The dedicated Vello HB-32 Lens Hood is specifically designed for use with Nikon's 18-140mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR, 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR, 18-105mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR & 18-70mm f/3.5-4.5G IF-ED lenses. It is primarily used to prevent unwanted stray light from entering the lens by extending and shading the end of it. A dedicated hood is crafted to perfectly suit the specific focal length of the lens it is designed for. Additionally, this hood features a non-glare matte finish on the interior surface to further prevent or limit lens flare. Also, since the end of the lens is extended, you get the added benefit of some extra protection from accidental impact.

The "petal" shape of this lens hood maximizes the amount of hood coverage for the minimum amount of weight and hood area. The bayonet mount is designed to also work in the reversed position, allowing the hood to be placed backwards over the lens for a more compact storage solution.

For Nikon 18-140mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR, 18-135mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR, 18-105mm f/3.5-5.6G ED VR & 18-70mm f/3.5-4.5G IF-ED Lenses

Designed to accommodate the exact angle of view of the camera's lens

Minimizes flare and ghosting by blocking out stray light

Protects your lens from accidental impact and the elements

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Would this fit to Nikon 18-35mm?

A: Unfortunately, no, the Vello HB-32 Dedicated Lens Hood is not compatible with the Nikon 18-35mm lens. If you own the Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 18-35mm f/3.5-4.5G ED Lens, then the Nikon HB-23 Bayonet Lens Hood or the Vello HB-23 Dedicated Lens Hood would be the correct lens hood for your needs.

Q: 2. Does this Vello HB-47 Dedicated Lens Hood fit a Nikon AF-S Nikkor 50mm f/1.8 G Autofocus Lens {58} or a Nikon 50mm f/1.8D lens {52}?

A: The Vello HB-47 Dedicated Lens Hood is only compatible with the Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.8G and Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 50mm f/1.4G lenses. It is not compatible with the Nikon AF NIKKOR 50mm f/1.8D Lens. You could use the Sensei PRO 52mm Aluminum Lens Hood with teh D lens. Here is the link: https://bhpho.to/2XREkh7

Q: 3. Does this go over the body of the lens or screw on the end of it? I'm wondering if i could still put a filter on it with this hood on.

A: Yes you can still fit a filter with the lens hood.

Q: 4. Can you turn this lens hood around for storage?

A: Yes Vello HB-90A Dedicated Lens Hood also connects to the lens in reverse position.

Q: 5. vello hood for AF-P 18-55mm DX lens?

A: No, this hood is for older variations of the 18-55mm DX. For the AF-P lens you need hood model HB-N106. I think that some of the fit issues which people have is due to there being about five versions of this DX lens over the years and a little homework is required to figure out which hood is compatible.

Q: 6. As in picture, it showed that the hood is bendable.. Is it make from plastic or rubber?

A: The hood is not bendable, in the one image the hood is actually reversed on the lens for storage (which could leave the impression that it was folded backwards, whereas it is actually just reverse-mounted on the lens). It is made of plastic.

Q: 7. for nikon 50mm 1.4d?

A: No, the HB-47 lens hood will not work. Please check out the LHM-52 lens hood. https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1079787-REG/sensei_lhm_52_pro_52mm_aluminum_lens.html/pageID/accessory

Q: 8. Hi, any chance this hood is also compatible with the Nikon 70-200 f/2.8E FL?

A: Unfortunately, the Vello HB-48 Dedicated Lens Hood is not compatible with the Nikon AF-S NIKKOR 70-200mm f/2.8E FL ED VR Lens.

Q: 9. Would this fit a 67MM lens

A: That lens is designed for the Nikon 18-140, 18-135, 18-105 and 18-70. Those lenses all take 67mm diameter filters. However, with that said, those are the only lenses for which this lens hood is designed.

Q: 10. Will this hood work on the Nikon Z DX 18-140?

A: No, the Vello HB-90A Dedicated Lens Hood is only for the NIKKOR Z DX 50-250mm F/4.5-6.3 lens. The only dedicated one we carry is by Nikon, https://bhpho.to/3pddxa4 . And these are some non-dedicated ones will work. But attach to the lens via the filter thread, https://bhpho.to/3si0V3h , https://bhpho.to/36A9UEp and https://bhpho.to/35meINb .