Sun Hood Greenl HB-69 for Nikon/Nikkor 18-55mm VR II — lens hood, model SB3462

Greenl HB-69 is a dedicated lens hood designed specifically for Nikon/Nikkor 18-55mm VR II zoom lenses. It attaches to the front of the lens to block stray light and reduce lens flare, helping to preserve image contrast and colour fidelity in bright or backlit conditions. The hood also offers basic physical protection for the front element against accidental contact and light weather exposure, while remaining compact and easy to mount when shooting outdoors.

Advantages

The HB-69 improves image quality by limiting unwanted light that causes ghosting and reduced contrast. Its shape is matched to the wide-to-short telephoto range of 18–55mm to avoid vignetting while maximizing shading. The hood is lightweight, quick to attach and remove, and provides a low-profile shield that does not interfere with normal lens operation or filters when mounted correctly.

Suitable for

• Everyday outdoor photography with Nikon/Nikkor 18–55mm VR II lenses
• Shooting in strong side or backlight to reduce flare and ghosting
• Casual travel and street photography where front-element protection is desirable
• Landscape and nature scenes with variable sun angles

Key specifications

• Dedicated fit for standard 18–55mm zoom lenses (camera-specific design)
• Petal-shaped profile optimized for wide-to-short telephoto focal range
• Lightweight construction for easy handling and portability
• Front-mounted bayonet or screw attachment compatible with the lens filter/thread area

How to use

Align the hood with the lens front and rotate or press into the bayonet mount (or screw into the filter thread if applicable) until it locks in place. Verify that the hood does not produce vignetting at the widest focal length by checking the viewfinder or live view. Remove the hood by pressing the release catch or rotating counter-clockwise and store it on the rear of the lens if your lens supports reverse mounting for compact transport. Use the hood whenever shooting in bright conditions or when you need extra protection for the front element.

Usage recommendations

Use the hood in combination with lens caps and a protective filter when transporting the camera to maximize front-element protection. When shooting with on-camera flash, check for shadowing at short distances; temporarily remove the hood if it causes unwanted shadows in close-up flash work.