The Leica M2

This is a full review video of the ever-famous Leica M2. In this video, I go in-depth into this camera for anyone interested in knowing more about this camera

Timestamps

00:00 - Intro
00:26 - History and fun facts
01:22 - Body of the camera
02:20 - Breakdown of Camera Parts
09:31 - How to Load Film into the Leica M2
11:53 - Shooting Experience
12:47 - Likes and Dislikes
17:15 - Final Thoughts

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[nickk]

Hello, today I picked up a camera that had been sitting on a shelf for years. It was my grandpas. Did a little research and found out it’s a Leica M3. This video even though it’s an M2 has helped me greatly understand more about my camera. Just bought some film and can’t wait to start trying it out. I appreciate the job you did while creating this video. In a way you have helped open me up to a new world/hobbie I can’t wait to start. Thank you!

[rodmund]

This is a great review! I had an M2 years ago and had to sell it due to tough times but i miss it greatly. Watching this review reminded me of all the things i loved about it. I always thought it was a much more accessable, prettier and sleeker camera than the M3 too

[linjicakonikon]

No need to apologize for Voightlander glass! Voightlander lenses are superb.🏆

[nycvista]

Ebi, thank you for the insightful video. In my opinion the M2 is best rounded M body, its aesthetically pleasing, lighter and engaging.

[zillaskatescurbs]

i actually have one thats prolly one of the first(my grandfather wanted me to have it if he ever passed which he has alot of wear and im gonna restore it to starting using it ur video is def a help my ur video is great🙏🏽

[Brooksvw]

I would suggest that you keep the original cladding as long as possible. There is a black epoxy that I use for repairs that can be molded to look almost indistinguishable from the original. It is called Milliput and can be found at a good hobby shop.

[richonfilm]

Great video, very informative 🙌🏼 Been looking at an ‘entry level’ leica with the M2 or M4!

[k_]

hello fellow canadian!
great video and great camera! completely agree on your thoughts regarding the shooting experience and range finder usage.
while i also see where you're coming from with regards to the dislikes, i personally find those 2 things actually quite enjoyable and unique to the M2.
The film loading is such a unique experience and i cherish the time i need to change films because it's a little moment of indulgence where you do something very mechanical and hands on for a few minutes. as for the rewind knob, while sure it's not very fast but it's incredibly gratifying to twist that knob. it's almost like a lil fidget toy when it's all the way down i love turning it. and having using other M systems with the quick rewind lever, let me absolutely guarantee you that this is WAY BETTER! trust me. perhaps the only better rewind level on any M body camera is the M5, the rest feel much cheaper and more annoying to use and are a common weak/failure point

having used the coveted M6 briefly before owning the M2 i can guarantee that the M2 is not only the most budget friendly way to get into the leica M body system, but it's also THE BEST leica M body.

[andreaperuzzi]

Great video! Thank you! Which one is your favourite colour film to use with the M2?
Thanks

[KhunTui-jlnj]

Hello, I was watching your channel and saw that the M3 camera is very beautiful. Is there a cheap place to buy it? I really like it. Thanks for the advice.

[paultaylorphotography]

Definitely a camera that’s been long on my list. Stick with the OG skin a few rips adds character imho Great review liked and subbed mate.

[hardiscodata]

There’s no rust, it’s glue residue under ..😊