F1n but not with my M cameras. I need reading glasses and I am surmising it is because with an SLR you are focusing on a screen in the pentaprism but with a rangefinder you are lining up straight lines that are in the distance because when I contort myself to see the split screen on the Canon when wearing glasses it is easier. Yes, the split image seems much more objective and easier to focus, IMHO. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
AceVentura1986 Posted March 7, 2020 Author Share #38  Posted March 7, 2020 On 3/5/2020 at 10:58 AM, mediumformula said: Canon A1 is an amazing camera. I have an AE-1 and and F1(new). Interesting because I also have an AE1 as well. I bought the A1 for myself and the AE1 for my daughter years ago when she was in art school, but have never shot it. Owing to her moving a few times during college and afterwards, I ended up with both cameras sitting on my office shelf for years. Which do you prefer, the A1 or the AE1? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
mediumformula Posted March 7, 2020 Share #39  Posted March 7, 2020 The A1 has aperture priority. Other than that they are mostly the same. If you really like the FD mount Canons, look into getting an F1 or F1n. They are more "mechanical" and premium feeling, like a Leica. They have brass bodies as well.  The AE1 is still great though cause it's much lighter than the F1. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Topsy Posted March 7, 2020 Share #40  Posted March 7, 2020 22 minutes ago, mediumformula said: The A1 has aperture priority. Other than that they are mostly the same. If you really like the FD mount Canons, look into getting an F1 or F1n. They are more "mechanical" and premium feeling, like a Leica. They have brass bodies as well.  The AE1 is still great though cause it's much lighter than the F1. F1n is a solid SLR, here's mine that I've had since new in the 1980s (can't remember exactly but I think 1982/3) with 35mm f2.8 ironically a focal length I rarely used back then but use it most now. Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members!  1 1 Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members!  ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/306528-new-m6ttl/?do=findComment&comment=3926803'>More sharing options...
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