What does the cryptic crossword clue "Source of colour against capturing quantity of light (6)" mean?

The definition is "Source of colour". The wordplay uses a container (one word inside another). RAY (synonym="RAY") in CON (synonym="CON") = CRAYON; definition: "Source of colour" The answer is CRAYON.

Source of colour against capturing quantity of light (6)

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