The Leica M6 - Best Film Photography Camera?

[@mjbxxv]

No, actually „ TTL version“ refers only to FLASH TTL metering. That’s it. Nothing more. Hence the lightning bolt logo beside the letters TTL. All M6‘s have TTL metering regardless if it is classic non-TTL, TTL or the 0.58 or 0.85 variants.

[@Jakechams]

My mistake! You are totally correct.

[@justinlaturno]

dude that intro was incredible! Your range-finder explanation edit was sick too, great video!

[@Jakechams]

Glad you liked it!!!! Thanks for watching, means a lot to me

[@Narsuitus]

The M6 is the best 35mm film rangefinder for me. Before my M6, I shot Argus C3, Minolta, Canon, and Contax 35mm rangefinder cameras. Today, I shoot 21/35/90mm lenses on my Leica M6 classic.

[@AquaHorti]

When using a film camera, to prevent film loss caused by inaccurate sensitivity, I typically employ a light meter for precise metering. The VBR-PHO metering device would be an excellent choice as it ensures effective and accurate metering, enabling you to capture exceptional photographs.

[@barrymckeown6822]

Enjoyed your video. Just to clarify: the ttl of your version refers to TTL flash only as all M6s meter through the lens

[@ronwolfept]

Was gonna mention the same.

[@Jakechams]

You're 100% correct. Mis-spoke in the video. thanks for the clarification!

[@21monking]

Such a solid video! Loved the extra things you added like visuals of the rangefinder patch and the metering symbols. And great photos as well!

[@Jakechams]

Thank you so much! I really tried to makes sure ppl understood what I was saying, so its nice to hear this. Glad you enjoyed it!

[@HunterPanoch]

I've only had the privilege of using a Leica once while doing a study abroad short film in Germany, and while it was digital it was- unqiue. I got to shot our crew portraits on the monochrome black and white Leica and WOW that was an experience, such a crazy unique/cool camera. Can't imagine anyone else making a camera like that.

[@Jakechams]

Love this so much! Never had used a monochrome camera but I would love to try one out!

[@jeremykrauze4339]

It really is such a special camera and truthfully one of the most rewarding cameras to shoot on. The whole process is very therapeutic feeling. Love the video and the photos you captured. Keep up the awesome work!

[@Jakechams]

I couldn't agree more. Thank you so much for the kind words and watching the video. Means a lot to me!

[@benzuckerphotos]

Beautiful camera, beautiful video! Thank you for sharing dude! Can’t imagine the work that goes into making visually pleasing/seamingly candid footage on top of actually taking photos. The work doesn’t go un noticed

[@Jakechams]

Yoooo this means more than you know. Thank you so much. Been putting so much effort into these so comments like this means a lot.

[@benjhaisch]

Love this, my guy!

[@Jakechams]

You da best

[@carringtonvisuals2983]

Dope video! I don’t think your M6 is underexposing your pics, I think it might be the way you’re used to shooting. You’re probably trying to shoot it like your M11 that has metering similar to other mirrorless cameras. The M6 uses more of a spot meter, so when you half press the shutter, it meters for what’s directly in the center, and looking at your examples, they were all the sky, or the brightest part of the image. I half press at the ground usually (or whatever I want to expose for) to offset this, and then focus. It’s weird, but it works. I do this on both my M10 and M6. It’s easier to see on a M10 because you can get immediate feedback using live view.

[@Jakechams]

Thanks for your insight! I'll definitely give your technique a try and see if it improves my exposure. Appreciate the tip!

[@dankim3950]

That’s a great tip!!

[@TheWutangclan1995]

Believe it or not. There are some Leica lens out there that are affordable that won’t feel like breaking the bank. The 50mm Elmar, 35mm Summaron goggled 2.8 or 3.5, and the 28mm Elmarit V3. All of them are under 1k and even though it may cost a premium when third parties are cheaper, it’s a nice way to have a Leica lens when you can’t afford the newer lenses. I’ve shot with the 35mm Summaron for years and there’s a vintage feel and warmth to the images that looks nostalgic. For black and white, it is incredible.

