Squarehood's square all-metal lens hood Review

[@graingourmet]

Finally someone who explains it in a simple way.

[@MattBrandon]

Glad it helped.

[@andy_elliott]

Thanks. This helped me buy the excellent Haoge H-X54B hood, as I don't want to be fiddling around with screws just to change a filter.

[@JoeLopez]

Excellent choice! I've been using the Haoge LH-X49B on my X100T and love it, it even allows the use of the OEM lens cap! I recently bought the NiSi UHD filter as well, I love them both :)

[@SneakyCaleb]

To bad it blocks the flash a bit casting a shadow and doesn’t lock in place constantly moves loose

[@neilmacmusic]

too many negatives including the high price- and $5 replacement screws at $50 postage..madness!

[@sheldonlukemackey]

Thank you Matt for this video I forgot how to set these things up and thanks to you everything went crystal clear!

[@GrenvilleMelonseedSkiff496]

Great video ... thanks! I'm thinking of purchasing an X100V this year and I'm trying to sort through all of the weather sealing with/without hood options ... too many! Can you tell me if the square hood mounted on the filter and Squarehood adapter is visible in the viewfinder? Also, I was hoping to find a solution that allows the use of the original lens cap. How secure is the Squarehood lens cap?

[@boshooda]

Thanks for the video, I was specifically interested in whether the metal colors matched before buying.

[@sphaera3809]

The different in shade definitely messes up my OCD… lol… That’s why I ordered my x100v in black… Also because it is more stealthy… I think I’ll stick with the Fuji hood though… I can see myself loosing that screw driver and having the square hood stuck to my lens forever…

[@deathfellow6737]

Thank you man for the useful video What are your top 3 fuji cameras? Just out of curiosity

[@mrcsanselmo]

Thanks for trying the filter, cause with all shops closed theres no other way of knowing if it works with other filters.

[@AlexChanHomeMeals]

I also got the same silver SquareHood and I love their updated adapter ring. I agree with you about the silver colour doesn't match. So black X100V would be better match with black SquareHood. Maybe in the future Fujifilm can put black lens on silver body. Many old film rangefinder did it this way. Some old rangefinder lens even have both black and silver colour like the Olympus 35SP.

[@MattBrandon]

Alex Chan yep, that would be very cool.

[@AlexChanHomeMeals]

@@MattBrandon When you screw the hood, does the screw touch the filter or the adapter ring?

[@MattBrandon]

@@AlexChanHomeMeals Sorry for the delay, if you are using the filter adapter then it screws onto the filter. (if you look closely on the video you will see the mark it made on the filter due to me screwing it too tight. However, if you are using just the lens hood then it screws and tightens onto part of the hood that is threaded. The screws never touch the camera body.

[@MattBrandon]

I have spoken with the makers of the Squarehood and they assure me their latest silver version is a closer match with the body colour than this one I have reviewed.

[@mike-jp1lt]

Great video! Struggling on squarehood vs JJC vs yc onion vs Haoge. But I learnt that brands other than squarehood would cause shadow on the picture when using the in-camera flash, could you tell me whether this one would cause shadow? (Gotta think twice as it is not that cheap)

[@jmbosma8439]

Late to the party, but then again…. Great instruction/review. One question: is the color-mismatch the same for the original X100? (the silver one) Hope you can answer this.

[@MattBrandon]

Not sure I can answer that, as they fixed the color issue with the later releases. I have the original. 100 but I don’t the newest Squarehood. You might try writing Customer support. Tell them I sent you.

[@LetMeFixThis]

Matt, thank you so much for the review, which is giving a lot of consideration to the various options. There´s however one reason I would not go for a square hood, whether from Squarehood or else - it´s impossible to use a polarizing filter with a square hood, as the filter needs to be rotated to work properly. Polarizing filters are impossible to "fake" by digital means, so you either have one on your lens or you don´t get the beautiful effects. Using the Squarehood hood one will always have to loosen the screws, detach the hood, mountand use the P filter, then reverse the whole process. With a circular hood, which (by form, not by size) typically do the trick even on fullsize DSLR´s, it´s much easier as the circular hoods do not need to be secured in place with tiny screws. Cheers; Chris

[@MattBrandon]

That’s a very good point. That and it’s just bulky to pack with the hood on.

