In fact, these backlight / lens hood is a meaningful and useful accessories at a very fair price. The "Mennon universal sunshade 'can be an exact fit into the filter thread of my Sony Alpha - 18-55mm 3.5-5.6 SAM lens with Sony DT - screw and also use the included Pro Lens cap is properly seated. The handling of both parts is very simple, the quality is compared to the original manufacturers certainly in no way inferior to (comparison I did not), it is meticulously crafted and burr-free. So the panel not only protects the valuable lens against external shocks, including the actual function and task of a backlight / lens hood will do justice. With a side of light or unwanted litter of light sources are effectively shielded, which contrasts are visible strengthened and simple yet fresh and crisp colors appear in the result. A good investment for a narrow Taler!