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Mamiya 1000 DTL1968
- Format
- 35mm
- Mount
- M42
- Years
- 1968–1972
- Weight
- 750 g
- Shutter
- 1s – 1/1000s
- Meter
- ttl-spot-and-average-cds
The Mamiya 1000 DTL (1968) is a Japanese M42-mount SLR with **dual TTL metering** — switchable spot/average modes via a top-plate button. Mechanical horizontal-cloth shutter to 1/1000s, TTL stop-down CdS metering. Built more solidly than the cheap Praktica MTL line; competitive with Pentax Spotmatic at lower prices.
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Before you buy used
Same as Pentax Spotmatic: mercury battery, foam, light seals, CdS meter drift.
About this camera
Mamiya's M42 SLR with dual TTL metering. "DTL" = Dual Through-the-Lens — switchable spot/average.
Key Specs
Frequently asked questions
- What film does the Mamiya 1000 DTL use?
- The Mamiya 1000 DTL shoots 35mm film.
- What battery does the Mamiya 1000 DTL take?
- The Mamiya 1000 DTL uses a 1x PX625 battery.
- What lens mount does the Mamiya 1000 DTL have?
- The Mamiya 1000 DTL uses the M42 mount.
- What shutter speeds does the Mamiya 1000 DTL offer?
- The Mamiya 1000 DTL's shutter speeds range from 1s to 1/1000s.
- What light meter does the Mamiya 1000 DTL use?
- The Mamiya 1000 DTL meters with ttl-spot-and-average-cds.