[@TheVFXbyArt]

Great example. However, swapping between cirPol and black mist filters take priority over the lens hood. I use the circular vented lens hood, if even that. Gotta be able to swap filters fast without a screw driver!

[@vu1cana]

I disagree that the problem of color matching only is a small issue for some people. If you're getting this camera that's ABSOLUTELY gorgeous, plus the price of the squarehood, you better expect it's exactly the same and matches perfectly. Thankfully I own a black x100v and this isn't a huge issue for me, I preferred the incognito look. I feel bad for those who got the silver one, which aesthetically is more eyecatching therefore deserves more attention to detail for accesories.

[@MattBrandon]

I guess I don't see that it is that much of a colour difference. I admit there is some. But you'd have to be looking for it to see it. No one I have shown the lens hood to has ever mentioned it.

[@AlanHH]

Useful "how to" video - thanks. I've just bought a black X100v, and I'm certainly considering the Squarehood lens hood, although there seem to be no suppliers here in the UK so I'll have to order from Sweden.

[@MattBrandon]

Alan Hudson thanks I am glad it was helpful.

[@mynameisjonas80]

For those considering buying the Squarehood and using it with filters, I recommend also checking out the Haoge LH-X54. I own both, and I actually prefer the Haoge. It's a simpler design (although not quite as nice looking) with only two parts, which makes it easier to switch filters, or go between filter/no filter. But if you don't plan on using a filter, the Squarehood is the better choice, it looks nicer and keeps the camera slightly more compact.

[@robertbrody4032]

It has no lens cap and the Squarehood does.

[@andresmozo9283]

do you think there is too much risk on getting dust inside the lens gap without a filter? thx

[@SneakyCaleb]

That one cast a shadow with the flash and doesn’t lock in place !!! Terrible

[@mynameisjonas80]

Yes, it does cast a shadow, but so does the Squarehood, at least when using the filter adapter ring (I haven't used mine in over 2 years so I can't remember if there's a shadow without the adapter). My LH-X54 locks in place just fine, are you sure you haven't lost the little red rubber gasket? You do have to turn the hood quite hard to lock it in place and align it properly, almost to the point where it feels like you're tightening it too hard.

[@SneakyCaleb]

@@mynameisjonas80 squarehood has a new mk iii model that doesn’t cast a shadow even with a filter. The red rubber gasket holds it well enough most of the time but I’ve still had it bumped and loosened off.

[@billjohnstonjr.1037]

Thank you for this installation walk-through. I'd not been able to figure out how to use the UV filter with the hood assembly. As you point out, you have to remove the inner sleeve to the square hood by loosening those tiny little pressure screws just enough to pry out the sleeve. If you remove them too far, as I did, such that they come out entirely, it's a pain to get them back in place. The inner sleeve of the hood needs to come out in order to fit the hood back on the filter. Otherwise, sleeve in place, it's too small to refit the hood over the filter. Needless to say, the instructions from Squarehood are inadequate.

[@MattBrandon]

Bill Johnston, Jr. The other small thing to be aware of is that when you do get it on the filter, be careful not to tighten down those screws too much. They will leave a mark on the outside of the filter. Most people won’t care, but if you ever want to use the filter again, especially if it’s a black filter, you will have noticeable marks on it. As I said, it’s a minor thing and most folks won’t care.

[@nathantherapy]

Hi there, ok so I'm gonna lift up a bit that thread and add a question (wich btw may or bay be not already have been asked, sorry if it's that case): Do you now if I can use that Squarehood lens hood with the original Fujifilm Weather-Resistant adapter ring or would I need to buy the squarehood adapter ring ? My guess is that I can as they sell the lens hood with or without their squarehood ring. Do you confirm ?

