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**miltona580** · 04-03-2011, 12:14 PM

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Hey guys, I recently got the Pentax K-x kit with the two DAL lenses in it (18-55, and 55-300), and I noticed Pentax cheaped out a little and didn't include lens hoods! Will the Pentax brand DA lens hoods fit the DAL lenses?

Also, can you use a circular polarizing filter or a UV filter with these hoods? Can anyone recommend a good one of either? My interests tend to lie with outdoor photography, so I probably do need these filters.

Adam · 04-03-2011, 12:24 PM

Yes to both (Although the hoods can end up being pricey)! Hoya CPL filters are good: Hoya 52mm Circular Polarizing Glass Filter B52CRPL B&H Photo

**dadipentak** · 04-03-2011, 12:30 PM

I have to say I think it's really skuzzy of Pentax to sell lenses w/o hoods.

**miltona580** · 04-03-2011, 12:32 PM

I agree. I've already had trouble with the big one getting unwanted light. It's just annoying, but oh well, it's still a great camera and a good lens.

Frettop · 04-03-2011, 02:06 PM

They have include the L series of lenses in the kit to keep the prices at a certain price point. The L lenses have plastic instead of metal mounts and no lens shades. The lens shades are pricey like everything in photography. I mean really just look at the prices on accessories it's ridiculous.

gp1806 · 04-03-2011, 07:49 PM

These are cheap and work well.
PH-RBA 52mm Lens Hood for Pentax-DA 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 AL - eBay (item 370216090932 end time Apr-07-11 00:29:05 PDT)

PH-RBG 58mm Lens Hood for Pentax DA 55-300mm F4-5.8 ED | eBay

AstraNine · 04-04-2011, 02:51 AM

Is it actually essential to use lens hoods? So far I have not although its early days for me.

**Digitalis** · 04-04-2011, 03:10 AM

Originally posted by AstraNine

Is it actually essential to use lens hoods?

Even though SMC coatings are exceptionally good at reducing lens flare - prevention remains a better alternative than recovering an image that is washed out from flare, which could have been prevented from the use of a lens hood. Also with faster lenses lens hoods can in fact increase contrast and improve lens performance.

pop4 · 04-04-2011, 03:27 AM

Originally posted by AstraNine

Is it actually essential to use lens hoods? So far I have not although its early days for me.

Lens hoods can also provide physical protection for the front of your camera lenses

04-03-2011, 12:14 PM	#1
miltona580 Site Supporter Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 309	Lens hoods Staff note: This post may contain affiliate links, which means Pentax Forums may earn a small commission if a visitor clicks through and makes a purchase. If you would like to support the forum directly, you may also make a donation here. Hey guys, I recently got the Pentax K-x kit with the two DAL lenses in it (18-55, and 55-300), and I noticed Pentax cheaped out a little and didn't include lens hoods! Will the Pentax brand DA lens hoods fit the DAL lenses? Also, can you use a circular polarizing filter or a UV filter with these hoods? Can anyone recommend a good one of either? My interests tend to lie with outdoor photography, so I probably do need these filters.

04-03-2011, 12:24 PM	#2
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,608	Yes to both (Although the hoods can end up being pricey)! Hoya CPL filters are good: Hoya 52mm Circular Polarizing Glass Filter B52CRPL B&H Photo Adam PentaxForums.com Webmaster (Site Usage Guide \| Site Help \| My Photography) PentaxForums.com server and development costs are user-supported. You can help cover these costs by donating or purchasing one of our Pentax eBooks. Or, buy your photo gear from our affiliates, Adorama, B&H Photo, KEH, or Topaz Labs, and get FREE Marketplace access - click here to see how! Trusted Pentax retailers:

04-03-2011, 12:30 PM	#3
dadipentak Site Supporter Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Baltimore, Maryland Photos: Gallery Posts: 11,590	Struck a nerve I have to say I think it's really skuzzy of Pentax to sell lenses w/o hoods.

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04-03-2011, 12:32 PM	#4
miltona580 Site Supporter Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Oklahoma Posts: 309 Original Poster	I agree. I've already had trouble with the big one getting unwanted light. It's just annoying, but oh well, it's still a great camera and a good lens.

04-03-2011, 02:06 PM	#5
Frettop Inactive Account Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Ontario, Canada Photos: Albums Posts: 4	They have include the L series of lenses in the kit to keep the prices at a certain price point. The L lenses have plastic instead of metal mounts and no lens shades. The lens shades are pricey like everything in photography. I mean really just look at the prices on accessories it's ridiculous.

04-03-2011, 07:49 PM	#6
gp1806 Veteran Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Chicago suburbs Photos: Albums Posts: 848	These are cheap and work well. PH-RBA 52mm Lens Hood for Pentax-DA 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 AL - eBay (item 370216090932 end time Apr-07-11 00:29:05 PDT) PH-RBG 58mm Lens Hood for Pentax DA 55-300mm F4-5.8 ED \| eBay

04-04-2011, 02:51 AM	#7
AstraNine Junior Member Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Portsmouth Posts: 45	Is it actually essential to use lens hoods? So far I have not although its early days for me.

04-04-2011, 03:10 AM	#8
Digitalis Site Supporter Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Melbourne, Victoria Photos: Gallery Posts: 11,695	Originally posted by AstraNine Is it actually essential to use lens hoods? Even though SMC coatings are exceptionally good at reducing lens flare - prevention remains a better alternative than recovering an image that is washed out from flare, which could have been prevented from the use of a lens hood. Also with faster lenses lens hoods can in fact increase contrast and improve lens performance.

04-04-2011, 03:27 AM	#9
pop4 Veteran Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: YMML Photos: Gallery Posts: 1,879	Originally posted by AstraNine Is it actually essential to use lens hoods? So far I have not although its early days for me. Lens hoods can also provide physical protection for the front of your camera lenses