Olympus Camera Lens Hood

The Lost & Found: Your Olympus Lens's Missing Piece.

Raise your hand if this sounds familiar: you're packing for a shoot, and that plastic bayonet hood for your favorite Olympus PRO lens is… nowhere to be found. Or maybe it took a bump and now has a permanent wobble. We've all been there. That hood isn't just a piece of plastic; it's a crucial part of your lens's optical design. Going without it is like shooting with a missing ingredient.

Good news: we've got the exact replacement, and sometimes even a better, all-metal upgrade. This is your one-stop shop for getting your prized M.Zuiko or Zuiko lens back to 100%, whether you need a direct replacement for the LH model you lost or want to give your prime lens a sleek metal makeover.

“I lost my LH-66. Will any 66mm hood work?”

This is the most important question, and the answer is no, not really. Here’s why a dedicated bayonet hood is essential:

Q: Why can't I just use a screw-in hood with the same filter size?
A: The Bayonet is Key. Olympus designs their hoods to lock securely onto a special ring on the lens, not the filter threads. This bayonet mount is incredibly sturdy, prevents cross-threading, and allows the hood to be correctly oriented (especially critical for petal hoods on wide-angles). A generic screw-in hood can't replicate this secure, designed-to-fit connection.

Q: What does the hood actually DO for my Olympus lens?
A: It completes the system. Olympus engineers include that specific hood for a reason:

1. Flare Control: M43 sensors are brilliant, but like all cameras, they hate stray light. The hood blocks light from angles outside the image area, ensuring the contrast and color saturation your lens is famous for.

2. Physical Protection: It's a bumper for your front element. For a compact travel lens like the 9-18mm or a premium front glass like on the 12-40mm PRO, this is vital.

3. Weather-Sealing: Many PRO hoods (like for the 12-40mm) are part of the lens's weather-sealed design when properly attached.

Q: I see metal hoods for the 17mm f/1.8 and 45mm f/1.8. Are those upgrades?
A: Yes! Aesthetic and Functional Upgrades. The original plastic hoods (LH-48B, LH-40B) work fine, but our all-metal versions offer superior durability, a more premium feel, and a classic look that complements the metal barrel of these fantastic primes. They protect your investment in style.

Find Your Exact Match or Premium Upgrade

Don't guess. Use this simple guide to find what you need:

• For PRO & Zoom Lenses (Direct Replacements):

  • LC4327 → Replaces LH-66 for your 12-40mm f/2.8 PRO.

  • LC4339 → Replaces LH-55B for your 9-18mm or 12-50mm EZ.

  • LC4354 / LC4368 → Replace LH-61D/LH-61C for various 40-150mm models.

  • NP4481 → Replaces LH-61E for your 75-300mm or 70-300mm.

• For Prime Lenses (Replacements & Metal Upgrades):

  • NP4384 (Black) / NP4385 (Silver) → Direct replacements for the LH-40B on your 45mm f/1.8.

  • LC4110 (Black) / LC4111 (Silver) → Metal upgrade hood for the 17mm f/1.8 (replaces LH-48B).

  • LC4143 → Metal hood for the magnificent 75mm f/1.8.

  • LC4187 → A versatile metal standard hood that fits the 25mm f/1.8, 17mm f/1.8, and 12mm f/2.0 (uses a 43mm cap).

• A Classic Note:

  • NP4498 → A universal 49mm metal hood perfect for classic lenses like the Olympus 50mm f/1.4, adding a vintage touch.