Hoods and CPLs
Nov 7, 2020 23:11:13 #
Thanks...the hood I just purchased seems to have the ability to reverse mount as well as engage a lens cover...both valuable to me in the circumstances I use them.
I also like the idea of a tiny “window” for access...but I think the method I was using, as well as the new screw-in hood should suit my needs while using the CPL.
I also like the idea of a tiny “window” for access...but I think the method I was using, as well as the new screw-in hood should suit my needs while using the CPL.
Nov 7, 2020 23:18:19 #
Sometimes, when using any filter, the potential for flare can be increased- more glass surface- s more likelihood of some flare in certain lighting conditions.
I make sure that all my filters, including the CPL, have fontal threads to accommodate a large enough hood to avoid vignetting. I just formed a habit of rotating the hood in the direction where it will not accidentally unscrew.
It not practical, for me, to preset the CPL filter to accommodate the direction of the light in advance. I like to see exactly the effect I am getting in small precise increments. This particular method is very useful when hand-holding the camera, working out-of-doors on landscapes or architectural photography where you are changing position and angles in relation to the light direction, adjusting the effect on the windows, water as well as the skyscape.
I make sure that all my filters, including the CPL, have fontal threads to accommodate a large enough hood to avoid vignetting. I just formed a habit of rotating the hood in the direction where it will not accidentally unscrew.
It not practical, for me, to preset the CPL filter to accommodate the direction of the light in advance. I like to see exactly the effect I am getting in small precise increments. This particular method is very useful when hand-holding the camera, working out-of-doors on landscapes or architectural photography where you are changing position and angles in relation to the light direction, adjusting the effect on the windows, water as well as the skyscape.
Nov 8, 2020 00:20:13 #
E.L. Thank you. Most recently I have been shooting from a canoe while maintaining a specific direction. Unfortunately, my current state of chemo induced arthritis has had a dramatic effect on my flexibility in moving around and adjusting my position while sitting on the “floor” of the canoe...so I preset. Results have been good thus far.
Nov 8, 2020 00:23:37 #
Nov 8, 2020 02:24:38 #
Longshadow wrote:
I leave the hood off.
Brilliant solution ! Always suspected you to be the genius among us :-)
Nov 8, 2020 05:32:01 #
Pablo8
Loc: Nottingham UK.
My 82mm CPL screws into lens, or step-up ring. Adjust polar rotation for wanted - effect, replace 'Petal' lens hood onto the bayonet mount on front of lens. This does not move/ rotate/affect the polar setting. Other CPL filters that I use are attached to the lens, and a round (sometimes rubber) lens hood screws into the filter, which can be rotated to get the wanted effect / setting.
Nov 8, 2020 06:11:40 #
fotobyferg wrote:
Wondering how some of you handle adjusting a CPL when using a hood that does not have slots in it for spinning the filter.
Best practice? Thoughts? Suggestions?
Best practice? Thoughts? Suggestions?
Buy a cheap hood on eBay and cut out a rectangular hole on the bottom side so you can reach the CPL.
Nov 8, 2020 07:56:29 #
SeaBrat
Loc: St Petersburg, FL
You could try the Flex Lens Shade instead of a lens hood.
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/825818-REG/Flex_Lens_Shade_A001_Flex_Lens_Shade.html?sts=pi-ps&pim=Y
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/825818-REG/Flex_Lens_Shade_A001_Flex_Lens_Shade.html?sts=pi-ps&pim=Y
Nov 8, 2020 08:12:44 #
leftj
Loc: Texas
fotobyferg wrote:
Wondering how some of you handle adjusting a CPL when using a hood that does not have slots in it for spinning the filter.
Best practice? Thoughts? Suggestions?
Best practice? Thoughts? Suggestions?
Best practice when using a cpl is to remove the hood or reverse it on you lens.
Nov 8, 2020 08:13:39 #
leftj
Loc: Texas
fotobyferg wrote:
That was easy, lol. It doesn’t result in lens flares or whatever else happens when you don’t use a hood?
You will not experience lens flare when using a cpl.
Nov 8, 2020 08:17:51 #
billnikon
Loc: Pennsylvania/Ohio/Florida/Maui/Oregon/Vermont
fotobyferg wrote:
Wondering how some of you handle adjusting a CPL when using a hood that does not have slots in it for spinning the filter.
Best practice? Thoughts? Suggestions?
Best practice? Thoughts? Suggestions?
Sony makes a slot on some of there hoods. Some cut a opening in the hood.
I don't attach a hood when working with a CPL filter.
Nov 8, 2020 08:18:53 #
There are hoods with a little window so you can poke a finger in and rotate the filter. You can also leave the hood off. I just reach in from the front to turn the filter.
Nov 8, 2020 08:37:37 #
Nov 8, 2020 08:38:08 #
fotobyferg wrote:
Just ordered one from Amazon...Sensie....seemed to get good reviews and didn’t break the bank.
It will be handy.
Nov 8, 2020 09:39:19 #
JDV wrote:
Buy a cheap hood on eBay and cut out a rectangular hole on the bottom side so you can reach the CPL.
This was my preferred option when I asked the same question a while ago. I took a Dremel tool and cut a thin rectangular slot there the hood covered the outside of the filter. Not enough to weaken the hood mount but enough to allow me to "dial" the filter about about 30 degrees with each swipe of my finger.
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