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STL
08-06-2010, 03:49 PM
I am seeking advise the proper way to position it.

I have yet to get any pictures with it on and off to determine if it will help.
RangerLuc
08-06-2010, 04:00 PM
I am seeking advise the proper way to position it.

I have yet to get any pictures with it on and off to determine if it will help.

whats a lens hood?
01DangerRanger
08-06-2010, 04:03 PM
whats a lens hood?

x2 :D
STL
08-06-2010, 04:04 PM
http://www.dcresource.com/reviews/canon/powershot_sx10-assets/camera-lens-hood.jpg
JGiddy
08-06-2010, 04:14 PM
i thought you were talking about those black plastic strips that go on top of the headlamps
STL
08-06-2010, 04:15 PM
No that is why this is in the photography section
RangerLuc
08-06-2010, 04:38 PM
pic doesnt work on my comp for some reason...
RangerNDog
08-06-2010, 04:51 PM
http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41ShABng58L._SL500_AA300_.jpg
DieHard4rd
08-06-2010, 05:52 PM
They are used to prevent lens flare. When dirrect sunlight hits your lens, it causes lens flare.




Lens flare:
http://i287.photobucket.com/albums/ll144/windblown466/0521.jpg


No lens flare:
http://i287.photobucket.com/albums/ll144/windblown466/052.jpg
JGiddy
08-06-2010, 09:19 PM
No that is why this is in the photography section

i know, i was gonna tell you wrong section :eek:
STL
08-07-2010, 05:02 AM
They are used to prevent lens flare. When dirrect sunlight hits your lens, it causes lens flare.
Lens flare:
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No lens flare:


So is it best to turn the part toward the sun or just have it up straight
Demon-FX4
08-07-2010, 05:18 AM
what kinda cam u have STL
STL
08-07-2010, 05:32 AM
Sony A330 DSLR
Demon-FX4
08-07-2010, 05:37 AM
nice :)
DieHard4rd
08-07-2010, 08:49 AM
So is it best to turn the part toward the sun or just have it up straight

Mine seems to work best with the wide parts of the hood on the top & bottom. Once in a while if the sun is at a harsh angle I will use my hand to help shade the lens.
beef08
08-07-2010, 09:34 AM
i have no idea which way you should have em but i did read that you should always have a lens hood on though
turbo
09-01-2010, 12:21 PM
David has it right. Widest parts of the hood at the top & bottom; if you position it with the widest parts of the hood on the left & right, you'll start seeing it intrude on the sides of your pictures, especially on wide angle shots.
Clinton
09-01-2010, 12:43 PM
You.....need advice??????????
STL
09-01-2010, 01:35 PM
You.....need advice??????????

I need advise?

If that was directed to me yes I need help.


O and by the way 10,000 Post!!!!!!!!! :star: :star: :star:
Clinton
09-01-2010, 01:43 PM
I need advise?

If that was directed to me yes I need help.


O and by the way 10,000 Post!!!!!!!!! :star: :star: :star:

Yeah....Thats the first time I have seen "the guru" ask for advice on anything
STL
09-01-2010, 01:51 PM
Never claimed I was the guru
turbo
09-01-2010, 02:35 PM
that's the point. a true guru wouldn't need to claim it. ;)

Myke, your body of work stands on its own merit -- look at how you've progressed in the art over the past several months. Testament to that, browse through your "past winners" post in the contest forum and note how many of them are your photos.

You're doing just fine, asking questions when you need to, and doing plenty of self-study and experimentation. You don't become a great photographer by reading or talking about photography; you become a great photographer by taking photographs. lots of 'em. some of which will be great. (that ratio will improve as your talents grow)
Clinton
09-01-2010, 02:40 PM
Never claimed I was the guru

I know you never said that, But I haven't seen a question you couldn't answer
STL
09-01-2010, 02:45 PM
that's the point. a true guru wouldn't need to claim it. ;)

Myke, your body of work stands on its own merit -- look at how you've progressed in the art over the past several months. Testament to that, browse through your "past winners" post in the contest forum and note how many of them are your photos.

You're doing just fine, asking questions when you need to, and doing plenty of self-study and experimentation. You don't become a great photographer by reading or talking about photography; you become a great photographer by taking photographs. lots of 'em. some of which will be great. (that ratio will improve as your talents grow)

Thanks

I take the camera with me every where never know when you may see something cool or strange.

I know you never said that, But I haven't seen a question you couldn't answer

Come over to my house and listen to some of the questions my boy ask me. :eek:

I just shake my head and say "Boy what is wrong with you?"
Clinton
09-01-2010, 02:46 PM
That's too funny!!!