Canon ET-65B Lens Hood for EF 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 IS and DO IS USM Lenses by Canon Cameras US
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Digital camera reviews of Canon ET-65B Lens Hood for EF 70-300mm f/4.5-5.6 IS and DO IS USM Lenses
Digital camera Review: Over priced
Summary: 3 Stars
Does what it's supposed to but way over priced. I was just cleaning out my old gear and looked at a Minolta lens hood, it's metal (aluminum?) and light, it's solid and probably costs less than 50% of what Canon's asking for. And why does it have to be so big? I guess Canon is trying to make you feel better that you are getting a big lens hood for your money.Digital camera Review: Overpriced but what choice do you have
Summary: 3 Stars
You really need a lens hood for the EF 70-300mm lens if you are shooting in strong sunlight as the lens is prone to sunspots. Beside the fact that this hood makes it look like you are wielding a bazooka it does the job is is meant to well. I can not tell you this is good value, $40 for a cheap bit of plastic is an amazing rip off. If you can find one manufactured by another company go for it, otherwise suck it up -- there is nothing you can do.Digital camera Review: Pros and Cons
Summary: 4 Stars
Pros:
- Reduces flare and ghosting when shooting in bright light.
- Helps protect your lens from dirt and scratches.
- Somewhat protects the lens in case of a fall. Better to break the hood than the front element.
- Makes you look more like you know what you are doing and helps keep others from carelessly walking in front of you.
Cons:
- Will increase lens movement in windy situations, kind of like a sail on a boat.
- Takes up more room in your bag, even when reversed they still add to the diameter of the lens.
- People take more notice of you, will help to blow your cover if you are trying to keep a low profile.
Digital camera Review: Useful
Summary: 5 Stars
Overpriced? Sure.
Useful? Of course, and in several ways. On a recent vacanza a Italia, the hood proved its worth not only as an excellent flare mitigator, but protected the front elements from damage (and I generally consider my gear babied) made possible by careless other tourists. Of course, the hood was a necessity during lengthy evening/night exposures, as well, in heavily traveled areas (Spanish Steps) because of the large doses of light provided streetlamps.
A slotted hood might ultimately provide better flare oblation across the entire zoom range, but this hood does its job.
For those who wonder, the hood works with both the DO and non-DO 70-300mm lenses.
For the record, I won't drop the star rating because of an excessive price. Protect your kit - and your exposure plane: use a hood.
Digital camera Review: You get what you pay for!
Summary: 5 Stars
I blush to admit it, but...I ordered a "cheap-o" hood first. What a mistake! It was a real pain to put on and take off. No matter how careful I was I felt like my lens gears were going to strip with every on/off operation. This OFFICIAL Canon version is perfect! Easy on and easy off. Plus it just feels better. Quality is quality every time. This is the hood to get! FYI: The "cheap-o" hood return was quick and simple. Amazon rocks!