Hi folks - I've just acquired a 240 mm f5.6 Nikkor-W lens and want a lens hood for it. Is there a standard hood? I can't find any reference on Nikon websites. The lens has an 82 mm filter thread. I could just take a calculated guess, but someone might know exactly how long a hood I should get. Thanks.
It depends on what size of format you are using, 4x5 can be longer, 5x7 can be less.
If you are not totally hang up on the shade, I'd install a "french-flag" on a goose neck, since you should be able to see (at the bottom) whether it interferes with the view.....and you could use this for other lenses.
Just my 2 centavos.
Les
there isn't a standard hood for most LF lenses because they can be used with various sizes of film. I recommend a Lee hood with filter slots. The french flag Les mentioned is also a good option, I made one that mounts in my cold shoe brackets.
Hi - Yes, of course, I should have said I'm using it for 8x10. Thanks for the idea of a french flag. Cheers.
What kind of camera are you using? Usually the lens hood is adjustable and attaches to the camera as part of the camera's system of accessories.
Take a chance for $8 and see: General Brand 82mm Collapsible Rubber Lens Hood.
B&H usually sells a regular and a wide angle lens hood. I see only this one.
Charley
Thanks everyone for the advice. I'm using a old Kodak 2-D, so it doesn't come with a "system of accessories".
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