The lens hood protects against side light and reflections from water, snow, etc. and prevents flares in photos. It is mounted on a threaded fastening like the original EW-78D.

It fits the following lenses:

• Canon EF 28-200 mm f/3.5-5.6 USM 
• Canon EF-S 18-200 mm f/3.5-5.6 IS

In the box:

• lens hood replacement
• original packagning

Seller warranty:

• 2 years