Canon ET-67B Lens Hood for EF-S 60mm f/2.8 Macro USM Digital SLR Lens

This hood is identical in quality to other Canon lens hoods. It has solid construction quality and fit. The plastic hood holds up well. The hood can be mounted in reverse for storage on the lens body. The inside is of the hood is lined with a non-reflective black velveteen fabric finish.The hood is designed for use on the  Canon EF-S 60mm f/2.8 Macro USM Digital SLR Lens for EOS Digital SLR Cameras  lens. Probably the biggest complaint is that it's not just included with the lens itself but is sold as an accessory. High-end Canon lenses typically always include the hood. This EF-S lens is in the sub-$500 category although it's probably one of the best EF-S lenses ever made (between this lens and the EF-S 17-55mm f/2.8 IS USM -- but that lens is in the "above $1000" category.)The hood is primarily intended to remove lens flare caused by light sources being able to directly shine on the front lens element, but as a secondary purpose they are commonly used as a form of mild lens protection -- keeping fingers that much farther away from accidentally smudging the glass and hopefully preventing the lens element from being able to bump into anything without actually requiring the use of a UV filter.

Pros:- Reduces flare and ghosting when shooting in bright light.- Helps protect your lens from dirt and scratches.- Somewhat protects the lens in case of a fall. Better to break the hood than the front element.- Makes you look more like you know what you are doing and helps to keep others from carelessly walking in front of you.Cons:- Will increase lens movement in windy situations, kind of like a sail on a boat.- Takes up more room in your bag, even when reversed they still add to the diameter of the lens.- People take more notice of you, will help to blow your cover if you are trying to keep a low profile.

Aside from the fact that Canon requires you to purchase your lens hoods separate from the lens I’m very glad I did make this purchase.As with most of the Canon hoods I have this one too has the “felt” lining on the interior wall of the hood which seems to help absorb the stray light coming in from the side.The main benefit for me is that I know the hood will touch an object before the glass will when performing macro photography, and as I don’t prefer to use UV filters on my lens this is a plus.You may be able to find an aftermarket hood to fit this specific lens but I didn’t mind paying the extra cost knowing that I was getting a quality hood.

Had a little trouble finding this hood. Even though it took a little while to arrive, it completes the lens accessories.

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You gotta be kidding me. $28 for an OEM plastic lens hood? Canon must be making a killing with this.When I bought my EFS 60mm, it didn't come with a hood. So I gave this hood a try knowing that I was getting a ripoff from Canon. If you take macro pictures, the hood is kinda getting into your way. So I don't use it that often. It does, however, offer some protection to the front barrel of your lens. For $28, I suggest saving your money for something else. Perhaps a cheap Chinese alternative would do.

This is a product that I like, but do not use very often. It attaches easily. It works well to shield bright light bleed outdoors. It is well built.

I'm not sure that I should have spent over $25 on this simple plastic lens hood. For macro work, flare is seldom an issue for me. I guess that its function as "air bag" lens protection may make the investment less painful some day if I manage to drop the camera or lens. "Canon" is an expensive word when it comes to accessories.

Great price and quick delivery, can't ask for more.