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General Brand 58mm Screw-In Rubber Lens Hood
Lens hoods are primarily designed to prevent unwanted stray light from entering the lens by extending and shading the end of the lens. Another benefit of the lens' extension is some additional protection from accidental impact.
The Kalt 58mm Screw-In Rubber Lens Hood folds down and can remain on the lens permanently because it only lengthens the lens minutely in its collapsed state, requiring hardly any additional space in the gadget bag. It is designed to match the focal length of standard lenses (50mm). Double threaded to accept filters.
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by PowerReviews(based on 45 reviews)
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91%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Easy to use (17)
- Lightweight (17)
- Durable (16)
- Improves function (6)
- Compact (4)
Cons
- Flimsy (3)
Best Uses
- Travel (11)
- Everyday use (10)
- Landscape/scenery (8)
- Sports/action (6)
- Action shots (5)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Enthusiast (10), Photo enthusiast (7), Semi-pro photographer (6), Professional (4), Casual photographer (3)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (19)
Most Liked Positive Review
58 mm Kalt Screw-in Rubber lens hood
This is attached to a 70-300 mm zoom, and with all that glass and all those elements inside such zooms, a lens hood is essential to prevent flare, in my experience. I'd ...Read complete review
This is attached to a 70-300 mm zoom, and with all that glass and all those elements inside such zooms, a lens hood is essential to prevent flare, in my experience. I'd have preferred a metal hood, but this has the advantage of folding down while still attached so the lens fits better in the gadget bag, Plus it can be unfolded in sections so that -- on a wider optic -- it could be extended just enough top cover that particular field of view. Like other Kalt hoods this one is inexpensive and works as advertised. Will it last as long as the lens? Maybe not, but replacing it won't break the bank.
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Most Liked Negative Review
Not terrible for the price.
Somewhat effective vs. flare, shows up in the picture at wider focal lengths (around 28-32mm), does not retain a circular shape. At least mine didn't. It looks oval. On the ...Read complete review
Somewhat effective vs. flare, shows up in the picture at wider focal lengths (around 28-32mm), does not retain a circular shape. At least mine didn't. It looks oval. On the positive side, it's cheap, it's flexible, and it offers some protection for your lens. Great thing is that you can just fold it over on itself when you need to take a wide angle shot, so no need to remove it.
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Pros
Cons
- Tough To Attach
Best Uses
- Nothing
Comments about General Brand 58mm Screw-In Rubber Lens Hood:
Simply terrible.Poor construction.Poor quality.Nasty smell.Doesn't even fit the lens I bought it for and is listed as fitting.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
Cons
- Looks A Bit Cheaply-made
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Sports/Action
- Weddings/Events
- Wildlife Photos
Comments about General Brand 58mm Screw-In Rubber Lens Hood:
I got this for my 50mm f/1.4 prime lens for my Canon Rebel T2i. It works and collapses nicely and I haven't taken it off since. The only complaint I have is that it looks a bit cheaply-made, with the rubber and plastic parts seeming to have been hastily glued together. In addition, the rubber hood is splotchy. These minor quibbles aside, however, I am quite pleased with this hood and would get more for other lenses as well as recommending it to other photographers.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- cheap
- Easy to use
Cons
- Tough To Attach
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Sports/Action
Comments about General Brand 58mm Screw-In Rubber Lens Hood:
It's a good all around product, specially if you're low on cash since it's really cheap. I preffer bayonetes tought
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about General Brand 58mm Screw-In Rubber Lens Hood:
one great feature is that it colapses for better storage in bag. blocks a fair amount of light but as as much as its more expensive counterparts. (a little more shallow in depth)
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about General Brand 58mm Screw-In Rubber Lens Hood:
I use this with my 85mm lens. Works great and a lot less than a hard hood.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Inexpensive
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about General Brand 58mm Screw-In Rubber Lens Hood:
Works well with my Canon 50mm f/1.4.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Consistent Output
- Durable
- Easily Interchangeable
- Fast / accurate auto-focus
- Lightweight
- Rugged
- Strong Construction
Cons
- Lens Creep
Best Uses
- Indoors/Low Light
- Landscape/Scenery
- Macro Photography
- Night Photography
- Sports/Action
- Weddings/Events
- Wildlife Photos
Comments about General Brand 58mm Screw-In Rubber Lens Hood:
I have this product on all my lenses. Its easy to expand, and you dont have to take it off the lens, if you don't want to.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about General Brand 58mm Screw-In Rubber Lens Hood:
unfortunately at teh 18mm setting on a 18-55 lens, you can see a little bit of the hood...
