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The thing that goes around the lense for the sun...

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Spring Sun Posted: 06-05-2008 12:11 PM

Yeah, I am such a professional ;)  What is that thing called that fits over the top of the lense to help on bright days?  How do I use it, when would I use it?  Any help would be appreciated.  I did a shoot in the mts this weekend, and it was soo sunny, I am afraid I did not get any good shots.

Stacey Potter

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It's called a lens hood. I use mine to prevent sun glare and to keep the glass from getting scratched.

 

-Jill

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Sometimes I use one but a lot of times it gets in my way and I take it off =)

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your joking right??

 

 

 

right????

 

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do they really make a big difference? I never use one. Really. <hangs head>

Christy
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Sadly, I am not joking. I have much to learn about photography. Esp how to spell the word "lens."  That is a huge reason why a took an apprenticship that only pays $12.50/hour.   But thank you all!

Stacey Potter

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 I shoot around kids a lot, so I use them to prevent kids from banging into my lens.

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 They always come with my lenses, but I store them away and never use them either.

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I always use mine, but I take a lot of outdoor shots. I actually bought the ones that you can turn around and 'store' on your lens when you switch lenses.

Jennifer 

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Yes, I've been using mine alot more too now, in the sun. I have a few that turn around and store on lens, I should see if the rest do that or if I have to purchase them that way.

 - Angela

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