[@craigrchee]

Got the version for the 23mm f2 on my XE3. Although I also lost the square cover that comes with it, I have a thin B+W UV filter on it and it works great. No clearance issues and the Squarehood also acts like another form of physical protection. 10/10 would recommend.

[@iamhupahupa]

currently using the square hood bought on AMAZON, the retro look is sexy except blocking OVF view and the flash....Squarehood's hood certainly looks better except the colour mismatch.

[@sangmanlee]

Hi Matt, nice review! ^^ I'm still thinking about getting the x100v and this hood. The main question for me is whether the whole set x100v+squarehood fits somehow in any big pocket or small bag?

[@MattBrandon]

I guess that is all relative. That combo fits into my fatigue jacket but not my pants pocket. It is still a very small footprint.

[@scooternutmick]

Curiously, I only noticed the colour was different at the end of the video when you mentioned it.

[@MattBrandon]

Honestly, the difference is very subtle and not noticeable unless you are OCD like me and are looking for it.

[@AlejandroRamos-im4to]

Same here... I had not noticed.

[@macjim]

I bought the Fujifilm official lens hood so that I could mount a filter along with the hood. Your one reminds me of the hood supplied with the X-Pro 1... looks nice though... and yes, the X-Pro 1 lens cap was terrible and easy to lose 😂

[@MattBrandon]

I have the X-Pro 1 hood as well. Similar. I am pretty sure I lost the cap for that as well. lol. Thanks for watching.

[@ryanconover2282]

This was genuinely helpful- thanks!

[@AlejandroRamos-im4to]

I've just got the Squarehood for my X100V... I'm very satisfied with it but the provided screwdriver won't fit on one of the provided small screws... I had to use a thinner screwdriver instead.

[@TommyNordpole]

Really nice and compelling video thanks a lot!

[@thekidflames]

Nice, Matt! Thank you for this! Been looking for a lens hood to complete my customized setup on the x100v! Love this camera!

[@MattBrandon]

You are welcome. Enjoy.

[@michaelneumann1865]

Great job thank you! The Haoge version is a knockoff i believe but good quality too. Much appreciated

[@TimMoolmanPhoto]

Great review but my OCD is screaming RECTANGLE! 🤣🤔

[@MattBrandon]

HA! I was the same way, I guess it must have been my OCD as well, but within minutes, just feels right!

[@94slingshot]

😂😂😂

[@adroc9101]

Would you please tell us how you shot this video? I really like the color, contrast, and slight vignetting. Can you please describe which camera and settings you chose to shoot this?

[@MattBrandon]

All the info is at the end of the video in the credits. But I short: I used a Fujifilm X-T3 with the Fuji XF 23 1.4 lens as my main camera, I was not using any film simulations. But I did color balance it with a grey card. I used a Onsmo GoLive 360 LED light in a 24" softbox to my left - camera right, and a 5" LED Lumi Pocket RGB set to (3100K) on the background. The XF 23mm doesn't have any vignetting, I think you feel like it because of the light drop off in the room. I had no other lights on but these.

[@suyan9733]

How does it work with the conversion lenses? These whole thing is just way over complicated...

[@MattBrandon]

It doesnt.

[@jahzzii7]

Very nice video man!! I appreciate it!

Hi, so I finally got my X100V and just ordered the weather-sealing kit from Fuji. I want a square lens hood instead of a round one. Does the square lenshood by itself fit on the adapter ring of Fuji or do I have to get their adapter ring as well? Thanks in advanced.

[@MattBrandon]

I dont have the weather-sealing. kit. But I think it would as it fits the adapter that come with the hood. I believe they are basically the same.

@@MattBrandonI just got the squarehood and does fit on the Fuji filter and color (silver) match per perfectly with the silver color on the camera

[@MattBrandon]

@ great to hear. They told me that they fixed any color issue with a later iteration. Glad to hear.

[@James011]

GREAT REVIEW! Has anyone used a tiffin pro mist filter with this hood? Does it fit?

