Lens filter vs lens hood

[stvn66]

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If I use  a screw in orange lens filter on my 50mm Summarit lens to counter any flare effects, would this cancel the need for a lens hood?

Edited May 13, 2019 by stvn66

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[pico]

No

[Stacey]

As someone else stated, no it doesn't "replace" the function of a lens hood/shade. It simply is used as a contrast filter, which does help it cut through atmospheric haze.

[stvn66]

Thank you 👍

[jaapv]

Actually, it doesn't counter flare, it makes it worse.

[a.noctilux]

As Jaapv,

in my experiences, I don't use hood mainly (my choice for years),

but when I use one filter in lens front, the flare with filter on front can become "a flare too far" on pictures that I always put one hood on the lens,

when I need to use a filter more often now, colored ones with Monochrom M.

[spydrxx]

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Hoods are generally used to reduce flare or protect a lens from inadvertant front element bumping against stuff. Filters are generally used to change contrast or color temperature, or introduce special effects (soft focus, stars, etc), or to protect the front lens element from dust and scratches.