The Heliopan Bay 2 Rubber Lens Hood is mounted to the front of the lens to prevent excess light from entering the lens causing lens flare. The flexible rubber design allows the lens hood to be flat-packed for compact storage and gives greater versatility with different focal length lenses. This hood is constructed of rubber that is bonded to a black brass ring for increased durability.

Helps to Prevent Lens Flare    Flexible Rubber Construction    Durable Brass Mounting Ring

Flexible rubber hood for compact storage and versatility with different lenses.

Hood is securely bonded to a brass ring for increased durability.

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Do you have to remove the lens shade after each use? Also, why are there slits in the shade itself?

A: Vello LHS-1650B Dedicated Lens Hood does not need to be removed after use. The slits on the shade allow it to be lighter.

Q: 2. Does this fit the Sony FE 100-400? And can you still use filters on the lens with it?

A: According to Sony, the Sony ALC-SH148 Lens Hood is currently only compatible for use with the Sony E PZ 18-110mm f/4 G OSS Lens. It would not be compatible for use with the Sony FE 100-400mm f/4.5-5.6 GM OSS Lens. That being said, you may use filters on the 95mm filter thread on the Sony E PZ 18-110mm f/4 G OSS Lens while the Sony ALC-SH148 Lens Hood is attached.

Q: 3. does the lens vignette with this hood attached?

A: This lens hood would not cause vignetting on the Hasselblad C Distagon 50mm Lens.

Q: 4. Does this create a light-tight seal between the lens and the mattebox?

A: This does have a fairly large opening in it to control the focus on one of the lenses it is designed for, such as the B&H # SLRAC502XMFT. It may not be light proof, however it will give you a strong connection to clamp a Matte Box to.

Q: 5. Will this fit the Fujinon XF 14mm f/2.8 lens?

A: I'm sorry, no, they are different diameters. There is a hood specific to the 14mm lens, click the link below to view; https://bhpho.to/2Db4gtX

Q: 6. Will this hood fit the original RX10?

A: Sony's commitment to customer satisfaction is our top priority. No it will not fit the RX10. - Glenn

Q: 7. The hood has cut-outs to see thru without hood blockage, but does it have a screw-in stop point for correct hood orientation?

A: Yes, the Leica Lens Hood for 35mm f/1.4 Summilux-M Lens has a screw in point for correct hood orientation.

Q: 8. Will this work on the G Lens 50mm F2.5?

A: No. The lens hood you'll need is the ALC-SH66, found here: https://bhpho.to/3GeY8N7

Q: 9. Will this hood fit the Canon RF-S 10-18mm lens? I cannot find a Vello EW-53B version hood.

A: No, the Vello LHC-EW53 Dedicated Lens Hood, BH #VELHCEW53 model would not work for the Canon RF-S 10-18mm f/4.5-6.3 IS STM Lens (Canon RF), BH #CA101845IS. We do not have an alternative that would work at this time.

Q: 10. What's the little door on the side for? Filter adjustments?

A: Yes, when a circular polarizer or variable ND filter is mounted to the front of the lens, the door in the hood allows you to make adjustments without removing it or reaching in from the front of it.