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Sony ALCSH0006.AE Lens Hood for SAL 18-70

Name: Sony ALCSH0006.AE Lens Hood for SAL 18-70
Brand: Sony
SKU: ALCSH0006.AE

★★★★★4.7 (3 reviews)

A dedicated petal-style lens hood for the Sony SAL 18-70mm that cuts flare and shields the front element from bumps.

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Overview

The Sony ALC-SH0006 is a dedicated lens hood designed exclusively for the Sony SAL1870 (18-70mm) A-mount lens. Its primary function is to block stray light from entering the lens at oblique angles, which reduces flare and ghosting artifacts that can wash out contrast and color in photographs. The hood's shape is engineered to match the specific focal length range of the 18-70mm zoom, providing effective shading without introducing vignetting at the wider end of the zoom range.

Weighing just 9 grams and measuring 75mm in diameter by 16mm in depth, the hood adds virtually no bulk or weight to the lens setup. The ABS/PC plastic construction is lightweight and reasonably durable for everyday use, though it prioritizes portability over heavy-duty impact resistance. Beyond light management, the hood serves as a practical front-element protector, absorbing minor bumps and keeping fingers, rain drops, and debris away from the glass. It attaches via a bayonet mount on the front of the SAL1870 lens and can be reversed for compact storage when not in use.

Key Features

Product description: Sony – alc-sh0006

Product Type: Sun Shield for SAL1870

Material: ABS/PC

Size: 75 mm diameter x 16 mm long

Weight: 9 g.Manufacturer's warranty: 1 year

Specifications

Product Type

Lens Hood

Compatibility

Sony SAL1870 Lens

Material

ABS/PC

Diameter

75mm

Depth

16mm

Weight

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

Purpose-built for the SAL 18-70mm lens, ensuring proper fit without vignetting across the zoom range
Lightweight ABS/PC construction adds virtually no weight at just 9 grams
Helps reduce lens flare and ghosting caused by stray light hitting the front element
Provides a physical buffer that protects the front lens element from accidental bumps and contact

👎 Cons

Only compatible with the Sony SAL1870 lens, offering no versatility for other lenses in a kit
The 16mm depth provides limited shading compared to deeper hoods used on telephoto lenses
Does not include any felt or flocking lining on the interior to further reduce internal reflections
ABS/PC material can crack under hard impacts rather than flexing like rubber alternatives

Frequently Asked Questions

Which lens is this hood compatible with?

It is specifically designed for the Sony SAL1870 (18-70mm) A-mount lens and may not fit other lenses properly.

Does the hood reverse for storage?

Yes, like most Sony lens hoods, the ALC-SH0006 can be reversed and mounted backwards on the lens for compact storage in a camera bag.

What material is the hood made from?

It is constructed from ABS/PC (a blend of acrylonitrile butadiene styrene and polycarbonate), which is lightweight yet durable.

Will this hood vignette at the wide end of the 18-70mm zoom range?

No, the hood is shaped specifically for the 18-70mm focal range to prevent vignetting at any zoom setting.