This means an improved bokeh (the blur produced in out-of-focus sections of photographs) which can drastically alter the aesthetics of an image. While similar in construction as the original, this new iteration has 10 aperture blades, unlike its predecessor’s nine. Compact and efficient, the lens was the fastest wide-angle lens in the world.
The Leica 35mm Summilux f/1.4 lens is another reissue, with the original first released in 1961. Joe Greer, who we worked with on a program for Land Rover in 2019, is among the photographers who’s been shooting an M6 for years and Leica tapped him to be one of three partners for the launch and his video summarizes the emotion of this re-release succinctly.
Not choosing to modernize or “improve” something that was already great has garnered much respect. Much like vinyl in music, there’s been a massive return to film in the photography world, with enthusiasts embracing the more tangible, tactile practice and resulting images. While there have been a few upgrades, the M6 thankfully looks much like the original-a sleek, classic look that will never go out of style. The Leica M6, a 35mm film camera, was originally manufactured from 1984 to 2002, and enthusiasts all over the world are thrilled by the 2022 reissue.
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