Nikon HB-45 Snap-On Lens Hood for 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 (All Versions) USA
The dedicated Nikon HB-45 Lens Hood is specifically designed for use with the 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 range of lenses (all versions).
Lens hoods are primarily designed to prevent unwanted stray light from entering the lens by extending and shading the end of the lens. In addition, since the end of the lens is extended, you also get the added benefit of some extra protection from accidental impact.
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by PowerReviews(based on 141 reviews)
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98%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Easy to use (121)
- Lightweight (113)
- Durable (84)
- Reliable (55)
- Improves product function (23)
Cons
- Not durable (4)
Best Uses
- Everyday (108)
- Travel (67)
- Landscape photography (55)
- Portraits (36)
- Home (34)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Enthusiast (76), Semi-professional (30), Casual user (13), Getting started (11), Professional (3)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (49)
Most Liked Positive Review
Great lens hood!
I use this lens hood with my Nikon 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 lens on my Nikon D60. It's great for protecting the lens from accidental bumps, and is very easy to mount, even...Read complete review
I use this lens hood with my Nikon 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 lens on my Nikon D60. It's great for protecting the lens from accidental bumps, and is very easy to mount, even with multiple filters on. It's small and lightweight, making it easy to store in my camera bag. However, it's a little shorter than I imagined, and I'm not sure how much lens flare is actually being eliminated. Also, I think it should come with the lens.
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Most Liked Negative Review
A little cheap, but does the job
I recently bought a Nikon D5000 with the 18-55 kit lens. Much (or at least somewhat) to my chagrin, getting the lens with the camera means foregoing the lens hood, pouch, ...Read complete review
I recently bought a Nikon D5000 with the 18-55 kit lens. Much (or at least somewhat) to my chagrin, getting the lens with the camera means foregoing the lens hood, pouch, and a "real" rear cap. Even buying the Nikon version of these three products saves money over buying the lens separately, but you have to know that the cost of these products to Nikon is nil, so they should have included them with the kit. Sigh...
Anyway, as far as the hood goes, it snaps on instead of twisting on as most Nikon lens hoods do. Once it's on it's fine, but just feels kind of cheap/flimsy when you're putting it on. It also isn't very long. In hindsight I would have cross-shopped other compatible hoods that would offer better protection and light shielding. But it's decent enough that I won't be looking to replace it (mostly because I don't use this lens nearly as often as I thought I would).
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Pros
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape Photography
Comments about Nikon HB-45 Snap-On Lens Hood for 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 (All Versions):
Good quality; good/fast service and delivery.
Pros
- Durable
Cons
- Bulky
Best Uses
Comments about Nikon HB-45 Snap-On Lens Hood for 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 (All Versions):
I haven't had the opportunity to use it as yet but it fits nicely and very economic.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Lightweight
Cons
- Difficult To Use
Best Uses
- Everyday use
- Home
- Landscape Photography
- Traveling
Comments about Nikon HB-45 Snap-On Lens Hood for 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 (All Versions):
Got this for my 18-55 lens, works well, but is very flexible and can be a little troublesome to remove.
