Martin T-M Posted February 3, 2023 Share #1 Posted February 3, 2023 Advertisement (gone after registration) Your answer please 🙂 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Advertisement Posted February 3, 2023 Posted February 3, 2023 Hi Martin T-M, Take a look here New M6 vs the classic one...and the best is?. I'm sure you'll find what you were looking for!
Huss Posted February 3, 2023 Share #2 Posted February 3, 2023 whichever one doesn't scratch film 3 2 11 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
david strachan Posted February 3, 2023 Share #3 Posted February 3, 2023 I already have a very nice M6, so I wouldn't think of a very less than minor upgrade. However I can see modern manufacturing might make for better longevity (solders components etc)..but it might not. If my M6 carks it...I'll cross that bridge later. ... 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crem Posted February 3, 2023 Share #4 Posted February 3, 2023 The new one for sure assuming you ignore cost. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jewl Posted February 3, 2023 Share #5 Posted February 3, 2023 The new one due to the longevity aspect as mentioned above and also as I'd like to have extended warranty for at least 3 years. Maybe also the brass top/bottom plate and the new black paint from the M11 might be more appealing or differently. Great companion to my M11 😉 But yes, from a cost perspective it is not very reasonable if you just compare "new" features. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
pegelli Posted February 3, 2023 Share #6 Posted February 3, 2023 "Best" doesn't exist in isolation. Only after you have determined your criteria you can decide which one comes closest to meeting your criteria and then that one is better than the other and might be the "best" of the two. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
espelt Posted February 3, 2023 Share #7 Posted February 3, 2023 Advertisement (gone after registration) It's best if you even have one... I have the original. For a long time and at a price...😁 Nobody wanted her back then. Unfortunately no direct comparison. But currently I will not need a new M6. Mine works great, has an MP viewfinder and will probably outlive me. I'm not worried about the exposure meter either. Even a failure would not drive me to the new version. Then it just works like an M4. 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! 2 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/364839-new-m6-vs-the-classic-oneand-the-best-is/?do=findComment&comment=4669805'>More sharing options...
TomB_tx Posted February 3, 2023 Share #8 Posted February 3, 2023 I expect they are equal, although the better VF of the new ones is a plus. I bought my M6 in 1985, and the zinc top plate is still flawless, and the black chrome has held up better than paint. ( I also have other black chrome models that are fine.) Several years ago I left batteries in it while stored, and the leakage damaged the circuit board and also the nearby shutter. But back then Gus Lazzari could still get the parts to fix it during a repair service. Later, after I was using an M9, I had the M6 VF updated, so it is pretty equivalent to the new model. I just shot a roll a couple weeks ago and really enjoyed using it again. I usually choose it instead of my M2,3,4,5... If I needed another I wouldn't hesitate to get one of the new ones. I'm sure the reported film scratching is rare, and as we had to fix that issue on some new cameras in our college camera club back in the 1960s, I'm sure I could find and fix it if it happened to me. If you stop a test roll after a few frames, open the back and look for the start/end of the scratching in place you can usually figure out what's causing it. I still have a small black Arkansas stone we used to use to dress any pressure plate imperfections. 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
earleygallery Posted February 3, 2023 Share #9 Posted February 3, 2023 (edited) The new one is going to be 'better' as a user camera simply because it's new (new components so should be longer lasting, more accurate shutter/meter, upgraded viewfinder, brass construction etc.). However a faulty new M6 is obviously worse than a perfect old M6. Put 2 cameras on in front of you, the old and new, both working fine, which would you take? Edited February 3, 2023 by earleygallery Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anbaric Posted February 3, 2023 Share #10 Posted February 3, 2023 The old one, because #ZincIsReal. And if I say that often enough on Twitter and make a YouTube video about 'Authenticity and the Leica', shot around some hipster coffee bars and vinyl record shops in Shoreditch, London, I reckon I can boost the price of mine by another 50%. 1 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fotoklaus Posted February 3, 2023 Share #11 Posted February 3, 2023 vor 14 Minuten schrieb earleygallery: The new one is going to be 'better' as a user camera simply because it's new (new components so should be longer lasting, more accurate shutter/meter, upgraded viewfinder, brass construction etc.). However a faulty new M6 is obviously worse than a perfect old M6. Put 2 cameras on in front of you, the old and new, both working fine, which would you take? "Brass contsruction"... the Top Plate might be made out of brass, the rest is exactly thes same, in my opinion. The last real "chrome and brass" M is the M4. The M4-2 was the first with new steel gears (winder-proof) and new component design, which transfers up till now. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
