Screw-In Camera Lens Hoods

Screw-In Camera Lens Hoods

A lens hood is a great accessory for photographers of all abilities to create the best possible images. There are many different screw-in camera lens hoods available to suit the specifications of your camera and camera lenses .

How it works

Lens hoods are designed to prevent any unwanted light from entering the lens by shading the circumference of the lens. This type of lens hood screws into the barrel thread of your camera so it's very quick and easy to fit. Some lens hoods allow you to connect a lens cap to them, allowing you to leave them on while shooting. If you have a zoom lens attached to your camera, the lens hood has a curved opening.

Benefits

Sunlight can cause distortion of the image so it's best to prevent unwanted light from entering the camera. A lens hood is great at preventing an unexpected lens flare from ruining a picture. The light from around the sides does not need to enter the camera anyway so blocking it out will not alter the quality of your photo, only enhance it. Sunlight from around the edges can also cause small red spots to appear in the image and a lens hood is a great way to prevent this.

As the end of the lens is protected, you're less likely to damage it if the camera falls over. There is also less likelihood of scratches to the lens and surface contact is more difficult.

Build

Most camera lens hoods are made from high quality aluminium which is lightweight and robust so will last for many years. Available in various different sizes, make sure you select the right one for your digital camera . Sizes are in millimetres so you should consult your camera's instruction manual before purchasing your desired camera lens hood.