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Introduction |
This guide will show you how to replace the degraded light seals in a Canon A-1 camera to restore image clarity and prevent light leaks. Before beginning the guide, make sure to take the batteries out of the camera and power it off. If your photos show warm toned splotches of color or rays of light on top of the image, the light seals in your Canon A1 camera need to be replaced. If the light seals erode, light will leak into the photo and obscure the images the photographer is trying to capture. The light that enters through the erosions can cause flares, streaks, and fogging to the image especially in high contrast lighting. These seals also ensure the pressure is maintained to keep the film flat and hold the camera tightly closed. If your light seals are sticky near the camera door edges, or the foam is deteriorating to the touch, it might be time to replace them!. This fix is at a beginner level and takes 2-3 hours to complete. The materials needed include a High Density Foam Light Seal Replacement Kit, a rocket blower, Isopropyl alcohol 91% or greater IPA, and Q-Tips. Make sure to take the batteries out and power off the camera before beginning the guide. |
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