SQ 40mm lens. Petal lens hood detaches?

[western_isles]

<p>There is a discussion on the forum re this question but the answer is not immediately apparent.</p>

<p>So, is the petal lens hood on the Bronica SQ 40mm lens detachable?</p>

<p>The reason for the question is that I use the Lee filter system and the lens would not be much use if the petal lens hood does not detach.</p>

<p>I have emailed the dealer with the same question but would prefer an unbiased answer from photographers on the forum.</p>

<p>All replies from users of this lens would be appreciated.</p>

<p>Thanks in advance.</p>

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[david_smith35]

<p>Are you talking about the S or PS version? My 40mm PS lens came with a detachable rubber lens hood.</p>

[western_isles]

<p>The lens that I am looking at is an S. The dealer has just informed me it is fixed :(</p>

<p>Thanks for confirming the PS has a detachable hood.</p>

<p>Kind regards, Frank</p>

 

[harveysteeves]

<p>wouldn't be the first time someone took a dremel tool to a fixed lens hood. If the price was right, it might be worth it.</p>

[brian_schall]

<p>Yes, the 40mm S has a fixed lens hood. It does not come off. For years I used my with a Cokin P filter; looped a rubber band around the lens body, the Cokin P would fit just inside the petal hood with the corners on the outside of the hood and loop the rubber band over 2 opposite corners to hold it in place. Worked like a charm and never had a problem with the arrangement.</p>