Rob Studdert mused: > > On 15 Mar 2005 at 11:17, Tom C wrote: > > > Clear answer... Thanks. I figured it must have to due with possible > > vignetting, as many wide angle hoods are rectangular. I didn't put two and > > two > > together and realize that the petal shape was a deliberate compromise for > > size. > > And is really only designed to complement a full 35mm frame, integrated hoods > on 35mm full frame lenses aren't really suitable for use with APS sized > sensors. > > http://www.flexhood.com/
The work about as well as they do for the central portion of a 35mm frame. Sure, you could do better with a custom design for the APS-sized sensor. But it's not going to work any worse than it did on a 35mm film camera.