[@YN-br3fv]

Do you know if the Squarehood MK iii colour matches the x100v? (This was a really detailed and clear review, thank you!)

[@MattBrandon]

I am told, the new versions of the of this hood match perfectly! Frankly, I am so OCD that things like this bug the fire out of me, and while my older version doesn't 100% match, I dont notice it with our really looking hard for it.

[@FlatulEssence]

Hi, your overhead camera lens indicates 16-24mm f4. Is that an error? (10-24mm f4)

[@MattBrandon]

Ha, good catch. That must have been a typo. Of course you are correct it was the 10-24.

[@wkpad1]

Look nice but way too pricey at $92 (hood, adapter and shipping to US), plus the color doesn't match

[@edwardjmw]

Same thing in black at eBay for $ 39,-. Search for: Haoge LH-X54B Square Lens Hood with 49mm Adapter for Fujifilm Fuji X100V Camera

[@shed911cookiesgarage2]

Thanks this was really helpful as my Squarehood arrived today and I was having difficulty sussing out how the filter fitted with this. I have a Hoya Pro1 Digital UV and it is a little too big so doesn’t fit, annoying, as I’ll now have to buy another. Squarehood need to fix this. It’s only a 1/1000 off but enough to stop the hood fitting over the filter without forcing it.

[@MattBrandon]

Yes, this is why I suggested in the video to buy a filter after you receive the lens hood. But I agree, frustrating.

[@nathanwabre]

Nice and complete presentation thanks a lot! However I feel the same: there’s a color difference between the two silver (camera and lens hood kit) was it the lighting that accentuate a lot? I mean it cannot be the same exact one I totally get it but for the price it seams a little off 🤔 thanks!

[@MattBrandon]

There is a very slight difference in color. I am OCD on this kind of thing and it's doesn't bother me. it is more apparent in the video than in real life. With that said, I will say I spoke to them about it and they fixed this in the latest run and that it is a match.

[@nathanwabre]

@@MattBrandon well thanks a lot for your feedback! All this is very good to know 👍 I really appreciate it!

[@jamesbaradi02]

Can you use 2 filters between the camera and squarehood?

[@tpiorkowski]

Thanks for the video, nicely done. My only concern with the square hood from what I read, it blocks the flash and you would need to constantly unscrew and remove the hood. I think that can be a pain. On the other hand with the Fuji round hood, you can simply take it off with a slight turn, no screws. Any feedback appreciated.

[@MattBrandon]

Frankly I never use the onboard flash. But I just tested it and did not find this to be the case. The hood is very low profile. That’s kind of the point of this hood. I don’t see it being a issue if you choose to use the flash.

[@tpiorkowski]

@@MattBrandon Thanks Matt - really appreciate the feedback, have a wonderful weekend.

[@iSchneggs]

On occasion I use the flash for fill. Even adding the extender plus filter slightly degrades the flash area (casts a shadow towards bottom), so I'd be fairly certain this square hood would do the same, and then some. Seems Fuji engineers left ZERO wiggle room for anything but a flush lens ring.

[@philipblanchardphotography3784]

a bit fiddly unscrewing the hood to clean the filter then realign, would benefit from a bayonet fitting.

[@r0ugh]

Thanks for the review

[@peterwallace5680]

Thanks Matt, really useful video. Do you know if the new Squarehood Model V silver now matches the 100V body colour?

[@MattBrandon]

I have spoken with the makers of the Squarehood and they assure me their latest silver version is a closer match with the body colour than this one I have reviewed.

[@JoeLopez]

That hood looks great, but a little more engineering would have had the threads align. Having to use that allen fastener is weak and may end up damaging the threads. This design flaw is a deal breaker for me.

[@FamauMedia]

Considering the flush profile to the lens barrel, does the original Fujifilm lens cap not fit over the hood?

[@MattBrandon]

Ha, good question. I hadn't thought of that, so I just tried it out and no. Close but no fit. That is a concept that these guys, or someone else should incorporate into their next design. BTW KZbin should allow video responses to comments. I could then 📺show you.

