Lens Hood on Zoom
May 18, 2019 13:57:08 #
Hi All,
How important is it to use a lens hood on a DX 18-200. I rarely use on and almost never have lens flare on my D7200 with that lens mounted.
Thanks,
Dave
How important is it to use a lens hood on a DX 18-200. I rarely use on and almost never have lens flare on my D7200 with that lens mounted.
Thanks,
Dave
May 18, 2019 14:00:32 #
Dave H2 wrote:
Hi All,
How important is it to use a lens hood on a DX 18-200. I rarely use on and almost never have lens flare on my D7200 with that lens mounted.
Thanks,
Dave
How important is it to use a lens hood on a DX 18-200. I rarely use on and almost never have lens flare on my D7200 with that lens mounted.
Thanks,
Dave
Then you've been lucky.
May 18, 2019 14:19:45 #
Obviously it is always dependent on where the sun is, which usually is around 45°ish off-center for me that causes flares. (Sometimes I actually want them). But I leave my hood on all the time more as a safety measure when traveling - on/off bus, thru narrow passages, etc. Rather it go flying versus nick in lens if I bump something.
May 18, 2019 14:56:31 #
It is important. The tulip shaped hoods are designed to block as much light as possible from entering from outside the frame without causing darkening in the corners.
May 18, 2019 15:16:24 #
Dave H2 wrote:
Hi All,
How important is it to use a lens hood on a DX 18-200. I rarely use on and almost never have lens flare on my D7200 with that lens mounted.
Thanks,
Dave
How important is it to use a lens hood on a DX 18-200. I rarely use on and almost never have lens flare on my D7200 with that lens mounted.
Thanks,
Dave
Keep putting it on for a while, that way you can see for yourself! In general, you should also notice an improvement in contrast!
May 18, 2019 16:28:07 #
Dave H2 wrote:
Hi All,
How important is it to use a lens hood on a DX 18-200.
I rarely use on and almost never have lens flare on my
D7200 with that lens mounted.
Thanks,
Dave
How important is it to use a lens hood on a DX 18-200.
I rarely use on and almost never have lens flare on my
D7200 with that lens mounted.
Thanks,
Dave
In what way have you not answered your own question ?
FWIW, you might need it in rain or snow ....
May 18, 2019 16:45:15 #
rgrenaderphoto wrote:
Then you've been lucky.
I always have the hoods on my lenses.
May 18, 2019 17:11:42 #
Dave H2 wrote:
Hi All,
How important is it to use a lens hood on a DX 18-200. I rarely use on and almost never have lens flare on my D7200 with that lens mounted.
Thanks,
Dave
How important is it to use a lens hood on a DX 18-200. I rarely use on and almost never have lens flare on my D7200 with that lens mounted.
Thanks,
Dave
I use a hood on all my glass all the time
May 18, 2019 18:26:35 #
I keep the hoods on all my lenses for 1 reason - PROTECTION!
I prefer a hood to a UV filter to protect the lens. I try to eliminate all unnecessary glass.
I prefer a hood to a UV filter to protect the lens. I try to eliminate all unnecessary glass.
May 18, 2019 22:50:28 #
Dave H2 wrote:
Hi All,
How important is it to use a lens hood on a DX 18-200. I rarely use on and almost never have lens flare on my D7200 with that lens mounted.
Thanks,
Dave
How important is it to use a lens hood on a DX 18-200. I rarely use on and almost never have lens flare on my D7200 with that lens mounted.
Thanks,
Dave
The biggest importance for the hood is protecting the front element followed by preventing flare/image degradation when light source is close to being on axis with the lens.
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May 19, 2019 03:02:12 #
Pablo8
Loc: Nottingham UK.
Just try with your own vision, without a camera. I bright sunlight, form a 'Hood' with your hands, to eliminate any bright area. How much better/clearer you cans see now, without that bright distraction. Simple! Use a hood!
May 19, 2019 06:18:57 #
Dave H2 wrote:
Hi All,
How important is it to use a lens hood on a DX 18-200. I rarely use on and almost never have lens flare on my D7200 with that lens mounted.
Thanks,
Dave
How important is it to use a lens hood on a DX 18-200. I rarely use on and almost never have lens flare on my D7200 with that lens mounted.
Thanks,
Dave
Good for you.
I use mine for 2 reasons, possible flare and additional protection beyond the filter.
May 19, 2019 07:33:22 #
May 19, 2019 08:22:04 #
billnikon
Loc: Pennsylvania/Ohio/Florida/Maui/Oregon/Vermont
Dave H2 wrote:
Hi All,
How important is it to use a lens hood on a DX 18-200. I rarely use on and almost never have lens flare on my D7200 with that lens mounted.
Thanks,
Dave
How important is it to use a lens hood on a DX 18-200. I rarely use on and almost never have lens flare on my D7200 with that lens mounted.
Thanks,
Dave
I use my lens hoods to prevent flare but more importantly I always have it on for protection of the front element and lens. I have dropped a lens or two and the lens hood took ALL of the punishment.
I do not use a clear filter on my lenses.
May 19, 2019 08:45:35 #
Stardust wrote:
Obviously it is always dependent on where the sun is, which usually is around 45°ish off-center for me that causes flares. (Sometimes I actually want them). But I leave my hood on all the time more as a safety measure when traveling - on/off bus, thru narrow passages, etc. Rather it go flying versus nick in lens if I bump something.
Great advice Dave H2!
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