Recently, we received an inquiry regarding the use of a 67mm filter on our Type 2 lens hood. Our hood is fully compatible with any standard 67mm × 0.75 filter thread, and using a 67mm filter is perfectly acceptable. 67mm x 0.75mm thread filter on Type 2 lens hood However, we recommend mounting a 62mm × 0.75 filter directly onto your Nikon lens. This allows the filter to remain in place to protect the front element when the hood is reversed for storage — a feature incorpora

There is something deeply compelling about an object that reveals what it truly is. Crafted from solid brass and left in its natural state, this edition celebrates material honesty and vintage character. It does not rely on paint to define its identity. Instead, it allows the metal itself to speak — warm, dense, and unmistakably mechanical. Unlike painted finishes that remain unchanged, the Natural Brass Edition evolves. With time and use, the surface ages gracefully, develo

We are pleased to confirm that OLJ’s Type 3 lens hood, specially designed for the legendary Nikkor 5cm F1.1 lens, was officially patented on March 14, 2025, and released to the public on March 25, 2025.The patent consists of four claims that define the design and function of the lens hood, which enables direct screw-in attachment to the lens. It is also fully reversible, allowing it to serve as a protective cover when the lens is not in use.

We are please to announce that we will produce limited number of matte black paint OLJ lens hood this year. Inventory should be...

Expertly designed, meticulously crafted, and adorned with an elegant black paint finish on brass, our lens hood stands as a bespoke...

On July 10, 2023, Masaya Toji and I conducted a visit to Abe Tosou Company Limited in Tokyo, Japan, with the purpose of assessing the...

Before we make a decision about designing a unique lens hood for the Leica Noctilux 50mm F0.95 with our patent-pending design, we wanted...

By employing a 55mm to 62mm step-up ring, we've given the iconic Zunow 5cm F1.1 lens a fresh and updated appearance. Interestingly, the...

OLJ Type 2 lens hood is expertly designed, meticulously crafted, and adorned with an elegant black paint finish on brass. Despite its...

1) Our OLJ original lens hoods are compatible with many vintage Leica lenses. We hope to have them available soon. Summaron-M 28mm...

Nikkor Lenses with Leica Thread Mount (39mm Screw) ​ Wides Angle Lens W=Nikkor 2.5cm F4 - filter diameter = 34.5mm, OLJ Type 5...