I always use my lens hood on my Canon 70mm-200mm for my bird and bug photos, Should I remove it as the sun goes down, or in the early morning light? Probably a stupid question, but I really don't know.

It can only do good if you leave it on, as far as I know.

- Lens shock absorber (sort of)
- Always the possibility of stray light
- Makes the lens look more impressive
- Easier to simply leave it on
- Doesn't do anything 'bad' to the image

Thank you Noah.

I've found it best to leave it on, but I left mine on backwards. The lens will stow easier while mounted to the camera body, and will allow easier access to the lens front for filter changes. The only disadvantage is if you use the flip-up flash at close distances.. the hood will cast a shadow.

Good idea Rob, thank you.

Should I remove it as the sun goes down, or in the early morning light?

No because the lens hood probably does more for you at these times than at any other time.

Thank you Robert.