Collapsible hoods?

[hilton]

Anyone used a collapsible hood like this one from camerstuff?

I'm not looking for protection more for glare.
Worth trying it out or should I just spend the bucks and get the real deal?

 

[koffiejunkie]

bwana had a link for DYI cardboard hoods that, if I remember correctly, worked quite well.

 

[BigAl-sa]

My worry would be the thing extending too far, resulting in vignetting, especially with wider lenses.

 

[hilton]

bwana had a link for DYI cardboard hoods that, if I remember correctly, worked quite well.

I think it was this site.

 

[bwana]

My worry would be the thing extending too far, resulting in vignetting, especially with wider lenses.

They're collapsable so you can vary the degree of extension depending on the focal length. I've got some but I eventually replaced them with hard hoods - either generic or from the manufacturer.

 

[hilton]

Ok just bought one for my new 15-85 so I'll see how it goes. Only cost me R159 so it's not like I've broken the bank or anything.

Also walked away with a Grip for my 60D, nice cleaning kit, hard hoodie for the 28 f/1.8 and a remote shutter switch. Ok so I lied about the bank....................

 

[bwana]

Ok just bought one for my new 15-85 so I'll see how it goes. Only cost me R159 so it's not like I've broken the bank or anything.

Also walked away with a Grip for my 60D, nice cleaning kit, hard hoodie for the 28 f/1.8 and a remote shutter switch. Ok so I lied about the bank....................

Sensor?

 

[hilton]

Just for the lenses, the sensor kit was over R500 so I'll have to think about that one as I'm not sure I'm up to it. Is it easy to clean?

 

[bwana]

Just for the lenses, the sensor kit was over R500 so I'll have to think about that one as I'm not sure I'm up to it. Is it easy to clean?

I'd rather spend money on sensor cleaning equipment. Best thing to clean a lens with is Rizla or breath and a soft cloth.

 

[hilton]

Thanks for this tip. I will take back the cleaning kit and chip in for the better sensor cleaning kit.

 

[bwana]

Thanks for this tip. I will take back the cleaning kit and chip in for the better sensor cleaning kit.

See if they have a sensor pen. Perfect to keep in the bag in case of sensor dust.

 

[koffiejunkie]

Best thing to clean a lens with is Rizla or breath and a soft cloth.

Just avoid the sticky side

 

[hilton]

Ok so I bought this cleaning kit from camerastuff.

Should I have rather bought this or this instead?

 

[bwana]

Ok so I bought this cleaning kit from camerastuff.

Should I have rather bought this or this instead?

That [lens] cleaning kit is a bit of an overkill for me. I suppose it's possible you might get something on your lens that condensation and a cloth wont take care of but it hasn't happened to me yet.

The SensorSwipe is part of a kit and you'd also need the Pec*Pads and Eclipse fluid if you go the wet route. So far the pen alone has served me well but eventually I'll probably have to invest in the other kit too.

Just avoid the sticky side

Words to live by.

 

[koffiejunkie]

That cleaning kit is a bit of an overkill for me.

For me too. My cameras tend to get stolen before dust had a chance to build up on the sensor

Words to live by.

Sadly, that was from experience. Fortunately no permanent damage was done!

 

[Zing]

collapsable hood

i bought the hoya for my 18-135 lens. when the lens is fully retracted then the hood is visible through the lens. it would make for an interesting effect if it made a complete circle but it cuts off the corners on the photo only. when the lens is fully extended then no issue. it screws into the lens which is also mildy irritating if changing filters. i'd rate it 4/10 for satisfaction.

 

[bwana]

i bought the hoya for my 18-135 lens. when the lens is fully retracted then the hood is visible through the lens. it would make for an interesting effect if it made a complete circle but it cuts off the corners on the photo only. when the lens is fully extended then no issue. it screws into the lens which is also mildy irritating if changing filters. i'd rate it 4/10 for satisfaction.

That's strange. I just tested mine at 18mm and didnt notice any vignetting (that's the term for what you're describing - photography is unparalleled when it comes pretentious terminology ) - on the fully retracted configuration and only slight vignetting in the corners when it is pulled out one stop. Mine is a different looking model though.

 

[BigAl-sa]

i bought the hoya for my 18-135 lens. when the lens is fully retracted then the hood is visible through the lens. it would make for an interesting effect if it made a complete circle but it cuts off the corners on the photo only. when the lens is fully extended then no issue. it screws into the lens which is also mildy irritating if changing filters. i'd rate it 4/10 for satisfaction.

Hoya Screw-In Rubber Zoom Lens Hood for 35mm to 200mm Lenses.

According to that, you should get vignetting at focal lengths below 35mm.

 

[bwana]

According to that, you should get vignetting at focal lengths below 35mm.

That would make sense then.

 

[Zing]

That's strange. I just tested mine at 18mm and didnt notice any vignetting (that's the term for what you're describing - photography is unparalleled when it comes pretentious terminology ) - on the fully retracted configuration and only slight vignetting in the corners when it is pulled out one stop. Mine is a different looking model though.

so if you see the hood thru your lens that's vignetting? coool...

hey. for what it does and for what i paid for it, i can unscrew it when i'm not using using it