[@FamauMedia]

Matt Brandon ahhh that’s a shame! Of all the different hood/filter adapter/weather sealing options out there I’ve noticed there’s a compromise with every single one 🤦‍♂️ I’ve gone ahead and ordered the Nisi UV filter which looks like a pretty solid option, will be sure to share my thoughts in a video before too long. And you’re right - video replies would be a great addition!

[@kendragracia2771]

does this squarehood setup works with tiffen black promist filter? thx for the video!

[@MattBrandon]

Hi, it’s hard to say. I haven’t tested the Squarehood with many filters. I think it would be risky to buy the hood to fit a specific filter. Usually people just use a UV to protect the lens and buy the best one that fits under the hood.

[@KDSumner]

Would this square hood work with the fuji made adaptor ring/filter as I already own one, or do you need the square hood adaptor ring to mount it all together? Thanks for the video

[@MattBrandon]

I am pretty sure it does. You can email the company to double check. But given that it uses the same threads, it should.

[@undieeesss]

how does it work with CPL filter?

[@peterweeks838]

hi, when the filter adapter is added do you get a shadow when using the flash?

[@edc5338]

I bought a JJC hood similar to this on Amazon and it was about $18. You can add a filter and also the lens cap will work too.

[@MattBrandon]

Very cool, is it metal? I'll look it up.

[@streetx4817]

The square jjc is blocking your viewfinder!! Not in the same league. Obviously much cheaper

[@majorbigss1]

@@streetx4817 i think hes talking about the round low profile one

[@neilmacmusic]

even though this product is well-built etc I would not recommend as the screws are so easy to lose and the mounting ring is extremely difficult to remove... on top of this if you need to purchase replacement screws (which you may well need to) sure they are only $5 for a pack of four BUT they charge $50 postage which is absolutely ridiculous!

[@davhooper1710]

I couldn’t unscrew the ring at all. Please help, its tough as rock. Felt like if I turn it real hard, the whole lens might break. SOS!!!

[@Brysengus]

Thank you so much!! very educative video

[@juntakosan]

Sad to say I noticed the color difference as soon as you showed the lens hood and it bugs me a lot.

[@JW-wt3wk]

Very informative! Thanks.

[@MattBrandon]

Glad it was helpful!

[@adiamalik3008]

Does the hood fits to the original lens cap?

[@MattBrandon]

nope

[@003RCruz]

How does the filter extension and hood get in the way of the flash? Do you get any shadows? Thanks!

[@MattBrandon]

I honest don’t know as I never ever use onboard flash. But I’ll check.

[@KenCheng]

it kinda bothers me that they didn't match the color better. I also have the Lensmate thumb grip, and it, too, is off

[@MattBrandon]

Ken Cheng I’ve heard there might be some better matches in the future.

[@Marcos808]

What about the mk III version? Do you know if it’s better?

[@MattBrandon]

I dont know, I have not seen it.

[@Dumontjon]

It just cost me $171 after shipping and duty to get one of these sent to canada. It's a rip off.

[@lrb05131963]

Watch that you dont spripe the screw by tightening it too much which is very easy too do

[@nathanwabre]

Doesn’t the OEM lens cap fit over the square hood?

[@MattBrandon]

Nope. The Square Lens cap is, well, square and protrudes further out than the OEM round lens cap.

[@nathanwabre]

@@MattBrandon That's unfortunate but Thanks man! :)

[@BsVillager]

Do you need the adjustment ring for the x100f?

[@MattBrandon]

I am pretty sure there is no difference in how it is installed. The only difference between the two cameras in the depth in which the lens moves when focusing. This newest version gives room for that movement. So it would work fine.

[@oscarhalder]

Any idea what screw size they use to hold the hood on? I lost mine :( thanks!

[@MattBrandon]

No but you could write the manufacture and ask him to send you some. Have you tried eyeglasses screws?

