Blocks stray light from entering the lens No vignetting would show with the hood on No vignetting will be caused with the hood on Extra protection from accidental impact Replace: original HB-N106 55mm The hood allows filter and lens cap on:Yes An accessory essential to the photographer Suitable For: for NIKON AF-P DX 18-55mm f/3.5-5.6G VR lens ( It is for AF-P lens, please notice that,if your lens is AF-S it will not suit) Brand No Brand SKU 100656321_NP-1021088459 Hood Shape Petal