Just bought a lens hood

STL · #1 08-06-2010, 04:49 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 · #2 08-06-2010, 05:00 PM

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Originally Posted by STL

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 · #3 08-06-2010, 05:03 PM

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Originally Posted by RangerLuc

whats a lens hood?

x2

STL · #4 08-06-2010, 05:04 PM

JGiddy · #5 08-06-2010, 05:14 PM

i thought you were talking about those black plastic strips that go on top of the headlamps

STL · #6 08-06-2010, 05:15 PM

No that is why this is in the photography section

RangerLuc · #7 08-06-2010, 05:38 PM

pic doesnt work on my comp for some reason...

RangerNDog · #8 08-06-2010, 05:51 PM

DieHard4rd · #9 08-06-2010, 06:52 PM

They are used to prevent lens flare. When dirrect sunlight hits your lens, it causes lens flare.

Lens flare:

No lens flare:

JGiddy · #10 08-06-2010, 10:19 PM

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Originally Posted by STL

No that is why this is in the photography section

i know, i was gonna tell you wrong section

STL · #11 08-07-2010, 06:02 AM

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Originally Posted by SNOWBALL09

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 · #12 08-07-2010, 06:18 AM

what kinda cam u have STL

STL · #13 08-07-2010, 06:32 AM

Sony A330 DSLR

Demon-FX4 · #14 08-07-2010, 06:37 AM

nice

DieHard4rd · #15 08-07-2010, 09:49 AM

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Originally Posted by STL

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.