[@oscarhalder]

@@MattBrandon I ended up ordering via square hood. It's 18.20 Eu shipping fee to Canada for a 2.5Eu item. So i ordered a few. Wish they just used regular size small screws i could pickup at any hardware store. Side note. The hood for Fujifilm X70 works perfectly with the 100V. It's small and looks very smart. Added bonus, the original metal lens cap for 100V will fit over the lens hood.

[@shed911cookiesgarage2]

For this amount of money $120 Aussie I would have expected better, it is way overpriced. As below didn’t fit with Hoya so I tried it on a B+W off my Leica and it doesn’t fit that filter either as the B+W filters are a little bigger in the rim depth so it leave a gap between hood and adaptor ring. Not that well thought out really and I would not recommend this, too much hassle

[@ashleydarby3652]

That music insert after your introduction is way too loud dude

[@rayto3210]

How many extra screws are included? Poor design.

[@MattBrandon]

two.

[@ubarhd1]

Great 👍

[@JesseDanaJD]

Does the hood effect the shape of the bokeh?

[@MattBrandon]

No. The bokeh is affected by the blades of the aperture or some other device like a filter that covers the lens. If a lens hood effects anything it would be vignetting the field of view, but it doesn't do that either.

[@JesseDanaJD]

Matt Brandon ok cool. I’ve used hoods before that cut the tops and bottoms off the oval bokeh in extreme cases and I wanted to be sure before buying. Thanks!

[@MattBrandon]

Jesse Dana that’s really interesting. I’ve never had that happen. I’ve only had it cause vignetting. Nevertheless this hood doesn’t do either so you’re good to go!

[@Kaisolostudio]

Seems like fuji over complicated aspects of the lens 😟 too bad

[@LeicaGeek]

ummm the hood definitely doesn't match color wise...lol

[@anthonymahieu8392]

Expensive and the original X100V's lenscap doesn't fit on it! Next!!!

[@jan-martinulvag1953]

!!!

[@robertbrody4032]

What a complicated silly hood and they couldn't match the color for that money? Set screws can damage threads! No thanks!

[@MattBrandon]

Thanks for your feedback. The set screws don’t touch the threads. There is an inner sleeve that screws on the lens thread and the set screws screw on to the sleeve and allow adjustment of the hood.

[@robertbrody4032]

@@MattBrandon Thanks. I ordered one to try out. Expensive, but I hope I like it.

[@MattBrandon]

@@robertbrody4032 That's a little surprising given your previous comment. So what changed your mind?

[@robertbrody4032]

@@MattBrandon I looked at other options and ordered a few different hoods. This is my review of the Squarehood: I ordered the sensible round hood and adapter for 15 bucks off Amazon, but of course I had to have that slick look like the cool kids have. So I spent 80 bucks on the metal Squarehood, which I liked because it was square and even has a square lens cap! The tiny set screws that hold this thing in place are so small...god help you if you drop one! Try not to screw them back too far. They are smaller than an ant's right testicle, which is notably smaller than the left. The good news is that it fits well and I really dig the retro look. The little square lens cap is a nice touch. It fit well with the B+W XS-Pro UV Haze MRC-Nano 010m filter and seems reasonably secure. Now...It it worth the cost? Does Yoda have good diction? It's not just overpriced; it's hilariously overpriced and really a total indulgence, just like the articulated thumb grip and brass shutter I added. But HEY, life is short and I like it.

[@MattBrandon]

Well you can’t argue with ant’s right testicle! LOL

[@timmthaller8927]

Sexy? Really???

[@MattBrandon]

yes.

[@timmthaller8927]

@@MattBrandon don't get me wrong, I'm not judging. after all, holes are holes..

[@donnyboy96]

15 mins on a fucking lens hood,,,zzzzzzzzzzzzzzz

[@cleverghostcinema]

Is the square hood compatible with the 23mm f2 xf

[@MattBrandon]

I don't think so. I don't have the f2 so can't say for sure. Have you looked at the diameters?