When should I use/not use a lens hood?
Dec 22, 2013 08:44:10 #
i leave my lens hood on reversed when the lighting is low,for studio lighting and when it is dark
but its on backwards..i also keep filters on ..and yes i did fall once trying not to drop my camera but it slid out of my hand and across the concrete ..they saved my lens and camera..a few scuffs but thankfully that was all..i only use the lens hood the right way when the light is bright and i don't want the glare in the photo...
Dec 22, 2013 08:45:09 #
dthurk wrote:
Would a lens hood provide any amount of protection to the front element? I don't want to put a UV filter on an expensive lens just for "protection".
Of course it does, probably better protection...I never shoot without a hood attached and never use ant sort of filter for the purpose of protecting a lens.
Dec 22, 2013 08:48:41 #
Mr. B wrote:
Remember that the first time you inadvertently let your lens swing into something and you see the scratch on your lens face. My advice is to always have a filter over your lenses. It's cheap insurance and good filters will not adversely affect your photos.
A hood offers the same protection without placing a piece of glass between your lens and subject of your image.
Dec 22, 2013 08:51:43 #
sodapop wrote:
Leave hoods on all the time. Once ruined a day's worth of photos with a cheap UV filter.
Indeed...and even a higher quality filter can degrade images...
Dec 22, 2013 08:56:03 #
I only take a hood off for a close-up or macro shot with a wide-angle lens when using the on camera flash. Usually I'll just use an external flash to avoid the shadows from the hood.
Dec 22, 2013 09:15:00 #
lighthouse wrote:
I concur, I have 6 grandchildren, always knocking into me when I am trying to capture that perfect shot at the playground, etc. Uv filter has kept my lenses from being scratched, and the hood protects as well.So, you dropped your camera and lens, and the hood flew off and the filter sacrificed itself and possibly saved the lens - and this is a bad experience with a filter???
You can't join the dots to realise that the hood and the filter saved your lens?!?!?!
You can't join the dots to realise that the hood and the filter saved your lens?!?!?!
Dec 22, 2013 09:26:41 #
Can only think of (3) reasons NOT to use a lens hood.
1. Where the hood vignettes the flash output
2. When working in very tight quarters like extreme macro
3. When working with some filter combos the hood may vignette
A lens hood will cut down flare which is even possible indoors from some artificial lighting. It will also protect a lens in many situations, especially when the camera pendulums away from your body as you lean forward.
1. Where the hood vignettes the flash output
2. When working in very tight quarters like extreme macro
3. When working with some filter combos the hood may vignette
A lens hood will cut down flare which is even possible indoors from some artificial lighting. It will also protect a lens in many situations, especially when the camera pendulums away from your body as you lean forward.
Dec 22, 2013 09:29:42 #
NewzShooter wrote:
I have always left the lens hoods on all my lenses while shooting indoors and out, but recently when I attended a "shootout" at a modeling show I noticed almost all of the photogs removed their lens hoods. Is there a reason for this? When should I remove my lens hood and when should I keep it on the lens while shooting? I would imagine there was a "reason" most of the photographers removed their hoods. Can anyone explain?
I always shoot with a lens hood and a UV filter on my lenses, for me it's a inexpensive insurance policy when I get clumsy for that aggressive shot
Dec 22, 2013 09:32:44 #
nekon wrote:
your lenshood should remain on your lens at all shooting venues, moreso at indoor events as contrast is improved, and helps keep out stray light
How does a lens hood improve contrast?
Dec 22, 2013 09:41:12 #
By reducing the angle at which "stray" light can enter a lens, image contrast is increased. Even a small degree of flare can reduce contrast. Stray light is that which is unwanted, that degrades, rather than enhances an image.
Dec 22, 2013 09:42:16 #
A lens hood absolutely helps protect the lens. In some cases, a long hood will cause vignetting if the lens is set to its widest angle. That would be a good time to remove the hood.
Dec 22, 2013 09:50:58 #
Nikonbob wrote:
By reducing the angle at which "stray" light can enter a lens, image contrast is increased. Even a small degree of flare can reduce contrast. Stray light is that which is unwanted, that degrades, rather than enhances an image.
Ah. I should have figured that one out.
Thanks.
Dec 22, 2013 10:04:13 #
Right on target, Lighthouse. I guess the cost of repairs (been there, done that-twice) overshadowed the truth.
Dec 22, 2013 10:11:20 #
I always keep a filter on my lenses especially when outdoors for protection from the elements. Here in Hawaii we have a lot of salt in the air and one never knows when the wind comes up. As for the lens cover, it is always on my camera, when indoors I usually reverse it. This still protects the lens if it should get knocked by someone or something.
Dec 22, 2013 10:14:18 #
When you use a flash in a not so well lit area it will cause a
shadow on your pictures.
shadow on your pictures.
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