Canon
Canon 0575C001 ES-68 Lens Hood for 50mm f/1.8 STM
★★★★★
f/1.8
Shoot into the sun, toward window light, or across reflective surfaces — the ES-68 kills the flare that robs your 50mm STM of its contrast and color.
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Overview
Key Features
Canon ES-68 Lens Hood
Country of Origin:Japan
Model Number:0575C001
Style Name:0575C001
Specifications
Brand
Canon
Model
ES-68 (0575C001)
Compatible Lens
Canon EF 50mm f/1.8 STM
Hood Type
Petal / Tulip shape
Mount Type
Bayonet
Country of Origin
Japan
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- Eliminates the washed-out contrast and color shift that backlit or side-lit scenes produce on the 50mm STM's uncovered front element — images come back from the card with noticeably richer midtone separation.
- The bayonet mount is a Canon OEM fit — no wobble, no rotation under the hood, no guesswork about whether a third-party copy is seated correctly.
- Reverse-mounts onto the lens for transport, so there's no reason to leave it at home and regret it when the sun moves into your frame.
- Made in Japan — the build quality is consistent with Canon's optical accessory standard, and the petal geometry is optically correct for the 50mm field of view.
- Adds a meaningful layer of front-element protection during handheld street and event work.
👎 Cons
- Incompatible with simultaneous use of a front-mounted screw-in filter — you have to choose one or the other for a given shooting situation.
- Exclusive to the EF 50mm f/1.8 STM — if you shoot the older 50mm f/1.8 II or any other Canon prime, this hood does not fit or protect correctly.
- The petal shape, while optically optimized, is slightly more fragile than a round barrel hood at the tips — aggressive kit handling can chip the petals over time.
- Does not add weather sealing — in rain or mist, the front element remains exposed to moisture that reaches the opening.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will the ES-68 fit any Canon EF lens other than the 50mm f/1.8 STM?
The ES-68 is engineered specifically for the EF 50mm f/1.8 STM — the bayonet mount dimensions and petal geometry are matched to that lens's front element size and field of view. Fitting it to another lens may result in vignetting, an improper lock, or inadequate flare protection.
Does the ES-68 affect the ability to attach a UV or protective filter to the 50mm STM?
Yes — the ES-68 mounts to the lens's bayonet attachment ring, and once mounted it covers the front filter thread. You'll need to choose between the hood and a front-mounted filter for a given shoot; they cannot be used simultaneously.
Can the ES-68 be reversed onto the lens for storage and transport?
The petal-shaped ES-68 is designed to reverse-mount onto the lens barrel for compact storage without removing it from the kit bag. This is a practical feature when transitioning between indoor environments — where the hood may not be needed — and outdoor or mixed-light shooting.
How much does the ES-68 affect the overall size and handling of the 50mm f/1.8 STM kit?
The ES-68 adds a modest amount of length when extended, but the 50mm STM's compact profile means the combination remains a genuinely pocketable-feeling setup. The hood does not add meaningful weight and does not interfere with autofocus operation.
Does the ES-68 provide any physical lens protection beyond flare control?
The hood's barrel extends past the front element, offering a degree of incidental protection from light bumps, rain drops, and windblown debris landing on the glass. It is not a substitute for a filter in wet or dusty environments, but it does reduce direct front-element contact risk during handheld shooting.
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