What to keep: Mamiya MSX500 or 1000DTL??

[TheToadMen]

Hi,
I'm cleaning out "my closet" and some cameras will have to go.
I have a Mamiya/sekor 1000 DTL and a Mamiya MSX500. I haven't used either and want to keep just one of these cameras to shoot with. Which one is best to keep?

I also have a Mamiya/Sekor Auto 50/2 lens (No.219965) and a Mamiya/Sekor Auto SX 55/1.8 lens (No.64495). I only need one lens with the body, so which one?

I have no knowledge or experience with the SLR range of Mamiya, but I do love my TLR C330f so I want to keep one SLR (for fun).

Thanks, Bert from Holland

 

[Toyo]

If the cameras are in equivalent condition, then keep the 1000 DTL. The extra faster shutter speed can be an advantage sometimes.
T

 

[Leigh B]

I used a 1000DTL for several years way back when. I found it to be a very dependable shooter.

I suggest you keep it and its lens and sell the other, with the caveat that I have no experience with the MSX500.

- Leigh

 

[macfred]

I would keep the 1000 DTL for the Dual Metering (spot metering or average) and the self timer.
Ken R. wrote a nice report about the 1000 DTL http://www.kenrockwell.com/mamiya/1000-dtl.htm

 

[TheToadMen]

I would keep the 1000 DTL for the Dual Metering (spot metering or average) and the self timer.
Ken R. wrote a nice report about the 1000 DTL http://www.kenrockwell.com/mamiya/1000-dtl.htm

Thanks!
So I guess the 1000 DTL with 55/1.8 it will be. I'll put the other one up for sale (with some other cameras).