Light leaks

A light leak is any light - other than that focused through the lens - that gets inside of the camera body. Light leaks can spoil film while it is in the camera.

Light leaks generally show up as bright streaks or fogging on film, and are often due to the deteriation of foam seals around a film door on older cameras. They can also be the result of poor manufacturing standards, as in the case of the Holga.

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