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Compartment that holds a film cartridge.

Rotating cylinder that directs the film from the cartridge toward the film guide rails.

Each of the flat metal rails on both sides of the focal plane shutter; the taut film travels along them.

Indicator showing whether the film leader (end of the film extending outside the cartridge) is properly inserted into the take-up spool.

Spring plate that keeps the film flat as it passes behind the lens.

Small serrated wheel that guides the film toward the take-up spool.

Small ring that holds a strap to help carry the camera.

Cylinder for winding the exposed film.

Opaque device that opens for a predetermined length of time based on the shutter speed chosen; it allows light to come in contact with the film.

Device for viewing the scene to be photographed, framing it and adjusting its clarity.

Manual or motorized device that winds a partially or totally exposed film back into its cartridge.