Originally Posted by andnowimbroke
Correct. I'm not sure if one click on an ad above applies to the whole shopping session or not. To be sure I'm giving the site all the support I can, I just go to the individual review of the lens/etc., and click one of the shopping links at the bottom for each, then add it to my cart at the retailer (Amazon or B&H, usually).
PM = private message. They're 'conversations' here - you can click on someone's name to reach their profile, then click the Start a Conversation link at the top left. Note that if you want to let anyone start a conversation with you (as opposed to people you've added as 'friends'), you need to Edit your profile, go into Site Options, scroll down and set Allow Conversations From to All Users.
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I recommend using a hood with all lenses, all the time - it reduces the chance of flare, and offers some protection for your lens. You're best off getting a hood specifically designed for the lens (versus a 'generic' round rubber hood). But, the differences between Canon brand hoods and 3rd party brands aren't that significant. I suppose it depends on the brand - the Canon hoods all have flocking on the inside (reduces reflections), and 3rd party hoods might not. Some reviews note that 3rd party hoods don't attach/detach as smoothly (but some Canon hoods, even the hoods included with L lenses, have the same problem). So, I'd say definitely get a hood designed for the lens, but it's ok to save a few pennies by getting a 3rd party version.
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