Reducing 'flare' caused by light shining directly on the lens' front element.
The hood stops unwanted stray light from entering the lens and protects the front element from accidental bumps and knocks.
Blocks stray light
Blocks Stray Light The hood stops unwanted stray light from entering the lens and protects the front element from accidental bumps and knocks. Reducing 'flare' caused by light shining directly on the lens' front element.