Question about the GL2's lens hood and lens cap at DVinfo.net

David Ho · January 14th, 2004, 02:20 AM

Ok, I've attached the lens hood, but now if I want to stop using the camcorder, is there another cap that I can put on? Or can I still use the existing lens cap? I just want to protect the lens after use.... do you guys usually store the gl2 WITH the lens hood on after use in a bag or without it? I just want to set on the lens hood and forget it, rather than unscrewing it each time I want to put away the camcorder...also, can you use UV filters + a lens cap?

Ken Tanaka · January 14th, 2004, 02:29 AM

The lens hood shoud remain mounted at all times unless you have a specific reason for doing otherwise (such as using an accessory lens). The hood does not interfere with the use of the lens cap, which should be on the lens when not in use. Just reach in and pop it on.

Standard depth filters with threading on the inside of the outer rim edge should accommodate the lens cap with no trouble.

David Ho · January 14th, 2004, 02:31 AM

Hmm... I've just ordered a B+W 58mm 010 MRC Filter from B&H. Do you know if this can be used with the lens cap?

David Ho · January 14th, 2004, 02:41 AM

Are there also any things done to protect the viewfinder? Any cap for that?

Rob Wilson · January 14th, 2004, 10:10 AM

David,

Never seen anyone put a cap on the viewfinder. It would be pretty tough to scratch considering the protection the rubber eye cup provides.

On the other hand, protecting the LCD is not a bad plan. Stick on protectors that are marketed for PDA's work well on a LCD also. Provides a base level of protection and a writing surface (only very gently with soft tip pens) if you need it for framing ect.

Honglin Sun · January 14th, 2004, 10:42 AM

<<<-- Originally posted by David Ho : Hmm... I've just ordered a B+W 58mm 010 MRC Filter from B&H. Do you know if this can be used with the lens cap? -->>>

There is no problem to put on the lens cap with B+W filter. I use the exact same filter to protect my GL2.

January 14th, 2004, 02:20 AM	#1
David Ho Major Player Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 354	Question about the GL2's lens hood and lens cap Ok, I've attached the lens hood, but now if I want to stop using the camcorder, is there another cap that I can put on? Or can I still use the existing lens cap? I just want to protect the lens after use.... do you guys usually store the gl2 WITH the lens hood on after use in a bag or without it? I just want to set on the lens hood and forget it, rather than unscrewing it each time I want to put away the camcorder...also, can you use UV filters + a lens cap? __________________ "Everyone has a photographic memory. Some just don't have film."

January 14th, 2004, 02:29 AM	#2
Ken Tanaka Retired DV Info Net Almunus Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 6,943	The lens hood shoud remain mounted at all times unless you have a specific reason for doing otherwise (such as using an accessory lens). The hood does not interfere with the use of the lens cap, which should be on the lens when not in use. Just reach in and pop it on. Standard depth filters with threading on the inside of the outer rim edge should accommodate the lens cap with no trouble. __________________ Lady X Films: A lady with a boring wardrobe...and a global mission. Hey, you don't have enough stuff! Buy with confidence from our sponsors. Hand-picked as the best in the business...Really! See some of my work one frame at a time: www.KenTanaka.com

January 14th, 2004, 02:31 AM	#3
David Ho Major Player Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 354	Hmm... I've just ordered a B+W 58mm 010 MRC Filter from B&H. Do you know if this can be used with the lens cap? __________________ "Everyone has a photographic memory. Some just don't have film."

January 14th, 2004, 02:41 AM	#4
David Ho Major Player Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 354	Are there also any things done to protect the viewfinder? Any cap for that? __________________ "Everyone has a photographic memory. Some just don't have film."

January 14th, 2004, 10:10 AM	#5
Rob Wilson Major Player Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Flagstaff, AZ Posts: 473	David, Never seen anyone put a cap on the viewfinder. It would be pretty tough to scratch considering the protection the rubber eye cup provides. On the other hand, protecting the LCD is not a bad plan. Stick on protectors that are marketed for PDA's work well on a LCD also. Provides a base level of protection and a writing surface (only very gently with soft tip pens) if you need it for framing ect.

January 14th, 2004, 10:42 AM	#6
Honglin Sun New Boot Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 18	<<<-- Originally posted by David Ho : Hmm... I've just ordered a B+W 58mm 010 MRC Filter from B&H. Do you know if this can be used with the lens cap? -->>> There is no problem to put on the lens cap with B+W filter. I use the exact same filter to protect my GL2.