Leica R6-2 35mm film camera. History, features and buyers guide (also Leica R6)
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- Опубліковано 10 лип 2024
- The Leica R6-2 and R6 35mm film cameras with their fully mechanical shutters are loved by Leica enthusiasts. I talk about the camera's history, run through its features and highlight essential checks when buying.
0:00 - Introduction
0:25 - History
2:30 - Features
4:05 - Essential checks
Jonathan Harris - Worldwide Camera Exchange Ltd
That was the best instructions I ever received! 💐💐💐
Thank you! Enjoy your Leica.
Thank you for a very informative piece on the R6-2. Have been using one myself and very pleased with it, esp the very Leica SLR-esque cool-toned viewfinder reminiscent of those on SLs and SL2s. The only downside as far as the operation is concerned is the very long travel distance of the shutter release button before it fires the shutter, therefore a very LONG delay in nailing that "decisive moment". :-)
Yes, you do need to get used to it! Thanks for commenting.
Very well done. Thanks!
Hope it was useful.
very informative video, thank you!
Glad it was useful - thanks
So informative one, Buddy! Leica R3 tends to have stuck up mirror if it is stored for a long period of time! That is why eve if it is not loaded with film, it should be fired ever now and then just for the electronics to work.
Agreed. Thanks for your input.
Thank for this information.
You're welcome
nice R history. i have an r4 and several r lenses. got an r3 as a back up body, but ended up giving that away plus a macro lens to my nephew who got into photography. i guess if my r4 ever croaks, ill get a r6. one if my v bodies has the crackle, i didnt know that was a leica issue too. thanks again for a great video. the Rabbit. =:3
Thanks - glad it was useful
Hi Jonathan, thanks for the video. Just one remark. As a matter of fact all shutters are mechanical, so it’s semantically better to speak of the R6 and 6.2 as mechanical- shutters/cameras, versus the electronically-controlled cameras R3, 4, 5, 7, 8 and RE.
Yes, you’re quite right. The shutters are mechanically Vs electronically timed. Thank you for correcting this (rather semantic) point.
Really useful video, Thank you. Who would you recommend for a service?
Newton Ellis in Liverpool are excellent for Leica.
Thanks for the great information. Just a quick question: is it possible to lock the shutter release button? I've fired off a few too many shots carrying my camera around or pulling it out of the bag. I guess I could just not re-cock the shutter after exposure, but it's muscle memory and very hard to do that.
Thanks for any suggestions : )
Nope! You will just need to remember not to advance the film before putting back in the bag. Leica, for some reason, was never a fan of shutter-release locks.
Also check for excessive shutter lag. The air cushion system can get contaminated with dust and dirt and will need cleaning. It's not a deal breaker but be aware all R cameras have a longer shutter lag than usual. Other than that a great camera.
Thanks for commenting
What are your thoughts on the R7 and this?
If you want a mechanical camera then the Leica R6.2 is your best option, otherwise the more versatile Leica R7.
I have an otherwise mint r6.2 but it seems like o have a battery drain issue. It seems that the meter stays on if the shutter is cocked, and it will go off as it should if the camera remains in a fired state….not sure but I think that’s the case.
Either way the batteries die every time I leave the camera for 24 hours or more.
Does anyone touch these cameras for repair these days??
I’d even be willing to ship to the uk if someone reputable were recommended.
If there’s an issue with a circuit then the spares may be difficult to find. Perhaps contact Leica although any repair will be expensive. Otherwise just use with a handheld meter.
@@WorldwideCameraExchange yeah it’s so weird if I don’t leave it cocked it’s fine lol
Another thing: there's a buzzing noise after firing at 1/250th and apparently that's normal for the R6.2. The R6 does not have this noise.
Yes, normal!
Very popular?
Yes, probably the most popular film SLR (alongside the Nikon FM2)