Lens hood for 450D kit lens (18-55 IS)

[CumbrianCanary]

Hi,

I am new to this forum and also DSLRs. I have just bought a 450D and very pleased with it. I'll post some pictures when I have sorted out processing my RAW images!

I was wondering what people's thoughts are on a lens hood for the kit lens, the 18-55mm IS that comes with the camera. Is it worth getting one, and if so, what would people recommend?

Many thanks
CC

 

[hashcake]

Personally I would wait.
You probably will soon find (like many of use have) that the kit lens wont be the only lens you buy.
It's not a bad lens but at 55m it's quite restrictive for a longer range.
Get use to the camera first then think about hoods with newer lenses when you decide to upgrade.

 

[Little Man]

I'd just buy one personally, it'll help reduce lens flare and un-wanted light entering the lens, and it'll also protect the end of your lens from knocks and bumps.

You can get them on ebay for a few quid, so it's hardly breaking the bank if you do end up swapping the kit lens for something better.

I've just bought a petal one (flower shaped edges, i've got a bit of a fetish for them) for my 18-55 IS off ebay for about £4.50 delivered.

 

[oldgit]

Never used one on the kit lens I had on my 300D (yes that long ago), but I did fit a UV filter for what it was worth, since I didnt drop it. Never had a problem with lens flare either.

I'd save your money for whatever you buy next.

 

[rpcrowe]

Try a Chinese knock-off from eBay. It is reasonable in price and the one I have for my 17-55mm f/2.8 IS lens fits and works as well as the OEM shade.