Mamiya/Sekor 1000 DTL

Object/Artifact

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The TRP Camera Obscura Collection

Name/Title

Mamiya/Sekor 1000 DTL

Entry/Object ID

411

Tags

Iconic

Description

The Mamiya/Sekor 1000 DTL was a groundbreaking camera in the late 1960s, featuring the world’s first "Dual" through-the-lens (TTL) metering system. A switch on the side allowed the photographer to choose between Averaging (for general scenes) and Spot (for precision metering) patterns. This unit is paired with the highly sought-after 55mm f/1.4 lens, which is legendary among vintage lens enthusiasts. Known for its "Thorium glow" (a slight yellow tint caused by radioactive thorium glass used to improve optical performance), this lens produces a dreamy, high-contrast look that is prized by modern digital adapters. This camera is a heavy, robust example of Japanese mechanical engineering from the peak of the M42 screw-mount era.

Category

Camera, SLR, 35mm Film
Media Type

Made/Created

Manufacturer

Mamiya

Date made

1968 - 1971

Other Names and Numbers

Other Names

Name Type

Model

Other Name

1000 DTL

Other Numbers

Number Type

Serial Number

Other Number

591223

General Notes

Note Type

Power

Note

1x 1.5V Silver Oxide (SR44 / S76) or Alkaline (LR44)