Operating Instructions

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Preparation
When recording into strong backlight, irregular reflection may occur within the lens. The
lens hood reduces the inclusion of unwanted light in the recorded images and lowers the
drop in contrast. The lens hood cuts off excess lighting and improves the picture quality.
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The interchangeable lens (H-PS14042) does not have a lens hood.
To attach the lens hood (flower shape) that came with the interchangeable lens
(H-FS1442A)
Hold the lens hood by placing your fingers as
shown in the figure.
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Do not hold the lens hood in such a way that it will be
bent.
1 Align the fitting mark A on the short side of the lens hood with the mark on the
tip of the lens.
2 Turn the lens hood in the direction of the arrow until it clicks, and align the stop
mark B on the long side of the lens hood with the mark on the tip of the lens.
To attach the lens hood that came with the interchangeable lens (H-FS45150)
1 Align the fitting mark C on the lens hood with the mark on the tip of the lens.
2 Turn the lens hood in the direction of the arrow until it stops, and align the stop
mark D on the lens hood with the mark on the tip of the lens.
Attaching the Lens Hood
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When carrying, the lens hood can be temporarily attached in the
reverse direction.