stuny Posted August 9, 2013 Share #21 Posted August 9, 2013 Advertisement (gone after registration) Dunk - Based on my experience with other slide-on Leica caps using a similar design its fit will wear over time and you will eventually lose that cap. I advise getting a spare now while you still can. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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dkCambridgeshire Posted August 9, 2013 Author Share #22 Posted August 9, 2013 Dunk - Based on my experience with other slide-on Leica caps using a similar design its fit will wear over time and you will eventually lose that cap. I advise getting a spare now while you still can. Yes you are right - it will soon wear loose. I just happen to have a suitable 68mm plastic cap that is a tighter fit: 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! ... so will fit the easy to replace plastic cap when out using the camera dunk Link to post Share on other sites Simply register for free here – We are always happy to welcome new members! ... so will fit the easy to replace plastic cap when out using the camera dunk ' data-webShareUrl='https://www.l-camera-forum.com/topic/208129-x-vario-lens-hood-dealers-have-them-in-stock/?do=findComment&comment=2393822'>More sharing options...
Bill W Posted August 9, 2013 Share #23 Posted August 9, 2013 Anyone out there know if this hood will work? New M 43mm Metal Vented Lens Hood Shade for Leica Camera | eBay Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
dkCambridgeshire Posted August 9, 2013 Author Share #24 Posted August 9, 2013 Anyone out there know if this hood will work? New M 43mm Metal Vented Lens Hood Shade for Leica Camera | eBay It would probably work at the long focus end of the zoom but it will cause vignetting at the mid to wide angle zoom range. It's hood for 50mm standard lens on a Leica rangefinder camera hence the vents. dunk Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill W Posted August 9, 2013 Share #25 Posted August 9, 2013 Oh well, just a thought, I do not need another item taking up space in my drawer of things that almost worked.... Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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