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Rugged
Cons
Best Uses
- Acquarium
Comments about General Brand 58mm Screw-In Rubber Lens Hood:
I purchased this rubber collapsible lens hood primarily to take photos at an acquarium...have not used it yet but it was an excellent price and should do the trick.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easily Interchangeable
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Wildlife Photos
Comments about General Brand 58mm Screw-In Rubber Lens Hood:
good lens hood
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Easily Interchangeable
Cons
Best Uses
- Outdoors
Comments about General Brand 58mm Screw-In Rubber Lens Hood:
Always there for when I need it and even provides a little extra cushion for the camera near the lens.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Lightweight
- Strong Construction
Cons
- Attracts dust
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Sports/Action
Comments about General Brand 58mm Screw-In Rubber Lens Hood:
The rubber hood attaches tight to the lens and can fold back when not needed. Rubber material attracts dust, which can stick to the lens.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Easy to Use
Cons
- Impacts 18mm setting
Best Uses
- Anything
Comments about General Brand 58mm Screw-In Rubber Lens Hood:
Nice, simple lens hood. Nothing fancy. Beware that if this is used on the kit 18-55mm lens that at 18mm you will start to see the hood in the corners of the picture. To remedy this simply roll up the hood when taking pictures at the 18mm setting of the zoom lens. Otherwise no issues.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact
- Durable
- Easy to Use
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Video
Comments about General Brand 58mm Screw-In Rubber Lens Hood:
I love it.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact
- Easy to Use
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Travel
Comments about General Brand 58mm Screw-In Rubber Lens Hood:
Convenient. Quality rubber
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Family Photos
- Landscape/Scenery
- Sports/Action
- Travel
- Weddings/Events
- Wildlife Photos
Comments about General Brand 58mm Screw-In Rubber Lens Hood:
I love that I can just leave it on my camera at all times.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Everyday use
- Home
- Landscape Photography
- Macro Photography
- Portraits
- Studio
- Traveling
Comments about General Brand 58mm Screw-In Rubber Lens Hood:
I was not sure about getting this Lens Hood, but the Canon Hard lens hood for the 50mm was out of stock and for the price [$] I thought, why not try it. It was a little hard to get screwed in, but after that it does the job and I do like how it folds down when you are ready to store in your camera bag. I wish it was a true "black" color to match my camera instead of the black with like white stuff or something. However, for the price - I am satisfied with this Lens Hood. Will probably buy more for different lenses.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Lightweight
Cons
- Not Functional
Best Uses
Comments about General Brand 58mm Screw-In Rubber Lens Hood:
It is not working properly , I put the rubber hood on a soon as I got it and it will not protect my canon L lens .It is rolling back very easy. It will protect against sun light ,but that no protection
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Easily Interchangeable
- Lightweight
- Rugged
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape/Scenery
- Macro Photography
- Sports/Action
- Video
- Weddings/Events
- Wildlife Photos
Comments about General Brand 58mm Screw-In Rubber Lens Hood:
I use this product on my Canon t2i for outdoor shooting. This is a very useful alternative to more expensive, brand name lens hoods. The folding rubber gets it out of your way when you don't need it. The price is spot on and it easily screws on to any 58mm standard lens. The ridges on the outside actually help for easier manual focusing.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact
- Easy to use
Cons
Best Uses
- Portrait Photography
- Travel photography
Comments about General Brand 58mm Screw-In Rubber Lens Hood:
This is a great hood. Since it's flexible it can stay on my lens the whole time, it fits easily into camera cases, and doesn't interfere with the manual focus ring. The price is right too. Over all a great and eminently useful product.
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