HB-57 Snap-On Type Lens Hood
Helps to reduce stray light which can cause flare.
$33.50*SRPSRP (Suggested Retail Price) listed only as a suggestion. Actual prices are set by dealers and are subject to change at any time.
HB-57 Snap-On Type Lens Hood
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Should we expect this type of quality for all Nikon products moving forward
This lens hood came with the Nikon 55-300mm lens. It crumbled into pieces after a few uses. The flaw in the design is the small ring that is glued to the larger plastic hood. After only a few uses, I was walking along and heard plastic hitting the ground around me. When i looked down the hood was on the ground separated into two pieces with the little tabs also bouncing across the floor. Then when you go online to see if you can get a replacement, all you read is the same experience time and time again. Replacing this is expensive and it will just break quickly again. Why bother?
Seems that Nikon is shipping an inferior product. There are alternatives out there and suggest that
May 7, 2012
Cheap...Garbage..
Had this 55-300 lens for about 6 months. Never had to actually use the lens hood, just took it off when I used the lens. Less than a dozen times. Took it off as usual last night, it came apart in my hands. It wasn't dropped, squeezed or mishandled. And they want 33 dollars to replace it? I think not.
March 9, 2012
Worst Nikon product ever made
Take care when handling this cheap lens hood, you can break it into pieces only by removing this product. To make things worse Nikon does not provide (wake up guys!) a compatible/similar hood of better quality (maybe a screw on hood) to replace this fragile peace of... hood.
December 12, 2011
Worst product ever
I have had two of these lens hoods. Both fell apart after one or two uses. They are complete garbage.
Worse, if you contact Nikon, they will do nothing.
July 28, 2011
I'm disappointed!
Like the summary, I am not happy with this hood.
Actually, the only thing I like about it is it's a snap-on hood. But it's really disappointing that it's fragile and it was in my hand for only 4 months. Now, I'm thinking I should buy new one or not. Because it will still break apart like the first one if the quality goes on like that.
July 27, 2011
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When will the HB-57 lens hood be available for purchase at the Nikon store? Is it the only one that will fit a 55-300mm zoom?
2 months, 4 weeks ago
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Anonymous
Seattle, WA
Location :
Seattle, WA
Age: 35-44
Favorite Subject: Sports
Nikon Family: 2-5 years
Experience: 6-12 months
Role: Just getting started with photography
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These terrible (Nikon should be embarrassed) lens hoods are also out of stock at on-line dealers. Basically there is not replacement for this lens hood.Jun 22, 2012 by
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Age: 55-65
Favorite Subject: Nature
Nikon Family: 6-10 years
Experience: More than a year
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
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Currently we don’t have the HB-57 Snap-On Type Lens Hood in stock at Nikon Store but you can get it at any online dealer. Just click on the link below and then to Authorized Dealers.http://www.nikonusa.com/Nikon-Produ...
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What other hood can I use to replace the HB-57?
It is well known that this hood is horrible, very fragile and expensive. Surely the nikon lens it is made for, the 55-300, is compatible with some other lens hood?
8 months ago
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pmphoto
USA
Location :
USA
Age: 55-65
Favorite Subject: Nature
Nikon Family: 2-5 years
Experience: More than a year
Role: Serious passion, hobbyist
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The 55-300mm lens is only compatible with the HB-57 lens hood.Has staff answer
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What's the best zoom lens for the Nikon D3100?
I recently brought a Nikon D3100 and I'm looking for a nice zoom lens for it. What's the best zoom lens for the Nikon D3100?
6 months ago
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Hitch
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Please click on the link below for the lens simulator; it will help you to make the decision on what lens you need.http://www.nikonusa.com/Nikon-Produ...
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I cannot find the HB-57 available from any source in North America. When will the part ship to American retailers?
I find the poor quality of this part and the lack of support for the users to be a blemish on the Nikon reputation. Looking for a response that you have a plan to quickly resolve the issue.
1 month, 2 weeks ago
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Hb57inpieces
Seattlle
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hiI would check with Service and Support.
It seems as though there has been a problem with this item...
Not very helpful, but i feel your dilemma
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NikonD
Sedona, AZ, USA
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Sedona, AZ, USA
Age: 45-54
Favorite Subject: Sports
Nikon Family: 11-20 years
Experience: More than a year
Role: Semi-professional photographer
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