Sony SLT-A58 α Handbook - Page 26

To attach a lens hood It is recommended that you use a lens hood to reduce flare and ensure optimum image quality. Fit the hood into the mount on the end of the lens barrel and rotate the hood clockwise until it clicks. Attaching a lens Notes • A lens hood is not supplied with the DT 18-55mm F3.5-5.6 SAM II. You can use the ALC-SH108 (sold separately). • The lens hood may block the light of the flash. Remove the lens hood when using the flash. • When storing, turn over the lens hood and place it onto the lens backwards. Note on changing the lens When changing the lens, if dust or debris gets inside the camera and adheres to the surface of the image sensor (the part that converts light to electric signal), it may appear as dark spots on the image, depending on the shooting environment. The image sensor is equipped with an anti-dust function to prevent dust from landing on the image sensor. However, attach or remove the lens quickly somewhere away from dusty locations. 26