Lens Cover Recommendations

[Wildlife_By_Scott]

Looking to get a lens coat style cover for my Sony 600mm

I am not a fan of the Lens Coat brand so I am looking for other recommendations people have.

Thank you.

 

[Pistnbroke]

Gun Wrap....non sticky ,very cheap , leaves no rub marks,feels good on the hand ,easy to wind on .

 

[Sam H]

I have used a few of OutdoorPhotographyGear neoprene lens cover and they're pretty good and cheaper than lenscoat.
If not, you can try RolanPro on Aliexpress.

 

[julianrv]

I would give a try to Rolanpro, their range isn't very wide but I really prefer their nylon fabric covers to neoprone type covers like LensCoat or Outdoor Photography.

 

[arbitrage]

I switched all my lenses over to RolanPro. Available on AliExpress or eBay. I like the fabric, doesn’t get water trapped under like Lenscoat or other neoprene ones.

 

[Palmor]

Another vote for RolanPro here. I like it much better than lenscoat.

 

[Turberticus]

I have used a few of OutdoorPhotographyGear neoprene lens cover and they're pretty good and cheaper than lenscoat.
If not, you can try RolanPro on Aliexpress.

This. I have one of their 200-500 covers which is secured with double sided tape to prevent it from slipping. Their product is nice, and the ends of each piece are stitched to prevent fraying, unlike LensCoat. The only downside is the piece near the mount doesn't allow for the tripod collar to rotate so I leave it off. I've also heard good things about Rolanpro's covers.

 

[Whiskeyman]

It would help to know why you don't like the Lenscoat covers to help decide what cover to recommend. I'd also like to hear what others like about other brands of lens coverings to help me make my choice of which to purchase.

 

[ButlerKid]

I have used LensCoat coverings for my 500mm and 500mmPF and 600mm lenses. Never had an issue with fraying. I've also used their hoodies for the 14-24. Again...no problems. Perhaps the problems are infrequent on more prominent with usage variations?

 

[BirdDogDad]

It would help to know why you don't like the Lenscoat covers to help decide what cover to recommend. I'd also like to hear what others like about other brands of lens coverings to help me make my choice of which to purchase.

I had a LensCoat on my 200-500 and took it off after a few weeks and replaced it with gun-style camo tape. The primary reason I ditched it was because it added so much additional thickness that the lens would not fit into its case any more without a major struggle. I also did just not like the feel of it, being used to the more positive feel of "naked" lenses. The camo tape is also thin enough that I could wrap the entire lens without inhibiting the full zoom range.

The primary advantage to neoprene-type covers are that their inherent padding does provide good protection against bumps and bruises. The camo tape will protect against scratches, but not against serious bumps. So, you have to decide what is most important in your shooting style, as there are positives and negatives to each product.

 

[keithk]

Mossey Oak Graphics in Auburn Hills Mi. Large selection of camo graphics. It's a 3M material, takes a little time to apply and easy to remove. There are a few videos on U-Tube about how to use.

 

[Patrick M]

Get a printer and make some!

How To 3D Print Sturdy, Long-Lasting, Customizable Lens Caps

This is a more robust design that won't wear out.

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[DavidT]

Looking to get a lens coat style cover for my Sony 600mm

I am not a fan of the Lens Coat brand so I am looking for other recommendations people have.

Thank you.

I wrapped my 600GM and it’s amazing!!! I’ve had all the other types of lens covers and never liked any of them. They add width, weight, typically cover buttons or switches, tend to fray and often get slippery when wet. The neoprene ones trap moisture even if it’s just from humidity. The wrap is simply perfect. None of the issues with the other types. Lots of color options and dead sexy!

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[frodoboy]

I had Lenscoat covers on several of my big lenses, but after a few years, they started raveling at the ends and moving around so I had to reposition them to see the range window or IS/VR switches. I switched to RolanPro and have to say, even though they are much harder to put on, they stay in place and don't stretch, get lose and ravel after a year or two.

 

[Ken Miracle]

My lens coat on 600 f/4E started having unraveling problems immediate. Lens coat even replaced one section. I like the bump protection of the neoprene ... especially on the lens hood. But as noted by others it covers function buttons and I was debating yesterday whether to just take it off and go with a "naked" lens.

I wrapped my 600GM and it’s amazing!!! I’ve had all the other types of lens covers and never liked any of them. They add width, weight, typically cover buttons or switches, tend to fray and often get slippery when wet. The neoprene ones trap moisture even if it’s just from humidity. The wrap is simply perfect. None of the issues with the other types. Lots of color options and dead sexy!View attachment 31399View attachment 31400View attachment 31401

So is that the name of this wrap on the container ? From what I can make out it is called "life+Gunro" ???

 

[Ken Miracle]

Lifeguard Lens skins

LIFE+GUARD | Leading Brand of Pre-cutting Skin

Produce by the high quality materials, and has been precision-measured camera skin wrap are easy apply, no residue when removing, retain every detail, not only protect your gear, but also give a unique style.

www.lifeguard-design.com

Thank you just pulled it up. Looks good.

 

[Ken Miracle]

Thank you just pulled it up. Looks good.

Lifeguard Lens skins

LIFE+GUARD | Leading Brand of Pre-cutting Skin

Produce by the high quality materials, and has been precision-measured camera skin wrap are easy apply, no residue when removing, retain every detail, not only protect your gear, but also give a unique style.

www.lifeguard-design.com

Lifeguard Lens skins

LIFE+GUARD | Leading Brand of Pre-cutting Skin

Produce by the high quality materials, and has been precision-measured camera skin wrap are easy apply, no residue when removing, retain every detail, not only protect your gear, but also give a unique style.

www.lifeguard-design.com

Unfortunately it is not available for my Nikon 600 mm f/4E

 

[Yellowboard]

Kinda cool...but looks labor intensive.

 

[Jerryjaws]

Roland pro I prefer over lens coat

 

[Ken Miracle]

Kinda cool...but looks labor intensive.

if referring to the Life+Guard ... if you watch the video it looks to be less so than my Lens Coat.

 

[Ken Miracle]

if referring to the Life+Guard ... if you watch the video it looks to be less so than my Lens Coat.

 

[O]

Looking to get a lens coat style cover for my Sony 600mm

I am not a fan of the Lens Coat brand so I am looking for other recommendations people have.

Thank you.

I only use Aquatec for quality