stephengv Posted March 7, 2017 Share #1 Posted March 7, 2017 Advertisement (gone after registration) Hi, I recently bought a 12504 Lens hood from Keh to use on my 35mm Summicron ASPH Ver.1. Problem is I'm having a hard time removing the (rounded) lens cap when the said hood is attached. Just wondering if there is a specific lens cap for the 12504 cap? Bonus question, my 12504 is engraved with "Leitz Werzlar Germany", any idea what year was this made? Thank you. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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a.noctilux Posted March 7, 2017 Share #2 Posted March 7, 2017 Try clip-on cap for 58mm front diameter. Some type may stay clipped. I use "noname" caps on hoods, 58mm for 12504 and 52mm for 12585. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
michaelwj Posted March 7, 2017 Share #3 Posted March 7, 2017 I use a standard Nikon 58mm cap. Fits a treat and is secure, but I usually don't use a cap except for long distance transport where I remove the hood anyway. I think all 12504s have the same engraving, at least I've never seen otherwise. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
lct Posted March 8, 2017 Share #4 Posted March 8, 2017 There are "Leica camera" 12504 hoods as well (pic). Never heard of a specific lens cap for 12504 but the 39mm Voigtlander clip-on lens cap does fit with the 12585 hood if memory serves. Never tried it with the 12504 hood though. Welcome, dear visitor! As registered member you'd see an image here… Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/270117-lens-cap-for-12504-lens-hood/?do=findComment&comment=3229226'>More sharing options...
michaelwj Posted March 8, 2017 Share #5 Posted March 8, 2017 Thanks for the engraving correction. I suppose any pinch type 39mm cap will fit inside? I used the Voigtlander one inside the hood of the 35mm color-skopar - very easy to get on and off (or is that in and out?). Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
stephengv Posted March 8, 2017 Author Share #6 Posted March 8, 2017 I have the voigtlander lens cap, however I use it with my Color Skopar 21. I just bought a generic 58mm Lens Cap, without any brand, but I assume its for Nikon Cameras. It works! thank you for the recommendation. My only problem with it is it look cheap haha and adds bulk. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
stephengv Posted March 8, 2017 Author Share #7 Posted March 8, 2017 Advertisement (gone after registration) By the way, I tried my Canon Lens caps but it doesn't stay in place. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
michaelwj Posted March 8, 2017 Share #8 Posted March 8, 2017 By the way, I tried my Canon Lens caps but it doesn't stay in place. Another reason why Nikon is better than Canon... Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Exodies Posted March 8, 2017 Share #9 Posted March 8, 2017 I have the voigtlander lens cap, however I use it with my Color Skopar 21. I just bought a generic 58mm Lens Cap, without any brand, but I assume its for Nikon Cameras. It works! thank you for the recommendation. My only problem with it is it look cheap haha and adds bulk. Have you tried painting a red dot on it? Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
stephengv Posted March 8, 2017 Author Share #10 Posted March 8, 2017 Hahaha. But seriously, I think it would be better to just get the 39mm Clip on hood like the voigtlander. Have you tried painting a red dot on it? Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
stephengv Posted March 9, 2017 Author Share #11 Posted March 9, 2017 Just wondering, wil a 39mm Leica Metal Lenscap work with the 12504 lens hood? Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
michaelwj Posted March 9, 2017 Share #12 Posted March 9, 2017 (edited) Just wondering, wil a 39mm Leica Metal Lenscap work with the 12504 lens hood? You mean the slip on one? No. You'll need a pinch type that you can access from the centre. If you can mount the hood backwards, then there is a cap that will fit over the reversed hood (obviously you can't reverse it with a S7 filter in it). Can't remember the part # sorry. Edit: Part number 14033 Edited March 9, 2017 by michaelwj Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
stephengv Posted March 9, 2017 Author Share #13 Posted March 9, 2017 I don't think I can put the hood in reverse. You're right, its better to get the small cap that can be remove by pinching the center. You mean the slip on one? No. You'll need a pinch type that you can access from the centre. If you can mount the hood backwards, then there is a cap that will fit over the reversed hood (obviously you can't reverse it with a S7 filter in it). Can't remember the part # sorry. Edit: Part number 14033 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael Geschlecht Posted March 9, 2017 Share #14 Posted March 9, 2017 (edited) Hello Stephen, Welcome to the Forum. Just a small point of clarification here:The lens that you are writing about does take a filter which has the specifications of: 39mm thread diameter with a 0.5mm thread pitch. This is generally written as a: Leitz/Leica E39 filter. The outside diameter of the LENS in question which takes a 14033 reversed lens hood cap is 42 mm where the reversed lens hood clips on. The actual cap size designation is "A42". Whatever you call these types of caps which come in various sizes for Leitz/ Leica lens hoods: Many people find that altho they are useful when storing lenses in a vertical position (Cap up.). When they are used in a number of other contexts they often fall off. Therefore many people ONLY use them when storing their lenses. Often in a vertical (Cap up.) position. Best Regards, Michael Edited March 9, 2017 by Michael Geschlecht Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
stephengv Posted March 12, 2017 Author Share #15 Posted March 12, 2017 Thanks for the reply and the detailed explanation. So the "14033 reversed lens hood" is not advisable when using the lens while traveling or shooting? (Of course while inside the camera bag) Hello Stephen, Welcome to the Forum. Just a small point of clarification here:The lens that you are writing about does take a filter which has the specifications of: 39mm thread diameter with a 0.5mm thread pitch. This is generally written as a: Leitz/Leica E39 filter. The outside diameter of the LENS in question which takes a 14033 reversed lens hood cap is 42 mm where the reversed lens hood clips on. The actual cap size designation is "A42". Whatever you call these types of caps which come in various sizes for Leitz/ Leica lens hoods: Many people find that altho they are useful when storing lenses in a vertical position (Cap up.). When they are used in a number of other contexts they often fall off. Therefore many people ONLY use them when storing their lenses. Often in a vertical (Cap up.) position. Best Regards, Michael Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
lct Posted March 12, 2017 Share #16 Posted March 12, 2017 Are you sure the 12504 hood can be reversed on the 35/2 asph v1 folks? I don't remember if the focus tab of the lens gets in the way of the hood when reversed. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael Geschlecht Posted March 16, 2017 Share #17 Posted March 16, 2017 (edited) Hello LCT, A 12585 (Similar to 12504.) will NOT fit reversed on a V1, 35mm Summicron (Goggled or not goggled.) because the infinity lock tab gets in the way. Whoops, didn't notice the "asph". Best Regards, Michael Edited March 16, 2017 by Michael Geschlecht 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
wattsy Posted March 17, 2017 Share #18 Posted March 17, 2017 (edited) I think it would be better to just get the 39mm Clip on hood like the voigtlander. You're right, its better to get the small cap that can be remove by pinching the center. I don't recommend this arrangement. I used a generic E39 pinch-type cap for a while with the 12504 hood and found it fiddly to get the cap on and off. I put up with it for about a year until I was able to bring myself to spend £100 on the 12526 plastic rectangular hood and ditch the 12504. I much prefer the 12526. Edited March 17, 2017 by wattsy 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob L Posted March 18, 2017 Share #19 Posted March 18, 2017 Optech "Hood Hats" are great for these vented hoods. they cover the entire hood, vents and all, and you can stuff them in your pocket. Quote Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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