[@Hektormydog]

Having used many M-series cameras over the years it is a bit odd how the M6 has taken on its status. I’d bought one when they were first introduced and thought ‘great!, an M4 with a meter,’ which I soon found out was not the case. Not that it was a bad camera, it’s just that various design and build decisions made it ‘lesser’ than those earlier M-series cameras. Mine came with a hot-shoe flash connection problem (fixed), and then in 15-years of use the RF ‘white-out’ problem was always a work around (can be fixed with an added RF condenser lens they eliminated for cost-cutting). Had my film advance counter freeze because of the plastic dial instead of the metal (fixed). The finish; cheaper to produce zinc top instead of brass which had that bubbling on some in the years, and the cheaper camera covering than the classic vulcanite. Not a bad camera at all, but there are cameras that are for me more desirable; any M2/M3/M4 if you can do without a meter, even the M5 for its features/design, the new M6/MP, and of course if you’re not using M-series there are a load of great film era SLRs, Nikon RF, and TLM Japan RF cameras. I’m a bit amazed at the premium prices these M6 are going for now. A good camera for sure, but the “Best film Photography Camera” is a bit of a stretch for me.

[@Jakechams]

Thanks for sharing your thoughts and experiences with the M6! It's always interesting to hear different perspectives on camera models and how they compare to their predecessors.

[@fog3l]

lightmeters expose for middle gray, your pictures came underexposed because you metered for snow and for the white dog, so the camera wanted to make the dog and snow gray. you have to compensate for that. i think theres a section about that in every film cameras manual, even in the leicas manual

[@michaelrice2993]

Well, I just ordered a M6 based on this video. You should have a link. Can't wait.

[@Jakechams]

This makes me really happy. Thanks for sharing I hope you like your new camera!

[@filterfreephotography]

I've been a Nikon film shooter (both manual and auto bodies), but got a Leica M5 for Christmas. Although I wanted to only do one test roll, I loved it so much I shot two rolls through it. Since I don't do my own developing and scanning, I am now waiting for them to get finished so I can see if there are any issues that I need to address. I am not totally new to Leica as I have an M11, but that M5 compared to my Nikon bodies is just a whole different feeling ( in a very good way). I can't wait to put some more film through it. I feel it is going to be an expensive year for me because of this camera. LOL!

[@Jakechams]

That's awesome! It's always exciting to try out a new camera and see how it compares to your other gear. Can't wait to see the results of your test rolls!

[@filterfreephotography]

@@Jakechams I’ll post some up on my instagram of the same name. Probably not for a week or so until they get them back.

[@nickystewart]

Which lenses did you have on the camera?

[@solidsnake1103]

I really appreciate your content. Thanks!!!

[@Jakechams]

My pleasure! thank you for watching!!!

[@tylerfukuda]

That’s a consideration. I always found the meters in camera just not that flexible to use. And if the meter goes you’re looking at a hefty repair

[@Paisley.rope857]

As an Oregonian living in Washington, I also struggle with the question of “which state is better?” 😂 Beautiful photos as always!

[@Jakechams]

RIGHT?! hahaha glad someone can relate.

[@kevinarnold9564]

I Love my M6 also, and you nailed it imo with the film loading aspect! something nostalgic about it... also what did you use to cover the red dot logo?

[@Jakechams]

Thanks for checking the video out it means a lot! I used a 12mm adhesive sticker!

[@lebxwski]

Forced perspective @ 0:44 makes it look like little Jake on a table hahaha

[@Jakechams]

Llllooolllll the amount times while editing this I saw that. Glad someone else did too

[@Mohamed_Elshekh]

Which ttl version you got ?

[@rmle23]

TTL version means TTL control of flash also, not only for metering system.

[@tejashbista4661]

You need to learn to meter for the shadows, the M6 has a Semi-spot meter unlike a DSLR or mirrorless with a matrix meter which accounts for the whole scene, the M6 only takes account for the center of the shot. Good luck!

[@Jakechams]

thanks for the tips! will try!

[@keesh7]

This was an incredible video

[@Jakechams]

I really appreciate you watching it. Thanks for checking it out. means the world

[@brianatkinsphotography]

Dude shout out the m6 for real and shoutout this wonderful video. I 100% agree with everything you said. Leicas are funny, the m6 is everyone’s dream but the body basically does what any other film camera does, its a shutter. The true value for me is having M mount glass. As I said, I agree, and there truly is a magic aura emanating from the m6 that will make you pick it up over most cameras in your collection and shoot it to no end, if it chooses you and you choose it as a lifelong companion.

[@Jakechams]

Thanks so much for your support and kind words! I'm glad you enjoyed the video and agree with my thoughts on the Leica M6. It's definitely a camera that holds a special place in many photographers' hearts including mine!

[@rickfink]

the photos look incredible

[@Jakechams]

THANK YOU!

[@Jakechams]

Thanks for watching, if you have any questions about the M6, leave them below & I will try to answer them!

