1. A method for compensating for streak defects in an image formed using a raster output scanning device, comprising: (a) generating a reflectance profile from an image generated by the raster output scanning device; (b) determining a difference profile based upon the generated reflectance profile and a uniform profile; and (c) generating a compensation parameter based on the determined difference profile, the compensation parameter representing a change in an intensity setting profile for the raster output scanning device.