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.
Dedicated lens hoods are designed to match the specific focal length of the lens it was designed for.
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Quality Lens Hood
Nice lens hood. Fits my Canon 18-55mm lens perfectly! Quality plastic, and the inside of the hood is a nice flat black. The only reason I gave it 4 stars is because ...Read complete review
Nice lens hood. Fits my Canon 18-55mm lens perfectly! Quality plastic, and the inside of the hood is a nice flat black. The only reason I gave it 4 stars is because it's not very deep. It helps, but I think it could provide more protection if it was a tad deeper. It's only about an inch deep. Good product tho. I would recommend this hood for that lens.
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I should have bought the Generic one
I spent extra to get the Canon branded lens hood however this lens hood is very difficult to fit onto my 18 - 55mm IS lens. I can't imagine the much cheaper generic brand lens...Read complete review
I spent extra to get the Canon branded lens hood however this lens hood is very difficult to fit onto my 18 - 55mm IS lens. I can't imagine the much cheaper generic brand lens hoods would be any worse. Save your money, Canon made no effort in making this lens hood fit the lenses propertly. Previously had Nikon products, their lens hoods fit their lenses like a glove.. I regret switching to Canon.
If you have 15 minutes to fumble around with this the lens hood everytime you need to put it on your lens or take it off, then go ahead and buy this.. however the generic cheaper brands will work just as well if not better!!
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I just leave it on all the time, but I can't tell much difference with it on and off.
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The images are better.
Most people don't use them, which makes
my photos stand out.
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I bouight a LHC-ET67 Dedicated Lens Hood by Pearstone and this one in the same order and both are made with quality plastic, so I'd rather to buy the Pearstone instead of the Canon.
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Great product to have
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I use it on my lens to protect it.
It goes on easily.
No complaints
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Easy to use. Can wear backwards for storage. No complaints.
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Does what it is supposed to do.
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use on water shots and in bright sunlight
protects the lens
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A nice accessory for your 18-55mm kit lens.[...]
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I love the fact it protects my lens,I havent had much time to really take alot of pics using it but it does seem to do what its supposed to do.
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great for give direct light.
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I bought this for my Canon 18-55. The hood fits very nicely. Not too tight. Not too loose.
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No surprises.
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This product does just what it was designed to do. It was reasonably priced and readily available. I would buy this product again.
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A must for outdoor work
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Do a lot of Sports shooting indoors and out, keeps out the unwanted glare of the sun and indoor lighting. Easy to attach no hassle.
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provides some protection to my lens.
not sure how much light or glare this hood provides.
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A good hood that doesn't cause shadows on wide angle. I have to reverse it when not in use to fit in my bag, which can be a pain as it is a little tricky to get on and off, but not so much so that I wouldn't recommend it.
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Comments about Canon EW-60C Lens Hood:
It does its job --- no mess no fuss
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Used on my kit lens 18-55
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