Using lens hood with 35 MM
Jan 18, 2015 07:53:56 #
mcveed wrote:
Any time the sun shines onto the front element of your lens you will get an undesirable effect. The sun doesn't have to be in the picture to cause flare.
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Jan 18, 2015 08:27:55 #
I use a lens hood and keep the lens cap on and remove it when I need to shoot
Jan 18, 2015 09:06:46 #
SonoraDick wrote:
This will seem pretty basic to many, but...
I just bought a new Nikon 35 MM lens for my D5300, and I wondering if I should attach the lens hood that came with it.
I just bought a new Nikon 35 MM lens for my D5300, and I wondering if I should attach the lens hood that came with it.
If only it were easy to pop the lens cap on and off when you have a hood on the lens. Both offer a degree of protection for the lens, but the hood also offers protection from unwanted light.
You can use the cap for transporting and the hood for shooting. You can also use a Hoya clear filter in addition to the hood. The extra piece of glass might have a negative effect on your images, but thousands of people use them.
Jan 18, 2015 10:02:12 #
I always use the lens hood. I have had accidents where the hood saved the lens and the cap would have been iffy. There are instances where the lens cap would be more effective but only those where offending object is smaller than the hood.
Jan 18, 2015 10:39:07 #
Bob Boner wrote:
I always use the lens hood. I have had accidents where the hood saved the lens and the cap would have been iffy. There are instances where the lens cap would be more effective but only those where offending object is smaller than the hood.
Right. A lot depends on the environment. A windy day is a good excuse for a filter, especially in a dusty or sandy area.
Jan 18, 2015 11:12:15 #
how did we get along before hoods started being included with most lenses??????????????
Jan 18, 2015 11:21:45 #
john901
Loc: Lancaster, PA
In the old days we were better off. Years ago every lens came with a hood. Today, many are expensive extras.
John
John
Jan 18, 2015 11:25:43 #
john901 wrote:
In the old days we were better off. Years ago every lens came with a hood. Today, many are expensive extras.
John
John
And usually a hard leather case.
Jan 18, 2015 14:30:03 #
Lens hoods are not just for reducing flare. Stray light can also cause a general decrease in contrast and saturation in your images as well.
If you use a protection filter a good UV can cost less than a clear protect. UV protection is not needed for digital cameras, but it does no harm. Whichever brand you chose buy the top of the line. I chose on price among B+W, Marumi, Hoya and Kenko.
If you use a protection filter a good UV can cost less than a clear protect. UV protection is not needed for digital cameras, but it does no harm. Whichever brand you chose buy the top of the line. I chose on price among B+W, Marumi, Hoya and Kenko.
Jan 19, 2015 02:06:16 #
raysass wrote:
The lens hood protects the lens from accidents as well as glare. The manufacturers put it there for a reason.
Some lens hood are pretty large, but protect the lens.
Jan 19, 2015 12:52:44 #
wj cody
Loc: springfield illinois
SonoraDick wrote:
This will seem pretty basic to many, but... br br... (show quote)
with any 35mm prime lens, always use the appropriate lens hood.
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