Pros
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape Photography
Comments about Nikon HB-45 Snap-On Lens Hood for 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 (All Versions):
I purchased this lens hood for my 18-55mm lens. Don't know how I lived without it. Easy to use, and stores easily.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
Cons
Best Uses
- Everyday use
Comments about Nikon HB-45 Snap-On Lens Hood for 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 (All Versions):
it should just come with the lens
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Everyday use
- Traveling
Comments about Nikon HB-45 Snap-On Lens Hood for 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 (All Versions):
same pattern as a nikon lens and bodies,quality plastic, and fit perfect, yes,it is more expencive than other but it looks and feels quality.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
- None that I have found
Best Uses
- Anytime you use the lens
- Everyday use
Comments about Nikon HB-45 Snap-On Lens Hood for 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 (All Versions):
It stays on all the time. I love the "Snap-on" design. In addition to shading the lens and preventing flare, it helps keep errant fingers off the glass and protects the filter mount.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Fits well
- Lightweight
- Looks Great
- Reliable
- Works like a charm
Cons
Best Uses
- Everyday use
- Landscape Photography
- Macro Photography
- Traveling
Comments about Nikon HB-45 Snap-On Lens Hood for 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 (All Versions):
I was somewhat prepared for a less than satisfactory product, based on a review I had read. However, I should not have been surprised that this lens hood was up to their usual outstanding standard - superior.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Nikon HB-45 Snap-On Lens Hood for 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 (All Versions):
easy to put on and off
does it's job
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Everyday use
- Landscape Photography
- Traveling
Comments about Nikon HB-45 Snap-On Lens Hood for 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 (All Versions):
This is the first lens hood I have ever used and I find myself easily clipping it on almost daily. Any time I am out in the sun or at a party with distracting light everywhere this hood helps be get the shot I want.
I also like that I can simply flip this and store it on the lens in a backwards position when I don't need it.
Less in and out of the camera bag is always good :)
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Everyday use
- Home
- Landscape Photography
- Macro Photography
- Portraits
- Traveling
Comments about Nikon HB-45 Snap-On Lens Hood for 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 (All Versions):
Never got one with my camera.
- 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 Nikon HB-45 Snap-On Lens Hood for 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 (All Versions):
Works well, easy to mount and does the job.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Everyday use
- Home
- Macro Photography
- Traveling
Comments about Nikon HB-45 Snap-On Lens Hood for 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 (All Versions):
help and improves photos
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Everyday use
- Landscape Photography
- Traveling
Comments about Nikon HB-45 Snap-On Lens Hood for 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 (All Versions):
Lens hood fits very good and does an excellent job
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
- Not Durable
Best Uses
Comments about Nikon HB-45 Snap-On Lens Hood for 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 (All Versions):
Hood is very loose on the lens. It seems to be secure, but I would expect a little less wiggle (and the resulting noise) from a Nikon product. It also feels very flimsy.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Durable
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
- Reliable
Cons
Best Uses
- Everyday use
- Landscape Photography
- Portraits
Comments about Nikon HB-45 Snap-On Lens Hood for 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 (All Versions):
This hood easily snaps on and allows for the use of a lens cap. Lightweight and made of durable materials - this hood feels indestructible. A lens hood keeps light leak from washing out your photos - I take portraits, yoga photos, and family photos outdoors and this hood has saved me hours in post-production editing to darken the images. If you photograph outdoors in bright conditions, where you cannot control the amount of sun-scorch hitting your lens, you definitely need this product! No complaints at all!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
- Landscape Photography
Comments about Nikon HB-45 Snap-On Lens Hood for 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 (All Versions):
The hood fit perfectly and it was exactly what I ordered.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Everyday use
- Traveling
Comments about Nikon HB-45 Snap-On Lens Hood for 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 (All Versions):
Locks on to lens with four tabs and can be reversed on the lens for storage. Helps protect front lens element.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy To Use
Cons
Best Uses
- Everyday use
Comments about Nikon HB-45 Snap-On Lens Hood for 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 (All Versions):
The hood works exactly as intended. Easy to attach to lens.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Well Made
Cons
- Snap-On can be annoying
Best Uses
- Everyday use
- Landscape Photography
Comments about Nikon HB-45 Snap-On Lens Hood for 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6 (All Versions):
It works. The snap-on characteristic is somewhat annoying, but once you get the hang of it, it really is just fine. I used to get flare with this lens and it has dramatically reduced the orange orb phenomenon. The image quality of this lens still astounds me. I keep trying to consider more expensive alternatives, but it really does function incredibly well as a landscape tool. I use faster lenses for people. This hood helps reduce your landscape flare. It also reverses well for storage, taking up barely any more room than the lens typically would.[...]
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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