rpsawin Posted February 7, 2023 Share #12 Posted February 7, 2023 As the old Crosby, Stills & Nash song says "Love the one your with"... 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldwino Posted February 8, 2023 Share #13 Posted February 8, 2023 On 2/3/2023 at 8:15 AM, Fotoklaus said: "Brass contsruction"... the Top Plate might be made out of brass, the rest is exactly thes same, in my opinion. The last real "chrome and brass" M is the M4. The M4-2 was the first with new steel gears (winder-proof) and new component design, which transfers up till now. M5? 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Ricoh Posted February 10, 2023 Share #14 Posted February 10, 2023 My zinc M6 designed for maritime operation (the top plate is sacrificial). It’s one clever design, you have to acknowledge. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Topsy Posted February 10, 2023 Share #15 Posted February 10, 2023 The bubling of paint isn't exclusive to Zinc Top PLates, one of my M9s has it bad and the paint flakes off really easily. 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! 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/364839-new-m6-vs-the-classic-oneand-the-best-is/?do=findComment&comment=4680472'>More sharing options...
SJH Posted February 11, 2023 Share #16 Posted February 11, 2023 I’ve had the old (my first Leica was an M6 TTL .85 bought for £1,500 7 years ago) but the new one every day - warranty, brass, better viewfinder and the price isn’t vastly different from a mint ‘old’ M6. Lovely details with the new type strap, same styled box. goes great with my M11 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anbaric Posted February 13, 2023 Share #17 Posted February 13, 2023 Anbaric> Which is better - the original Leica M6, or the new version released in 2022? ChatGPT> Both the original Leica M6 and the newer version have their own unique features and advantages. The original Leica M6, which was first introduced in 1984, is a classic film camera that has a reputation for its solid build quality, intuitive controls, and exceptional image quality. Many photographers appreciate its classic design and the tactile experience of using a manual film camera. On the other hand, the new version of the Leica M6 that was released in 2022 is a digital camera that offers a number of benefits over its film counterpart. For example, it has a full-frame digital sensor that provides higher resolution images and improved low-light performance. It also has a number of advanced features such as autofocus, which can be very useful for certain types of photography. Ultimately, the choice between the original Leica M6 and the newer version will depend on a number of factors, including personal preference, shooting style, and intended use. If you prefer the classic aesthetic and tactile experience of a film camera, the original M6 might be the right choice for you. If you require the advanced features and convenience of a digital camera, the new version might be a better fit. 4 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
logan2z Posted February 13, 2023 Share #18 Posted February 13, 2023 22 minutes ago, Anbaric said: Anbaric> Which is better - the original Leica M6, or the new version released in 2022? ChatGPT> Both the original Leica M6 and the newer version have their own unique features and advantages. The original Leica M6, which was first introduced in 1984, is a classic film camera that has a reputation for its solid build quality, intuitive controls, and exceptional image quality. Many photographers appreciate its classic design and the tactile experience of using a manual film camera. On the other hand, the new version of the Leica M6 that was released in 2022 is a digital camera that offers a number of benefits over its film counterpart. For example, it has a full-frame digital sensor that provides higher resolution images and improved low-light performance. It also has a number of advanced features such as autofocus, which can be very useful for certain types of photography. Ultimately, the choice between the original Leica M6 and the newer version will depend on a number of factors, including personal preference, shooting style, and intended use. If you prefer the classic aesthetic and tactile experience of a film camera, the original M6 might be the right choice for you. If you require the advanced features and convenience of a digital camera, the new version might be a better fit. ChatGPT, state of the art Artificial Ignorance 😀 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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