[@dopagony9946]

do you use the Leica for your professional work?

[@Jakechams]

Usually I stick to my sony for all my professional work!

[@ofeykalakar1]

Nikon FM3A FM2 and Leica MP / M-A, M2, M4 are the best mechanical film cameras. Full stop. The M6 is undesirable with a Zinc top plate. The others are all brass!

[@vincentb7865]

Wow, never seen anyone load an M6 that fast :D Just fyi, you're wasting one frame. Advancing once is enough on the M6 :)

[@Jakechams]

Thank you!!!

[@darkmaru]

Can i ask which lens is your favorite for the M6?

[@Jakechams]

I love the elmarit 28mm!

[@DazStudio-DaddyDaz]

amazing video and color

[@Jakechams]

Really apprecaite that! thanks so much for watching!

[@jivaro77]

I thought Leica is a dog that went to the space..

[@philipprayman]

What kind of Sticker do you have on you Leica Logo? 🤓

[@Jakechams]

Its actually a 12mm black adhesive sticker off of amazon!

[@philipprayman]

Thx! Love your content 🚀💥

[@sc1]

@@Jakechamsdoes it leave any sticky residue?

[@Jakechams]

@sc1 yea a little bit but it comes off prettty easy!

[@VariTimo]

The M6 falls short in Leica terms. The two best Leicas are the M3 and M5, then there are a few Nikon bodies that could claim that title and a few medium format cameras. The M6 may barely make it in the top 20s.

[@Jakechams]

Interesting take!

[@mathieumorel448]

Which range finders would you consider better? Thanks

[@StepsAndStoness]

Lemme borrow it and I'll let ya know! 😉

[@StepsAndStoness]

No me drinking my lil coffee in my lil beanie while watching this!

[@Jakechams]

hahahah love it so much. Thanks for watching man! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@gurugamer8632]

The new M6 models do not have TTL support

[@Jakechams]

wait really!? I had no idea

[@jebeq2007]

If you have never tried the M7 and have only followed the over gloating from to many KZbinrs, the M6 will be the so called best film camera. The M6 just falls to short in many aspects. I almost fell forthe M6 and fortunately my local camera store had an M7 and I have never loocked back. Yes the M7 uses batteries, But I am now going on 2yrs with the same batteries. The M7 has yet to let me down and has all the features I need.

[@Jakechams]

I'll have to check it out next! TBH I love the m6 but would love to see what the M7 has to offer

[@jebeq2007]

@@Jakechams First of all I am sorry for comming on to strong on my comment. I was just tired of seeing to many M6 videos on KZbin and only a couple about the M7. I was literally going to buy an M6 because I fell into thinking that it was the camera I should use because everyone else is using it. The M7 has Apreture priority and you are able to see your speeds right in the view finder and that alone was enough for me to dicide on the M7. There are other features also on the M7 but I feel that those key basic features help me as a photographer. I have been very happy with it.

[@brianatkinsphotography]

M7 is a great camera. I have a m6, for one sole reason, it’s fully mechanical so in theory it will never die, it can always be fixed. If the m7 fails it’s done.

[@hellatightdude]

The M7 is the best until you need to service it. I owned one for a couple years, I substantially prefer my MP. If I need aperture priority and a stepless shutter, I’ll just grab my Nikon F6 with its flawless meter too. The Leica does different things for me.

[@tylerfukuda]

M4

[@silassao]

Leica gang

[@Jakechams]

4 life. miss u

[@charlesmason58]

Your M6 came out of the box with the red dot covered???!!! Hah!

[@Jakechams]

llllooollll.... yes......./? okay no..... idk.

[@themanfromphoto]

Overpriced considering you can get a brass M4-2 or M4-P which are the same camera without a meter for a lot less $$. I speak from 40 years of experience with these. An internet trend camera, the exact reason to avoid it.

[@joaoconceicao6856]

Hasselblad Xpan is laughing right now

[@Jakechams]

I'm making a video on my xpan rn! Its incredible as well

[@timothyjohnson2302]

🖤🖤

[@gurugamer8632]

Film prices now are £85 for 5 rolls. I am thinking to quit film.

[@Jakechams]

don't quit! its the best hobby

[@gurugamer8632]

@@Jakechams haha seriously thinking to switch to fully digital with the stupid prices of buying it feels overwhelming

[@codiecrieg2480]

srsly... photo 3/10 i own leica sony and mamia but this looks like it was develop in toilet

[@Jakechams]

ironic cuz i literally developed them in my bathroom