| john_g |
| (Pooh-bah Hoo-ha) |
| 20/06/2008 10:03 |
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Re: AS-S Nikkor 18-70
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Yep. Imagine the sun isn't in the picture you're about to take, but it's close. In this case a lens hood effectively shields the front of the lens from any direct sunlight which might well cause flare or a general deterioration and softening of the image. I don't use them all the time - for example, when the sun is behind me, but there are times when they make an important difference and, don't forget, they can also be used to help protect the front of the lens from physical damage.